Salisbury’s most popular 5K race takes to the streets on Thanksgiving morning and it all benefits Prevent Child Abuse Rowan. The Butterball 5K, organized by the Forum, starts at 8:30 a.m. According to Running USA, 962,000 runners and walkers took part in Turkey Day races, up almost 30 percent from five years ago.

This year’s event will offer $1,000 worth of prizes and three deep awards in 13 age groups. The race is open to competitive, recreational and beginning runners and walkers too. Every participant will get a quality dri-fit shirt and refreshments afterwards.

Register online at www.sportoften.com or by dropping by the Forum front desk. A printable race brochure is available at www.salisburyrowanrunners.org

For more information, call The Forum at 704-633-6638.