Krispy Kreme Challenge

FEB

7

2026

Run the Krispy Kreme Challenge in Raleigh, a student organized 5 mile charity event benefiting the North Carolina Children's Hospital. Whether solo or with a team, take on the famous doughnut challenge and enjoy a festive finish.

Sat 7 Feb 2026

Raleigh, North Carolina

Registration

5 miles

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Event details

The Krispy Kreme Challenge is a student-run, charity race in Raleigh, North Carolina, supporting the North Carolina Children's Hospital. The event is scheduled for 07 February 2026 and is listed as 5 Mi in distance. The race location is 2011 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh, NC 27607. Registration fees are the same for all entrants and each participant receives a race t-shirt. Event sponsors include Aloft, Circa, Parker Law Office, Coca Cola, and Lux Resources.

Categories and requirements

The event offers multiple entry categories for individuals and teams:

Challenger
Casual
No Doughnut
Challenger Team
Casual Team
No Doughnut Team

The Challenger category requires competitors to consume all 12 doughnuts and complete the course in under one hour to be eligible for winning. Challenger Teams must have six runners to be eligible for awards. Casual Team sizes are flexible. No Doughnut entries receive a different bib so volunteers will not give them doughnuts. There is no penalty for registering as a Challenger and not completing the doughnut requirement. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 mi

5 Mi