ED DUPREE 5K
Sat, May 16, 2026, 4:30 AM EDT
- Type
- Run
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
Race feel
Run or walk for a cause at the Ed Dupree 5K, supporting local healthcare and a scholarship for East Rowan High School athletes.
- Fun
- Competitive
- For a Cause
Fun
Competitive
For a CauseGreat for
- Walkers Welcome
- School & Youth Teams
Walkers Welcome
School & Youth TeamsThe Ed Dupree 5K in Salisbury, NC, offers a meaningful opportunity to run or walk while supporting a vital community cause. All proceeds from this event benefit the Novant Health Rowan Medical Center Foundation and The Ed Dupree Memorial Scholarship at East Rowan High School, which provides a $2,000 award to a senior student athlete each year. Join fellow runners for a 3.1-mile course or bring younger participants for the dedicated Fun Run. It's a chance to connect with the community and contribute to local education and healthcare.
What to expect
- Participate in a 3.1-mile run/walk or cheer on children in the Fun Run.
- Compete for overall, masters, and age group awards, with trophies for top Fun Run finishers.
- Receive a high-quality T-shirt and a medal for all Fun Run participants.
Standout details
- Benefits local medical center foundation
- Supports Ed Dupree Memorial Scholarship
- Awards for overall, masters, and age groups
- High-quality T-shirts for all
Perks & features
- Awards
AwardsFrom the public listing; confirm on the official site.
Distances & registration
2 optionsUse the official signup link above for all distances.
5K
1 option · closes May 15, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
13d 10h 41m leftGeneral entry
Closes May 15, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT · From $28.25
0.5 Miles
1 option · closes May 15, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
13d 10h 41m leftFun Run (1/2m for ages 10 and under)
Closes May 15, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT · From $12.25
Summaries use public event text. Confirm schedule, fees, and rules on the official page before you sign up.
Past race snapshot
What the field usually feels like
A plain-English read from past public results. It is helpful context, not a prediction.
Crowd
Small field
7 other finishers in 2020. A quieter race where the pack may spread out more quickly.
Typical finish
3:48
Think middle-of-the-pack, using gun time when available.
Competitive feel
Relaxed front
Past results suggest the front of the field is less intense than many races. Front-group read: 3:31.
People mix
More men
About 29% women and 71% men among finishers who listed gender.
Quick read
For the other in 2020, this looks like a small field: 7 finishers are represented here. A middle-of-the-pack finish was around 3:48. The quicker front of the field averaged about 3:31. Use it as a feel check, not a promise about race day.
Award clues
Historic placement clues only. Race-day awards can use different rules.
Overall observed placement
Top 3 (from finish order in our sample)
Show the year-by-year numbers
| Distance | Year | Finishers | Typical | Average | Front 10% | Fastest M / W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| other | 2020 | 7 | 3:48 | 3:58 | 3:31 | 3:31 / 4:09 |
Last summary update: May 2, 2026
From the organizer
Ed Dupree 5K - 5K Run/Walk and Fun Run - ALL proceeds benefit Novant Health Rowan Medical Center Foundation and The Ed Dupree Memorial Scholarship at East Rowan High School! The Ed Dupree Scholarship is awarded yearly to a male and female senior student athlete at East Rowan High School. The one time award is $2,000.
__________________ Saturday, May 16 @ 8:30 am
Fun Run for children 10 and under begins at 9:30 am _________________
5K will be held at East Rowan High School Stadium 175 St. Luke’s Church Rd. Salisbury, NC 28146
High-quality T-shirts to all runners and walkers!
On Site Registration and T-Shirt pick up from 7:30 - 8:15 a.m. at East Rowan High School stadium on 5-16-25. On site Registration is $30 for 5K and $10 for Fun Run.
5K Age Groups: 5K top overall male and female, top overall masters male and female, & top 3 male and female age groups: 10 & under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, and 70 & over.
Fun Run : Top 3 runners will receive a trophy (all fun runners will receive a medal)
Timing and scoring provided by Salisbury Rowan Runners .
Contact: Allison Adams - 704-640-8518 or adamsad@rss.k12.nc.us