Kids & Cops Doughnut Run-5K/1Mile Fun Run

  • Date Sat 11th April 2026
  • Time 9:30AM CDT
  • Location Granite City, Illinois
  • Price Free - $33.53
  • Races 6 races
  • Distances 1 Mile, 5km

Event summary

Join us for the 6th Annual Kids & Cops Doughnut Run on Saturday, April 11, 2026, in Granite City, Madison! This exciting event features both a competitive 5K and a fun 1 Mile Walk/Run, making it perfect for everyone from seasoned runners to families looking for a great day out together. Starting at Wilson Park, participants will kick off the race at 9:30 AM after a lively welcome at 9:15 AM. Attendees can enjoy refreshments, music, kids' activities, and even get up close with first response vehicles before the race begins.

This year's event is particularly special as it honors Child Abuse Prevention Month, with all proceeds benefiting Brightpoint's programs and services that aim to create "Safe Homes for Children." Registration fees are $30 for adults, $10 for ages 6-18, and free for children under 5, with t-shirts guaranteed for those who register by April 10th. Plus, don't miss your chance to enter the basket raffle and silent auction for a chance to win exciting prizes! Join us in making a difference and creating a brighter future for children in our community!

Organiser's Description

IN HONOR OF _CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION MONTH, _BRIGHTPOINT AND THE GRANITE CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT INVITE YOU TO PARTICIPATE IN OUR RACE TO END CHILD ABUSE. PROCEEDS FROM THIS EVENT WILL BENEFIT THE PROGRAMS AND SERVICES OFFERED BY THE SOUTHERN REGION OF BRIGHTPOINT.

TO CLAIM YOUR PLACE IN THE RACE TOWARDS _"SAFE HOMES FOR CHILDREN,"_ REGISTER TO RUN WITH US OR SPONSOR AT HTTP://WWW.BRIGHTPOINT.ORG/EVENT/DOUGHNUT-RUN/ [http://www.brightpoint.org/event/doughnut-run/] TOGETHER, WE CAN MOVE TOWARDS A WORLD WHERE ALL CHILDREN AND FAMILIES CAN THRIVE!



EVENT DETAILS & RULES:

OVERVIEW: Our 6th Annual Kids & Cops Doughnut Run is a day of fun and awareness, offering both a competitive 5K and non-competitive 1 Mile Walk/Run. The 5K is a great option for those looking for a challenge, but this is also the perfect event for those looking for a fun day out with the family, a walk in a beautiful park, and/or a way to support a good cause. Prior to the race intro at 9:15am, we will have refreshments, music, kid's activities, the opportunity to explore first response vehicles, as well as a photo opp with our always awesome mascot, The GIANT Doughnut Man!

EVENT LOCATION DETAILS: Wilson Park in Granite City, IL. Start and finish will be on 29th Street near Park Pavilion #5.

REGISTRATION FEE FOR BOTH 5K & 1 MILE: _$30 for ages 19+, $10 for ages 6-18, 5 & under free. _Registration includes a t-shirt for those who register by April 10th. (See more info regarding t-shirts below.) Refreshments and kids' activities also included in registration fee. Registration cost is non-refundable.

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Online registration will be available until 11:59pm on April 23rd. After this, those interested in attending will need to register on-site the morning of the race, anytime between 8am-9am.

REGISTRATION CHECK-IN: Race Day from 8AM-9AM_ _on 29th Street near Park Pavilion #5. Walk-in registrants welcome.

TIMEFRAMES: _Check-In, On-Site Registration, & Kids Activities--_8AM-9AM. _Welcome & Intro--_9:15AM. _5K & Fun Run Kickoff--_9:30AM.

COMPETITIVE AWARDS: Offered only_ _to 5K participants and only those ages 6 & over. Competitive award categories include: Overall male and female, plus medals for the top 2 male and female finishers in each competitive race: 6-9, 10-14, 15-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+ ***Runners ages 5 & under are welcome to run in the 5K with their family or be pushed in a stroller but do not qualify for competitive age group awards.

FINISHER'S MEDALS: will be available to 5K and Fun Run participants of all ages.

