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
Join fellow runners on May 19, 2019 for the Great Donut Run / Walk 5k. It's a fantastic 5K, 1.6K, 6.4K featuring a flat and fast course in Irvine.
Pick your distance
Running
5k Donut Run/Walk
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!
5K Donut Challenge Run/Walk
Race Starts 8am: Same course as the regular 5k, but after you gobble your donut hole, you enter the Donut Challenge Zone to devour 2 donuts, before heading back. You also receive a custom donut run "Buff." (head bandana/scarf) No donut penalties if you can finish your donuts!
VIP Shirt upgrade 5k Donut Challenge Run/ Walk
If you register for the 5k Challenge and want to upgrade your tshirt to a tech shirt and receive a gear tote then this is for you! You can choose from a ladies Tech Tee from Jiggy Skirts or a Unisex Tech shirt.
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!
Extra Sprinkles Donut Dare
Starts at 7:30 for 1 mi then 8am for 5k. If you like extra sprinkles and xtra bling then start your day running the 1 miler first and then the 5k or 5k challenge to earn your extra medal and pack of mini donuts. You must be registered for the 1 mile and one of the 5k events to qualify for this option.
Do-Not Care Donut Fan .05 Race
Starts at 8:10am-Participants get a special Donut Medallion to commemorate their race distance of .05 miles. These donut fans Do-nut Care about running or walking to ramp up their appetite. They come ready to devour their donut and celebrate their love of donuts! Purists at heart! Yahoo!
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!
Weather Overview
These values reflect historical conditions on the race dates in Irvine in 2019, from Open-Meteo archive data.
About Irvine
Great Donut Run / Walk 5k takes place in Irvine, California, United States. The local timezone is America/Los_Angeles.
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