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
This event not only promotes fitness and fun but also strengthens the connection between the Gastonia community and its police department. Proceeds from the race will support local initiatives such as "Angels in Blue" and "Shop with a Cop," ensuring that the funds directly benefit the cityβs youth and families. With a discounted entry fee for kids 12 and under and guaranteed race shirts for early registrants, the Donut Dash is perfect for families looking to create lasting memories. Mark your calendars and join us for a day of joy, fitness, and delicious donuts!
Organiser's Description
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The Gastonia Police Donut Dash will occur for the second year at its new location, 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
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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
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Fun Run With Mini Donuts
Incl. $2.95 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 1st November 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$27.95
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Fun Run Without Mini Donuts
Incl. $2.95 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 1st November 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$27.95
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