The Gastonia Police Donut Dash 5K and Fun Run

  • Date Sat 1st November 2025
  • Time 9:00AM EDT
  • Location Gastonia, North Carolina
  • Price $27.95 - $38.53
  • Races 4 races
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Get ready for a fun-filled day at the Gastonia Police Donut Dash 5K and Fun Run, happening on Saturday, November 1, 2025, at the beautiful Rankin Lake Park in Gastonia, Gaston! This exciting event is designed to foster community spirit and promote healthy relationships between local officers and residents. Participants can choose from a variety of race options including the challenging Donut Dash 5K, where runners will enjoy the unique twist of eating six glazed donuts halfway through the race! For those looking for a less donut-heavy experience, there’s also a Donut-free 5K along with a Mini-Donut Fun Run for younger participants.

With a $10 discount for children aged 12 and under, this event is perfect for families. Registrants who sign up by October 2nd are guaranteed a race shirt, while supplies last for later registrations. Runners will have the chance to win awards in various categories, celebrating both overall winners and age group champions. Join us for a memorable day filled with fitness, fun, and community spirit, all while supporting important local initiatives like Angels in Blue and Shop with a Cop! Don't miss out on this delightful event that promises to be a highlight of the fall season

Organiser's Description

The Gastonia Police Donut Dash will occur for the third year at Rankin Lake Park. We are excited to bring the community and officers together to encourage healthy, long-lasting relationships. The money raised from this run will be funneled back into the City of Gastonia through officer-led events including our Angels in Blue, Shop with a Cop, Back-to-school, 101 Black Men of Highland Thanksgiving Partnership, and more.

Runners participating in 5K with Donuts will be required to eat 6 glazed donuts approximately 1/2 way through the race.

Runners can choose between Donut Dash 5k, Donut free 5k, Mini-Donut Fun Run, and Donut free Fun Run.

$10 discount for children 12 AND UNDER. Discount taken off at checkout.

Race Shirts are guaranteed to participants who register by October 2nd. After the cut-off date, shirts will be distributed on a first come first served basis.

Awards for Donut Dash:

Male and Female Overall Winner

First Place Male and Female in each age category: 9 and under; 10-14; 15-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70-79; 80 and over

Race information contact:

Emily Burr 980-522-3930

Tonya Taylor 980-925-3452

Races

  • 5K With Donuts

    Incl. $3.53 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 1st November 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $38.53

    Will be required to eat 6 glazed donuts approximately 1/2 way through the 5k.
  • 5K Without Donuts

    Incl. $3.53 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 1st November 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $38.53

  • Fun Run With Mini Donuts

    Incl. $2.95 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 1st November 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $27.95

  • Fun Run Without Mini Donuts

    Incl. $2.95 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 1st November 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $27.95

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Location

Rankin Lake Park, 1750 Rankin Lake Road, Gastonia, 28052, NC, United States

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