Doughnut Dash 5km
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Event overview
The Doughnut Dash 5km is a road running event held at Macassa Bay Yacht Club, Harbour Front Drive, Hamilton, ON, Canada. The event for 2026 is described as the sixth annual running of the Doughnut Dash and includes a separate kids race. Grandads Doughnuts is listed as the official sponsor, and doughnuts will be provided to participants. The event uses chip timing.
Distances
- 5 km
- Kids race (800 m to 1 km listed in materials)
Course and facilities
The course is described as a loop through Bayfront Park, then an out-and-back of about 1 mile on the waterfront trail, with the turnaround at the first island. The course is described as accurately measured and flat; it is noted as a certified course but the certification has expired. Washrooms will be available in the yacht club and there will be two porta-potties in the Bayfront Park parking lot approximately 100 m from the start/finish area.
Entry, kit, swag and awards
Race day registration is available - cash only. Registration fees listed are $66.94 for the Doughnut Dash and $25.99 for the kids dash. Kit pick-up takes place at Macassa Bay Yacht Club on race day. Swag includes doughnuts for all (not nut free), Hornby organic energy bars, and finisher medals for all participants in both races. Shirts are provided to those who register before November 1; hoodies are provided to those who register before October 6. After October 31, shirts will only be available if a runner does not show up; shirts will not be held or mailed. Awards are given in five-year age groups from "19 and under" through "70 and over," with the top three in each age group and top three overall male and female. Awards are presented at the award ceremony and are not mailed if unclaimed. The event also lists over 20 draw prizes valued at over $50 each and states there are no refunds under any circumstance. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
