Nappanee Apple Festival Donut Dash 5K and Donut 1-Mile Run / Walk

Event Overview

• Event Name: Nappanee Apple Festival Donut Dash 5K and Donut 1-Mile Run / Walk
• Date: September 19, 2026
• Location: 70417 SR 19 North, Nappanee, IN 46550
• Welcome: Everyone is welcome to participate, whether an experienced runner or a beginner!

50th Anniversary Celebration

• Group Registration: Register 4 or more individuals simultaneously for a discount.
• Multi-Person Pricing: Save $3.00 per registrant.
• Team Option: Join an existing group/team or establish your own.
• Opportunity: Bring friends or family together for a fun event!

Start Times

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

Packet Pickup

• Date: Friday, September 18 from 5-8 PM
• Date: Saturday, September 19 from 6:30 AM - 8:15 AM
• Location: Nappanee Missionary Church, 70417 SR 19 North Nappanee, IN 46550
• Items: Participants will pick up shirts and race bibs during these times.

Shirts

• Availability: After August 31st, shirts are first-come, first-served.
• Pickup: Unclaimed shirts WILL NOT be mailed: they must be picked up at the event.
• Remaining Shirts: Will be available for runners who missed out or donated.

Refreshments

• Finish Line Treats: All participants receive apple, donut, and apple cider.

Awards Information

• 1 Mile Awards: Top 3 boys and girls in age groups 12 and under, and 13 and older.
• 5K Awards: Overall prizes to the top three men and women finishers.
• Age Group Awards: Top 3 male and female runners in specific age groups receive custom apple awards.

Award Distribution

• Time: Awards presented shortly after the last 5K participant finishes.
• Mailing: Awards will not be mailed after the event.

Referrals

• Referral Bonus: Refer 5 friends to sign up and receive $10.00 back on your registration.
• Share Code: Look for your referral code in the confirmation email or share on Facebook!

Parking & Bathrooms

• Location: Available at Nappanee Missionary Church, 70417 SR 19 North Nappanee, IN 46550.

Timing

• Provider: Chip timing by Watt’s My Time.

Guidelines for Dogs Attending the Event

• Policy: Dogs and pets are not allowed for safety reasons.
• Service Animals: Certified service animals are always welcome.

Registration Information

• Race Day Registration: Online only: no paper registration on race day.
• Looking Forward: We look forward to seeing you at the starting line!

No Refunds!

More Information

• Website: More information for the Nappanee Apple Festival can be found here.