The Donut 5k Holiday Run/Walk
Saturday, December 19, 2026
9:00 AM EST
Carmel, Indiana
$43.90–$53.44 · 2 races
5km
Event summary
Get ready for the sweetest celebration of the season at the 20th Annual Donut 5K Holiday Run/Walk! This exciting event takes place on Saturday, December 19th, 2026, in the charming city of Carmel, Hamilton. Participants will enjoy a festive 5K course filled with holiday cheer, complete with delicious donuts along the way and at the finish line—over 7,000 donut holes will be served!
This year, the event aims to spread joy not just to runners but also to local animal rescues, having donated over $100,000 throughout the years. Each registered participant will receive a stylish event shirt, a medal, and the first 1,500 will snag the beloved Donut Me stocking hat. Bring your furry friends along, as dogs are welcome to join in the fun! With awards for the best-dressed pups and prizes for the top finishers, this run promises to be an unforgettable holiday experience. Join us for a day filled with joy, community spirit, and, of course, donuts!
This year, the event aims to spread joy not just to runners but also to local animal rescues, having donated over $100,000 throughout the years. Each registered participant will receive a stylish event shirt, a medal, and the first 1,500 will snag the beloved Donut Me stocking hat. Bring your furry friends along, as dogs are welcome to join in the fun! With awards for the best-dressed pups and prizes for the top finishers, this run promises to be an unforgettable holiday experience. Join us for a day filled with joy, community spirit, and, of course, donuts!
Races
Organiser's description
20TH ANNUAL DONUT 5K HOLIDAY RUN/WALK!!
THE DONUT 5K IS BACK IN CARMEL IN CLAY TERRACE FOR THE 20TH ANNIVERSARY. ALL OF THE HOLIDAY MAGIC AND FUN IS BACK INCLUDING DONUTS ON THE COURSE AND AT THE FINISH LINE!
* Donuts on the course and at the finish line, over 7,000 donut holes to be served!
* Buy one get one free donut coupon on every bib
* Event will again benefit local animal rescues. Over 100K has been donated over the years
* Cash purse to the top-3 male and female finishers + Age Group Awards
* All participants will receive the official event shirt and medal shown below
* The first 1,500 REGISTERED will receive the now famous DONUT ME stocking hat
* Dogs are once-again allowed to participate in the event
* Plenty of free parking in the Clay Terrace mall parking lots
* After Party will be at Buffa Louie's on Main Street, just located 1.6 miles from the finish line
* Awards for the best dressed pups in their holiday gear
* New 5K age means Course Records for all age group winners
The most fun holiday run/walk in central Indiana. We hope you join us.
THE DONUT 5K IS BACK IN CARMEL IN CLAY TERRACE FOR THE 20TH ANNIVERSARY. ALL OF THE HOLIDAY MAGIC AND FUN IS BACK INCLUDING DONUTS ON THE COURSE AND AT THE FINISH LINE!
* Donuts on the course and at the finish line, over 7,000 donut holes to be served!
* Buy one get one free donut coupon on every bib
* Event will again benefit local animal rescues. Over 100K has been donated over the years
* Cash purse to the top-3 male and female finishers + Age Group Awards
* All participants will receive the official event shirt and medal shown below
* The first 1,500 REGISTERED will receive the now famous DONUT ME stocking hat
* Dogs are once-again allowed to participate in the event
* Plenty of free parking in the Clay Terrace mall parking lots
* After Party will be at Buffa Louie's on Main Street, just located 1.6 miles from the finish line
* Awards for the best dressed pups in their holiday gear
* New 5K age means Course Records for all age group winners
The most fun holiday run/walk in central Indiana. We hope you join us.
Add your review
Reviews
Done this event?
First-hand event reviews from people who have been there, done that and got the breathable T-shirt, really help everyone choose their next event.
Location
14455 Clay Terrace Blvd, Carmel, 46032, IN, United States
The Donut 5k Holiday Run/Walk
Event data
This event was added by Find a Race. Race Director? Get in touch.
