Great Donut Run / Walk 5k
About this race
Great Donut Run
Sunday, May 17, 2026
Irvine Valley College
Welcome back Donuteers! We are so excited to bring the Great Donut Run back in person with more donuts then ever before! If you haven't registered yet then donut hesitate and sign up today! We've got an easy breezy 1 miler at 7:30 the 5k run/walk at 8:00am. Both races are open to all ages and abilities. Take all the time you need to finish. This is not a timed event. We've got yummy donut holes at the halfway point on the 5k to keep you carbed up along the way. We also have the Donut Double Dare if you want to run the 1 mile and 5k back to back! Double the fun Double the donuts! For all the kiddies looking to earn their own race bling we start their races at 9:15. We have several distances from 50 yards to half a mile, based on ages from zero (yes, under 1 year old! ) to 12 yrs old. It's never too early to start dashing for donuts! Whatever race you choose, you're donuts will be safely waiting for you! We've also got gorgeous big bling finishers medals that you'll love!
The race starts and finishes in the same location at Irvine Valley College. The course is walker and stroller friendly. It's all flat and fast and this is a non timed, family fun run. This is a great way for first timers to get out and enjoy a race without any pressure or timelines! Get your donut friendly gear on and win one of many costume awards! We can't wait to see you!
Online Registration closes on May 13th. If you miss the deadline you can register at Packet Pick up at Road Runner Sports in Laguna Hills on Saturday, May 16th. We'll be there from 12-4pm or you can register on race day but please come early!
More info on www.GreatDonutRun.com
Pick your distance
Running
1 Miler Donut Run/ Walk
Race Starts 7:30am-This 1 miler allows you to earn a sparkly donut medal and get to the finish faster to enjoy your delicious donut!
5k Donut Run/Walk
5k Race starts at 8am. All participants can munch on a donut hole in the Donut Hole Zone at the half way point and carb up before they head to the finish!
Donut Double Dare
If you like a challenge then sprinkle in 2 races earn xtra bling by registering for this 2 race combo. Start with the 1 miler at 7:30 and then join the 5k race at 8am, back to back.
Kids Donut Dash
Starts at 9:15am- Youngest kids division start first. Various distances from 50 yd dash to 1/2 mi based on age division. See website for more info. Kids can turn around early and run back if they change their mind. No melt downs at the Donut run! Nothing but donut smiles! They still get their medal, towel and donut!
Virtual Run/Walk
If you can't make the event you can still participate. Register for the Virtual Run/Walk! Receive the awesome medal and custom race bib. Run the distance whenever and wherever you're at!
Typical race-day weather
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Course
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- Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 16 Irvine events
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