The Donut 5K Holiday Run/Walk - Donut 5K Virtual
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External Event
Distance
3.1 mi
Pace
All paces
Terrain
Road
Difficulty
All Levels
About this run
20th Annual Donut 5K Holiday Run/Walk!! The Donut 5K is BACK in Carmel in Clay Terrace for the 20th ANNIVERSARY. All of the holiday magic and fun is back including donuts on the course and at the finish line! Donuts on the course and at the finish line, over 7,000 donut holes to be served!Buy one get one free donut coupon on every bibEvent will again benefit local animal rescues. Over 100K has been donated over the yearsCash purse to the top-3 male and female finishers + Age Group AwardsAll participants will receive the official event shirt and medal shown belowThe first 1,500 registered will receive the now famous DONUT ME stocking hatDogs are once-again allowed to participate in the eventPlenty of free parking in the Clay Terrace mall parking lotsAfter Party will be at Buffa Louie's on Main Street, just located 1.6 miles from the finish lineAwards for the best dressed pups in their holiday gearNew 5K age means Course Records for all age group winners The most fun holiday run/walk in central Indiana. We hope you join us.
Typical conditions
For events around December 2026 in Carmel, IN, United States: Typical mid-winter / cooler season in this region — dress in layers and check the official page for weather-related changes.
How to prepare
Most runners can prepare for a 5K with a few weeks of easy runs and one short faster session per week. Focus on consistency, not volume, and rest the day before race day.
Beginner's guide to your first 5KGetting there
This event is listed in Carmel, IN, United States. Confirm the exact start venue, parking, and transit options on the official registration page.
Registration is handled by the official event organizer
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