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Saturday, December 19th, 2026
14455 Clay Terrace Blvd, Carmel IN
5K
26–41°F · some rain risk
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About this race
20th Annual Donut 5K Holiday Run/Walk!!
Event Overview
The Donut 5K is BACK in Carmel at St. Vincent Sports Performance 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!
Key Features
- Donuts: Donuts on the course and at the finish line, over 7,000 donut holes to be served!
- Coupons: Buy one get one free donut coupon on every bib.
- Charity: Event will again benefit local animal rescues. Over 100K has been donated over the years.
- Awards: Cash purse to the top-3 male and female finishers + Age Group Awards.
Participant Perks
- Swag: All participants will receive the official event shirt and medal.
- Stocking Hat: The first 1,500 registered will receive the now famous DONUT ME stocking hat (2026 design).
- Packet Pickup: Raceday Packet Pickup, vendors and post-race party will be inside St. Vincent Sports Performance large training room.
- Pets: Dogs are once-again allowed to participate in the event.
Event Information
- Parking: Plenty of free parking in the Clay Terrace mall parking lots.
- After Party: After Party will be located close to the finish area. Location to be announced soon.
- Costume Contest: Awards for the best dressed pups in their holiday gear.
- Course Records: New 5K age means Course Records for all age group winners.
Join Us!
The most fun holiday run/walk in central Indiana. We hope you join us.
Event Details
Date: 2026-12-19
Location: 14455 Clay Terrace Blvd, Carmel, IN
For more information, visit the race page.
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