T-SHIRTS: T-shirts and sizes are guaranteed for those who complete on-line registration on or before April 10th. ANY REGISTRATION AFTER THAT DATE WILL NOT BE GUARANTEEED A T-SHIRT but extra shirts will be provided if available for late registrants on a first come, first serve basis.

BASKET RAFFLE: Purchase tickets morning of race for a chance to enter a drawing for the basket/baskets of your choice! Baskets will be filled with fun items, gift cards, and/or other exciting offerings!

SILENT AUCTION:

PHOTO DISCLAIMER: There will be a photographer on site capturing pictures of the event. Since this is a public event, we reserve the right to post photos on our social media or agency website. Photos may also be used in promotional materials.

CANCELLATION: Should we need to cancel due to inclement weather or circumstances beyond our control, registration fee is non-refundable and will become a donation to benefit children in our programs. In the event of last-minute cancellation, we will do our best to notify pre-registrants before their arrival. You may check our Fb event page KIDS & COPS DOUGHNUT RUN-5K/1 MILE FUN WALK/RUN HTTPS://FB.ME/E/1YPMJODKK [https://www.facebook.com/share/15VaubZx8G/] for updates regarding the event.

Races

  • 1 Mile Adult Run/Walk 19+ Family Fun

    Incl. $3.53 Fee & Unisex T-Shirt

    Sat 11th April 2026 (9:30AM CDT)

    $33.53

    OPENS 06 FEB 26
    Check In: 8am (walk-ins welcome) Reg/Check-In Closes: 9am Welcome & Intro: 9:15am 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk: 9:30am 5k:10am Refreshments, music, and kids/family activities available from 8am-9:15am. Non-competitive Fun Walk/Run. Finisher's medals for all.
  • 5K Adult Race 19+ Kids & Cops 5K Doughnut Run

    Incl. $3.53 Fee & Unisex T-Shirt

    Sat 11th April 2026 (9:30AM CDT)

    $33.53

    OPENS 06 FEB 26
    Check In: 8am (walk-ins welcome) Reg/Check-In Closes: 9am Welcome & Intro: 9:15am 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run: 9:30am Refreshments, music, and kids/family activities available from 8am-9:15am. Male & female competitive prizing offered--based on age category.
  • 1 Mile Run/Walk 6-18- Family Fun

    Incl. $2.15 Fee & Unisex T-Shirt

    Sat 11th April 2026 (9:30AM CDT)

    $12.15

    OPENS 06 FEB 26
    Check In: 8am (walk-ins welcome) Reg/Check-In Closes: 9am Welcome & Intro: 9:15am 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run: 9:30am Refreshments, music, and kids/family activities available from 8am-9:15am. Non-competitive Fun Walk/Run. Finisher's medals for all.
  • 5k Kids Race 6-18- Kids & Cops 5K Doughnut Run

    Incl. $2.15 Fee & Unisex T-Shirt

    Sat 11th April 2026 (9:30AM CDT)

    $12.15

    OPENS 06 FEB 26
    Check In: 8am (walk-ins welcome) Reg/Check-In Closes: 9am Welcome & Intro: 9:15am 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run: 9:30am Refreshments, music, and kids/family activities available from 8am-9:15am. Male & female competitive prizing offered--based on age category.
  • Kids Race Ages 5 & Below Kids & Cops 5K Doughnut Run

    Sat 11th April 2026 (9:30AM CDT)

    Free

    OPENS 06 FEB 26
    Check In: 8am (walk-ins welcome) Reg/Check-In Closes: 9am Welcome & Intro: 9:15am 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run: 9:30am Refreshments, music, and kids/family activities available from 8am-9:15am. Male & female competitive prizing offered--based on age category.
  • Kids Race Age 5 & Below 1 Mile Family Fun Run/Walk

    Sat 11th April 2026 (9:30AM CDT)

    Free

    OPENS 06 FEB 26
    Check In: 8am (walk-ins welcome) Reg/Check-In Closes: 9am Welcome & Intro: 9:15am 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run: 9:30am Refreshments, music, and kids/family activities available from 8am-9:15am. Non-competitive Fun Walk/Run. Finisher's medals for all.

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2900 Benton Street, Granite City, 62040, IL, United States

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