Events
8th Annual Great Donut Run
Location
Fleet Feet Poughkeepsie
1895 South Road
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 US
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Get Your Glaze On!
Get ready to rise and shine, because Fleet Feet Poughkeepsie is turning the big 8 this May, and you know what that means? The 8th annual Great Donut Run is BACK, and it's going to be awesome! 🍩🥳
Join your fellow donut devotees for an untimed 5K fun run (or walk) on Sunday, May 18th at 9:00 a.m. We'll be making a sweet loop around the Shoppes at South Hills parking lot – it's the perfect way to run up an appetite for some delicious treats! 😉 This low-key and fun event welcomes runners and walkers of all levels. It’s going to be a glaze-ing time! 😄
Don't miss out on this one! Spaces are limited, and this event always sells out faster than a fresh batch of donuts! 🏃♀️💨 Register before May 11th for the sweetest price and to snag your first choice in size of a race shirt. The price will go up to $35 on Monday, May 12th, and shirt size selection may become a little less hole-some. 😉
Sweet SWAG Alert! 🍩
Get ready to score some awesome goodies just for joining the fun! 🎉 Your entry fee includes:
- Your Choice of Threads: A comfy gender-specific t-shirt 👕 or a stylish Ladies' tank top (keep scrolling to feast your eyes on the designs!) 👀
- Your Official Race ID: A custom Great Donut Run race bib – wear it with pride! 🥇***
- A Badge of Honor (and Deliciousness): A beautiful finisher's medal ✨
- The Donut Finale You've Been Waiting For: Participation in our epic donut mania after-party 🥳, featuring mouthwatering donuts from the one and only Glazed Over! 🍩🍩🍩
Mark Your Calendars for Swag Pickup! 🗓️
Shirt and bib pickup will kick off on Saturday, 5/17, during regular store hours. ⏰ Keep an eye on your inbox! 📧 We'll send out an email on Friday, 5/16 with all the juicy details you need, including specifics about SWAG pickup and other important event info.
***Quick donut love note! We've got a limited stash of these goodies from Glazed Over just for our registered runners and walkers. To make sure everyone who paid gets to enjoy one, please show us your race bib to grab your treat! One bib equals one delicious donut. If there are any left after ALL of our participants have had their fill, we'll happily open it up for seconds. Thanks for helping us prioritize those who registered!
A Hole Lotta Fun!

Got Qs? We've Got As!
Strollers? Yeah, totally okay! BUT...
Just a heads-up, the run/walk is happening in the South Hills Mall parking lot, and the roads will be open to cars. So, if you're rolling with a stroller, just be cool with that and super careful, especially around other folks and when you're going up or down hills – give everyone some space. If you've got a stroller, we ask that you hang back a bit at the start so the crowd can spread out.
Is this run timed?
No. This in-person 5k is an untimed fun run. It is completely open to all paces, levels, and abilities, including those working toward a 5K goal.
Do you have a course map?
No. This run takes place entirely in the Shoppes at South Hills Parking lot. If you're looking for additional information beyond that, this probably isn't an event for you. :)
My body is ready... for donuts AND SWAG! When can I pick up my Donut Run SWAG?
Bib and shirt pick-up will be at Fleet Feet Poughkeepsie starting on Saturday, 5/17, during normal business hours. You can also snag your SWAG on Sunday, 5/18, before the event starts. We'll be set up for bib and shirt pick-up starting at 8:15 a.m. An email with additional details will be sent on Friday, 5/16.
Shirt sizing deets?
You can choose from a Men's/Unisex T-Shirt, a Ladies' T-Shirt, or a Ladies' Tank. All of the tanks and tees run true to size, and there isn't a need to size up. To keep race costs low, we order the exact number of shirts that we need and are, unfortunately, unable to accommodate size switches once the order is placed. Most participants wear their donut run shirts on race day, which is highly encouraged!
Is there a waitlist if the in-person event sells out?
No. We will not have a waitlist for this event, which generally sells out. If you are considering registering, don't wait and miss out!
I want to participate, but I don't live locally. Is virtual participation an option?
No. Unfortunately, we can't mail the SWAG for this event. To participate, you must be able to pick up your giveaways at Fleet Feet Poughkeepsie.
I signed up but can't attend, can I transfer my registration?
Yes! Since this is an untimed fun run, you can transfer your registration. If you are reselling your space, you would handle that on your end; we don't resell spaces. Also, please note that shirt sizes cannot be adjusted as shirts are ordered at the time of registration.
I can't participate due to injury/illness/family emergency, etc. Can I get a refund or transfer my registration to another event?
No. Unfortunately, we're unable to offer refunds or transfers to other events. Race supplies are ordered as registrations come in. Per the above question, you can transfer your registration for this event to someone else. You can also pick up your SWAG even if you don't make it to the event.
What if the weather is bad?
The event will happen rain or shine, and we would only not run or delay the start time if there were dangerous conditions such as thunder & lightning.
What if I miss the event? Can I pick up my SWAG after?
Yes, you can. Donut Run SWAG can be picked up anytime during normal store hours. We will hold on to it until Saturday, 5/31. After that, all unclaimed SWAG will be purged or repurposed.
Will there be any water on the course?
Yes. We will have a cooler of water and cups near the start/finish.
Sprinkled with Style!

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