5K Run / Walk for Clean Water
- Date
- November 14, 2026
- Distance
- 5K · Other
- Price
- $5–$25
From the Organizer
Why Water?
The global water crisis doesn’t always make headlines. But the truth is that it claims more lives each year than war.
Globally, 1.8 billion people – that’s about one out of every four people – drink from contaminated water sources. Unsafe water leads to illnesses that claim the lives of 840,000 people each year, almost half of whom are children under the age of five.
What’s more, women and children spend hours each day collecting water. This keeps them from school, work, and time with family. This keeps families and communities from learning, earning an income, and contributing to the local economy.
All proceeds from the race will benefit the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) Global Water Ministry.
Race Course (see course map below): Runners and walkers will enjoy a 3.1 mile road course starting from Grace Lutheran Church parking lot and turning into the gently rolling neighborhood of Grace Ridge to loop through all three neighborhood phases of Grace Ridge. This race is for recreational runners and walkers as well as competitive runners.
The fun run course will be held on Grace Lutheran property.
Race Day Check-In: 7:00 a.m. - 8:20 a.m. on site. Race day registration will be 5k: $30, Fun Run: $5
5K Course Records: Male: 17:22 (2024), Female: 19:59 (2025)
Awards - 5K: Overall Top 3 Male & Female and Overall Masters Male & Female awards will be given. $100 cash prize for first overall male/female, $50 cash prize for second/third overall male/female, and $50 cash prize for first overall male/female masters! The top 3 runners in each of the following divisions will receive awards: Male and Female ages 12 & under, 13-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70 & over. Age group awards - Sports beanie with logo!
Awards - Fun Run (8 & under): Overall top 3 Male & Female finishers. $25 cash prize for first overall male/female (ages 8 & under). All fun run participants will receive a finisher's medal.
Long Sleeved T-shirts for participants (guaranteed if registered by October 31)
HUSHPUPPIES!!! Again this year - fresh, hot hushpuppies for all participants at the end of the race.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
62°
Typical Low
36°
Chance of Rain
26%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Salisbury 9 Wnw, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Salisbury, NC
Population
35,730
as of 2023
City Elevation
734 ft
Nearest Airport
USA
Concord-Padgett Regional Airport · 23 mi
Major Hub
CLT
Charlotte Douglas International Airport · 40 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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- Race
- 5K Run / Walk for Clean Water
- Date
- November 14, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 5K Run / Walk for Clean Water?
- 5K Run / Walk for Clean Water is a running race held in Salisbury, North Carolina on November 14, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the 5K Run / Walk for Clean Water?
- Saturday, November 14, 2026 in Salisbury, North Carolina at Grace Lutheran Church. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 5K Run / Walk for Clean Water?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
5K Run / Walk for Clean Water
Nov 14, 2026