Chillin' to the Bare Bones Ice Cream 5K & Fun Run - Presented by Cathy Griffin, Century 21 Towne & Country

Chillin' to the Bare Bones Ice Cream 5K & Fun Run

Date: 2026-05-23

Location: 1825 West Park Road, Salisbury, NC

Registration Link: Sign Up Here

Event Overview

• Event Name: 25th Annual Bare Bones 5K & Fun Run at Overton Elementary School
• Presented by: Cathy Griffin, Century 21 Towne & Country
• Complimentary Ice Cream: All participants will receive ice cream from Novant Health Rowan - Aqua14 Ice Cream truck!
• Community Focus: The Salisbury Rowan Runners aim to provide quality races that give back to the running community.

Course Details

• Half Mile Fun Run: An out and back course on the greenway.
• 5K Course: Starts at Overton Elementary, follows a scenic route with various turns and entries to Greenway.
• Course Map: Refer to the course map below for more details.
• Finish Line: Final stretch leads back to Overton Elementary for finish line.

Participant Perks

• Shirts: Dry Fit T-shirts to all runners and walkers!
• Awards: Top 3 Overall Male & Female and top 3 in each age group.
• Ice Cream: Free ice cream for all participants.
• Door Prizes: $25 gift certificates from Dick's Sporting Goods & more!

Community Contribution

• Old Shoes: Bring old shoes for donation to Rowan Helping Ministries.
• Finish Line Video: Individual finish line videos available online post-race.
• Race-Day Registration: $35 for the 5k & $10 for the Fun Run.
• Contact: For more information, reach out to David Freeze at david.freeze@ctc.net or 704-310-6741.

Race Director

Wayne Crowder will be directing the race, offering photo opportunities and his expertise once again.

Beneficiaries

• Relay for Life: All proceeds benefit Relay for Life, supporting the American Cancer Society.
• Rowan Helping Ministries: Donations of shoes aid the economically disadvantaged.

Timing and Scoring

Timing and scoring for the 5K will be provided by Salisbury Rowan Runners.