Donuts and Dogs 5K Fun Run/Walk
Sat, Jun 13, 2026, 5:00 AM CDT
- Type
- Run
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
Race feel
Run, walk, or cheer with your dog, enjoy donuts, and support the Animal Protective League at this fun-filled 5K event.
- Fun
- Competitive
- Quirky
- For a Cause
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- Beginner Friendly
Beginner FriendlyJoin the Donuts and Dogs 5K Fun Run/Walk in Springfield, IL, for a heartwarming day supporting the Animal Protective League. This event welcomes both runners and walkers, with or without their canine companions, for a timed 5K or a relaxed fun run. Enjoy Mel-O-Cream donuts, participate in an exciting costume contest with your pet, and help raise vital funds for animals in need. It's a delightful way to combine fitness, furry friends, and community spirit.
From the organizer
Join us for a fun day at Southwind Park in support of the Animal Protective League (APL).
Get ready to race and raise funds for the animals of APL! This year's race will include a timed 5K Run and a Fun Run/Walk for both you and your canine companions, if you choose to bring them. Registration is $30 for adults and $15 for children 12 and under. You can also set up your own individual or team fundraiser to raise additional money for the animals. Don't want to race but want to support APL's mission? Sign up as a cat napper for $30 and receive a personalized thank you card from an APL dog or cat!
Register by May 22nd to receive a free race t-shirt.
Registration closes at midnight on June 11th and race packet pick-up is June 12th from 4:30-6:30 p.m. at APL, 1001 Taintor Road. Limited packet pick-up will be available on the day of the race. There will be no on-site registration.
If you want to race with your dog, they need to be sociable, well-behaved, up-to-date on all vaccinations, have proof of current rabies vaccine, be leashed at all times and be at least four months of age.
We will also have an exciting costume contest that you and your pet can participate in, as well as vendors and other fun activities! Mel-O-Cream donuts will be provided before the race for all participants.
Schedule
May 22nd - Early Registration with Free Tshirt ends.
June 11th - Registration closes at midnight.
June 12th - Race Packet Distribution 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. at APL
June 13th - Race Day
9:00 a.m. Visit with our Vendors. Limited race day packet distribution (no on-site registration) 9:30 a.m. Costume Contest 10:00 a.m. Timed Race 10:30 a.m. Award Ceremony for Costume Contest and Timed Race 11:00 a.m. Fun Run/Walk 12:00 p.m. Event Ends
Race Prize Categories Overall 1st Place 5K Female Overall 1st Place 5K Male Overall Canine – 1st Canine across the finish line Overall 1st Place 12 and Under Female Overall 1st Place 12 and Under Male
Costume Contest - Best Costume
Shirt