Lakeside Donut Chase 5K & 10K
- Date Sat 4th April 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Jefferson, New Jersey
- Price $32.80 - $40.22
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
Event summary
Get ready for a sweet adventure at the Lakeside Donut Chase 5K & 10K, happening on Saturday, April 4, 2026, in the charming Jefferson Township of Morris County, New Jersey! This exciting running event invites participants of all levels to enjoy a scenic route featuring stunning lake views and rolling hills. The 5K course offers a delightful 3.1-mile trek around Lake Shawnee, complete with a refreshing water stop at Mile 1.5, while the 10K takes runners on two loops of the same picturesque path, with water stations at Miles 1.5 and 4.5.
Join the Live Run Give community for a morning filled with fun, fitness, and fundraising! Walkers are welcome, making it an inclusive event for everyone. Plus, runners who raise $200 or more will receive an exclusive Donut Chase Hoodie as a thank-you for their efforts. This year, the event will also support vital causes, including breast cancer research and a scholarship fund for local Jefferson students, honoring the memory of a beloved community member. Don’t miss out on this unique experience—mark your calendars and get ready to chase some donuts!
Join the Live Run Give community for a morning filled with fun, fitness, and fundraising! Walkers are welcome, making it an inclusive event for everyone. Plus, runners who raise $200 or more will receive an exclusive Donut Chase Hoodie as a thank-you for their efforts. This year, the event will also support vital causes, including breast cancer research and a scholarship fund for local Jefferson students, honoring the memory of a beloved community member. Don’t miss out on this unique experience—mark your calendars and get ready to chase some donuts!
Organiser's Description
Packet Pickup & Registration Info:
Friday, April 18 400 PM
The Roasted Breadfruit Smokehouse & Grill
400 NJ-15, Wharton, NJ 07885
Race Day Registration & Packet Pickup:
Begins at 8:00 AM and closes at 9:00 AM at Arthur Stanlick School.
Please give yourself extra time to park!
Traffic Advisory:
Rt. 80 West is currently closed due to a sinkhole, and traffic is being diverted, which may cause delays near the exit for Rt. 15 coming to Jefferson. Weekend Mornings are typically lighter, but please plan accordingly.
check mark button Leaving Lake Hopatcong to get onto Rt. 80 is not affected.
Easter weekend has never been so sweet! Join us the Live Run Give crew in their hometown to celebrate life and running
Join us for the Donut Chase 5K and 10K on Saturday, April 19, 2025, in Lake Hopatcong, NJ! This fun event features a scenic course with lake views and rolling hills. Walkers are welcome. The 5K is a 3.1-mile route through Lake Shawnee with picturesque views and a water stop at Mile 1.5. The 10K consists of two loops of the same course, with water stops at Miles 1.5 and 4.5. Enjoy the paved, rolling terrain and climb while chasing down some delicious donuts!
Raise $200 or more a receive an exclusive Donut Chase Hoodie.
Packet Pick up:
FRIDAY, APRIL 18TH 4PM-7PM AT THE ROASTED BREADFRUIT SMOKEHOUSE & GRILL - 400 NJ15, WHARTON
SAME DAY PACKET PICK UP 8AM AT ARTHUR STANLICK
Awards:
Top 3 Male and Female Overall
AGE GROUP AWARDS:
11 and under , 12-15 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60, 70+
Top 3 Fundraisers
THIS YEAR, WE ARE DEDICATING OUR DONATIONS TO TWO IMPORTANT CAUSES. FIRST, WE WILL BE SUPPORTING METAVIVOR BREAST CANCER RESEARCH WITH A DIRECT CONTRIBUTION. IN ADDITION, WE ARE PROUD TO CONTINUE A SCHOLARSHIP FUND FOR LOCAL JEFFERSON STUDENTS IN MEMORY OF OUR DEAR FRIEND LYNETTE DENSON. THE SCHOLARSHIP, NAMED "LIVE BEYOND EXISTING," HONORS LYNETTE'S POWERFUL MANTRA AND HER LEGACY. LYNETTE, A BELOVED LOCAL RESIDENT, TRAGICALLY PASSED AWAY FROM STAGE FOUR BREAST CANCER, AND THIS SCHOLARSHIP AIMS TO INSPIRE OTHERS TO LIVE LIFE TO THE FULLEST, JUST AS SHE DID.
Friday, April 18 400 PM
The Roasted Breadfruit Smokehouse & Grill
400 NJ-15, Wharton, NJ 07885
Race Day Registration & Packet Pickup:
Begins at 8:00 AM and closes at 9:00 AM at Arthur Stanlick School.
Please give yourself extra time to park!
Traffic Advisory:
Rt. 80 West is currently closed due to a sinkhole, and traffic is being diverted, which may cause delays near the exit for Rt. 15 coming to Jefferson. Weekend Mornings are typically lighter, but please plan accordingly.
check mark button Leaving Lake Hopatcong to get onto Rt. 80 is not affected.
Easter weekend has never been so sweet! Join us the Live Run Give crew in their hometown to celebrate life and running
Join us for the Donut Chase 5K and 10K on Saturday, April 19, 2025, in Lake Hopatcong, NJ! This fun event features a scenic course with lake views and rolling hills. Walkers are welcome. The 5K is a 3.1-mile route through Lake Shawnee with picturesque views and a water stop at Mile 1.5. The 10K consists of two loops of the same course, with water stops at Miles 1.5 and 4.5. Enjoy the paved, rolling terrain and climb while chasing down some delicious donuts!
Raise $200 or more a receive an exclusive Donut Chase Hoodie.
Packet Pick up:
FRIDAY, APRIL 18TH 4PM-7PM AT THE ROASTED BREADFRUIT SMOKEHOUSE & GRILL - 400 NJ15, WHARTON
SAME DAY PACKET PICK UP 8AM AT ARTHUR STANLICK
Awards:
Top 3 Male and Female Overall
AGE GROUP AWARDS:
11 and under , 12-15 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60, 70+
Top 3 Fundraisers
THIS YEAR, WE ARE DEDICATING OUR DONATIONS TO TWO IMPORTANT CAUSES. FIRST, WE WILL BE SUPPORTING METAVIVOR BREAST CANCER RESEARCH WITH A DIRECT CONTRIBUTION. IN ADDITION, WE ARE PROUD TO CONTINUE A SCHOLARSHIP FUND FOR LOCAL JEFFERSON STUDENTS IN MEMORY OF OUR DEAR FRIEND LYNETTE DENSON. THE SCHOLARSHIP, NAMED "LIVE BEYOND EXISTING," HONORS LYNETTE'S POWERFUL MANTRA AND HER LEGACY. LYNETTE, A BELOVED LOCAL RESIDENT, TRAGICALLY PASSED AWAY FROM STAGE FOUR BREAST CANCER, AND THIS SCHOLARSHIP AIMS TO INSPIRE OTHERS TO LIVE LIFE TO THE FULLEST, JUST AS SHE DID.
Races
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Donut Chase 5K
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th April 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$32.80
OPENS 28 AUG -
Donut Chase 10K
Incl. $3.22 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th April 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$40.22
OPENS 28 AUG
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