The Best Races - New York

JUL
25
2026
Run for donuts through Central Park! Choose from a 5K, 10K, or half-marathon in this smaller group event. All participants get a shirt, medal, and of course, donuts at the finish.
Sat 25 Jul 2026
13 miles 10 kilometers 5 kilometers

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Event Overview

The Run for Donuts 5K/10K/13.1 NYC Central is a running event taking place in Central Park, New York, NY on July 25, 2026.

Race Details

The event offers several distance options:

  • 5K
  • 10K
  • Half-Marathon (13.1)
  • Virtual Run
  • Family 1 Mile Fun Run

It is described as a smaller, private group run with a participant cap per wave. All paces and ages are welcome to run or walk, with participants under 18 requiring a guardian.

Course & Format

The run takes place on a course in Central Park. There are multiple wave start times. No timing chips are used; participants may optionally track their own time via apps. The coordinators stay on site for three hours after the first wave, and late runners can start upon arrival.

Participant Perks

Registration includes several items:

  • A running T-shirt shipped to a US mailing address.
  • A finisher's towel or giveaway item.
  • A finisher's medal.
  • A digital training pack.
  • An online results certificate.
  • An invitation to join a local running club.

Technical running shirts are available for an additional upgrade fee. Race bibs are provided on race day.

Additional Information

Packet pickup is not required as swag is shipped directly. A virtual run option is available, which can be completed at any time and location. There is also an option for a family one-mile fun run. The event is associated with charity fundraising initiatives. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

13 mi
Half-Marathon 13.1
10 km
10k
5 km
Family 1 Mile Fun Run
Virtual Run