Dunkin Donut Dash 5k
About this race
Dunkin’ Donut Dash 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run (Presented by Dunkin’ and the Cape Coral Police Athletic League)
Saturday, March 28, 2026
Rotary Park – 5505 Rose Garden Road, Cape Coral, FL 33914
5K - 8:00am | 1 Mile – 9:05am
Race Description / Theme
Get ready to lace up and embrace the sweetest tradition in Cape Coral! The Dunkin’ Donut 5K Dash is bigger than ever. This year, we’ve officially teamed up with Dunkin’ to bring you a high-energy morning of fitness, fun, and the timeless bond between law enforcement and donuts.
It’s time to show Cape Coral that America really does run on Dunkin’! Whether you're sprinting for a PR or strolling with the family, you’ll run alongside Cape Coral’s finest and enjoy a course packed with spirit. Best of all, A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Cape Coral PAL youth programs, strengthening the bond between law enforcement and our community.
Race Events
5K Run (Chip-Timed)
The “Sweet” Finish: Exclusive sips at the finish line
The Dunkin 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk
Four donuts total — one before each lap.
Total of 1 mile and 4 donuts.
Donuts must be consumed in the designated Dunkin zone.
Any participant who becomes sick must move safely off the course.
You may run or walk to complete the race. This will be a chip-timed race with awards.
Medals & Swag
Finisher Medal for all participants
Custom event t-shirt
Exclusive daily Dunkin’ deal for every registered runner at select locations
Exclusive swag to collect while supplies last, including custom Blenders, socks and more, provided by Dunkin’
Timing & Award Categories
• The 5K will be chip timed
Overall Awards (Gun Time):
• 1st, 2nd, 3rd Male & Female
Age Group Awards (Net Chip Time):
0–9 | 10–19 | 20–29 | 30–39 | 40–49 | 50–59 | 60–69 | 70+
• 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place Male & Female in each age group
Packet Pickup & Offer
Friday, March 27 | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Dunkin’ Pine Island
1662 NE Pine Island Rd
Cape Coral, FL 33909
Plus, surprise Dunkin’ offer included
Saturday, March 28 | 7:00 AM – 7:50 AM
Rotary Park
5505 Rose Garden Road, Cape Coral, FL 33914
Race Course(s)
Both the 5K and 1-Mile routes begin and end at Rotary Park, showcasing the beautiful Rose Garden neighborhood. [Course links coming soon.]
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Running
Dunkin Donut Dash 5K
1 Miler
Typical race-day weather
Based on 2 years of historical conditions on this event's race dates in Cape Coral.
Course
Route map and elevation profile
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- Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
- Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 18 Cape Coral events
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