The Donut 5K
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Event details
The Donut 5K Holiday Run/Walk is the 19th annual edition, scheduled for Saturday, December 13, 2025, in Carmel, Indiana. The event base is St. Vincent Sports Performance in Clay Terrace, with the listed address 14455 Clay Terrace Blvd, Carmel, IN 46032. There are two event options: an in-person Donut 5K (standard price $40; $25 for ages 6-12) and a Donut 5K Virtual (price $35). Registration pricing changes after November 30, 2025, and virtual registration closes on race day, December 13, 2025.
Course, awards and amenities
Jack's Donuts will be on the course and at the finish line, with over 7,000 donut holes to be served and a buy-one-get-one-free donut offer tied to each bib. The event benefits local animal rescues and organizers report more than $100,000 donated over the years. Competitive awards include a cash purse for the top three male and female finishers and age group awards; there are also awards for best dressed dogs in holiday gear. All participants receive the official event shirt and medal, and the first 1,200 registrants receive a Donut Me stocking hat. Raceday packet pickup, vendors and the post-race party are held inside the St. Vincent Sports Performance large training room. Dogs are allowed, there is free parking in the Clay Terrace mall lots, and the after party is at Upland Brewing, a short walk from the finish. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.