NYCRUNS Go Nuts for Donuts 5K
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Event overview
The NYCRUNS Go Nuts For Donuts race takes place on Sunday, November 16, 2025, on Governors Island (Colonels Row), New York, NY. The event distance is 5K and the course makes one full loop of the island with views of New York Harbor and Lower Manhattan. Entry includes a ferry ride for the runner and guests, a tech shirt, and a post-race donut.
Course, logistics and policies
The course is USATF-certified and both the start and finish are located steps from the Festival Area. NYCRUNS uses a pace-based start corral system (letters AA-F) with assignments shown on the race bib. Bibs and shirts are available for pickup in the Festival Area on race morning with a unique QR code; bibs may be mailed in advance to members or when requested 20 or more days before the event to U.S. addresses only. Festival Area services include bag check (single clear bag required), portable bathrooms, on-course and finish hydration, and post-race fruit. Race photos are provided by MarathonFoto and results will be emailed and posted online after the race. Awards are given to the top three male, female, and non-binary finishers overall (by gun time) and to top three in listed age groups (by net/chip time). Handcycle and wheelchair athletes are advised not to register due to the number of turns. Strollers and dogs are not allowed; standard no-refund, no-transfer policies and time limits apply. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
