Nappanee Apple Festival Donut Dash 5K and 1 Mile Donut Dash

🍏 Nappanee Apple Festival Donut Dash 5K and 1 Mile

The Nappanee Apple Festival Donut Dash 5K will be held on September 20, 2025, at Nappanee Missionary Church, located at 70417 SR 19 North, Nappanee, IN 46550. The church is situated 2 miles north of downtown Nappanee and south of Wakarusa. The event will start and finish at Nappanee Missionary Church. Whether you are an experienced competitive runner or a beginner, everyone is welcome to participate! After your run or walk, be sure to explore the small-town shops and enjoy all that the Nappanee Apple Festival has to offer with your family and friends. Ample parking will be available for easy access and exit after the run.

🍩 New Additions This Year

• Event: New this year we are adding a 1 mile (13 and Up) run and 5K and 1M Combo.

👥 Multi-Person Pricing

• Registration: When you register 4 or more individuals simultaneously, you qualify for the Multi-Person Pricing option, which allows you to save $3.00 per registrant.
• Choice: Whether you choose to join an existing group/team or establish your own, the choice is entirely up to you!
• Opportunity: This is a fantastic opportunity to bring your friends or family members together and take advantage of this fantastic offer.

🕒 Start Times

• 1 Mile Run: Starts at 8:00 AM
• 5K Run/Walk: Starts at 8:30 AM

📦 Packet Pickup

• Date: Will be held Friday night September 19 from 6-8 PM
• Morning Pickup: Saturday morning September 20 from 7 AM - 8:15 AM
• Location: Participants will be able to pick up their shirts and race bibs at Nappanee Missionary Church, 70417 SR 19 North Nappanee, IN 46550.

👕 Shirts

• Availability: After August 31st, shirts will be available on a first-come, first-served basis until they are gone!
• Unclaimed Shirts: WILL NOT be mailed out if you do not pick up your shirt at the event. Any remaining shirts will be given to runners who were unable to receive one or will be donated.

🍏 Refreshments

• Finish Line Treats: All participants will receive apple, donut, and apple cider at the finish line.

🏆 Awards Information

• 1 Mile Awards: Awards will be given to the top 3 boys and top 3 girls in the following age groups: 12 and under, and 13 and older.
• 5K Awards: Overall prizes will be awarded to the top three men and women finishers.
• Age Group Awards: The top 3 male and female runners in each age group will receive a custom apple award.

📜 Award Distribution

• Timing: Awards will be presented shortly after the last participant crosses the finish line of the 5K.
• Note: Please note that awards will not be mailed after the event.

🔗 Referrals

• Incentive: Refer 5 friends to signup and receive $10.00 back on your registration!
• Where to Find: Look for your referral code in confirmation email or share on your Facebook!

🚗 Parking and Bathrooms

Parking and bathrooms are available at Nappanee Missionary Church, 70417 SR 19 North Nappanee, IN 46550.

⏰ Timing

Chip timing by Watt’s My Time.

🐾 Guidelines for Dogs Attending the Event

• Leash: All dogs must be kept on a NON-retractable leash and under supervision at all times.
• Clean Up: Owners are responsible for cleaning up after their dogs.
• Behavior: Any dog displaying aggressive behavior must be immediately removed from the event by its owner.
• Indoor Restriction: Dogs are not allowed inside Nappanee Missionary Church.

📅 Race Day Registration

Race day registration will be online only...NO PAPER REGISTRATION ON RACE DAY.

🏃‍♂️ To the Starting Line!

We look forward to seeing you at the starting line!

🚫 No Refunds

🌐 More Information

More information for the Nappanee Apple Festival can be found at Nappanee Apple Festival.

🔗 Registration Link

For registration and further details, visit Nappanee Apple Festival Donut Dash 5K.