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Saturday, September 19th, 2026
301 South Goldsboro St., Wilson NC
5K
About this race
Event Overview
Join us for the First Annual Wilson Doughnut Run, a unique 5K event that brings our community together to honor the officers involved in the courthouse shooting while supporting a great cause.
Race Details
- Date: September 19, 2026
- Time: 8:00 a.m.
- Location: 301 South Goldsboro St., Wilson, NC
- Registration: Sign up here
Participation Options
Participants can choose their own challenge: run the 5K without doughnuts, or take on one of our doughnut challenges by eating doughnuts at the turnaround point before running back to the finish.
Doughnut Challenge Levels
- Mini Challenge: 12 doughnut holes
- Half Challenge: 6 doughnuts
- Full Challenge: 12 doughnuts
- Beneficiary: Proceeds will benefit the Wilson Police Department Athletic League (PAL) and its annual Shop with a Cop program, helping make a difference for local children and families.
Join Us
Whether you're running for fun, competing with friends, or supporting a meaningful cause, we’d love to have you join us. Come Run, Eat, and Repeat with us on September 19, 2026!
Finisher’s Medal
Every participant who crosses the finish line will receive a commemorative finisher's medal to prove they survived the challenge!
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