Samurai Sprint 5k

The Samurai Sprint 5K and Dojo Dash 1 Mile Fun Run is a charity event organized by Budokan Newton Martial Arts and Sensei's Samurai, taking place in Downtown Newton, NC. Scheduled for May 3, 2025, this inaugural event aims to raise funds for the William Alden Elliott Memorial Scholarship, honoring a local hero who lost his life in the line of duty. Participants can choose between a 5K run/walk and a 1-mile fun run, with entry fees supporting the scholarship for students in the Catawba County and Newton-Conover School System.

The event promotes community engagement and awareness through sports and charity. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.