DoNot Stop Half Marathon (5K/10K)- Greater Chicago

Sat, Apr 11, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT

Location: Aurora, IL; Waubonsie Lake Park, 998 Kautz Rd, 60504
Type: RUN

Official registration

At a glance

A delightfully quirky, donut-themed race for all ages and paces, offering a sweet reward at the finish line.

Fun
Quirky

Great for

Family Friendly
Kids & Youth
Walkers Welcome

Great for: walkers, families

Embrace a delightful morning at the DoNot Stop Half Marathon, 5K/10K, a charming donut-themed event in Aurora, IL. Whether you're running or walking, this race promises a sweet experience for the whole family. Enjoy a well-organized course, complete with chip-timing and live results, and celebrate your finish with a delicious donut. It's a perfect blend of fitness and fun, designed for all ages and paces.

What to expect

Expect a fun, donut-themed event perfect for families and walkers.
Choose from a Half Marathon, 5K, 10K, 1 Mile, or a kids' dash.
Enjoy a designer shirt, custom medal, free photos, and a delicious donut.

Standout details

Donut-themed fun
Designer shirt & custom medal
Free race photos
Post-race donut treat

Perks & features

Medal
Swag Included

From the public listing — confirm on the official site.

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Distances & registration

8 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

50m
Sat, Apr 11, 8:00 AM CDT · From $20.83
Opens Sep 7, 2024, 3:03 AM CDT · Closes Apr 11, 2026, 4:15 AM CDT
1 Miles
Sat, Apr 11, 8:00 AM CDT · From $25.98
Opens Dec 14, 2024, 7:15 AM CST · Closes Apr 11, 2026, 4:15 AM CDT
3.1 Miles
Sat, Apr 11, 8:00 AM CDT · From $42.28
Opens Jun 2, 2024, 2:00 AM CDT · Closes Jan 5, 2026, 6:59 PM CST

+ 5 more options

6.2 Miles
Sat, Apr 11, 8:00 AM CDT · From $42.28
Opens Jun 2, 2024, 2:00 AM CDT · Closes Jan 5, 2026, 6:59 PM CST
13.1 Miles
Sat, Apr 11, 8:00 AM CDT · From $67.58
Opens Nov 19, 2024, 6:14 AM CST · Closes Oct 13, 2025, 7:59 PM CDT
13.1 Miles
Sat, Apr 11, 8:00 AM CDT · From $0.00
Opens Mar 13, 2026, 7:27 AM CDT · Closes Apr 11, 2026, 4:00 AM CDT
Virtual Race
Sat, Apr 11, 8:00 AM CDT · From $46.28
Opens Jun 2, 2024, 2:00 AM CDT · Closes Apr 11, 2026, 4:15 AM CDT
Volunteer then Run
Sat, Apr 11, 8:00 AM CDT · From $20.83
Opens Jun 2, 2024, 6:17 AM CDT · Closes Apr 11, 2026, 4:15 AM CDT

Vibe Check

Steady Effort

longer distance

Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.

The course

Flat
Walkers welcome

From the organizer

Question: Is it supposed to be DO NOT STOP, or DONUT STOP? Answer: YES! Like Running or Walking? Love Donuts? This race is for you! Join us for the annual DoNot Stop Half Marathon, 5k/10k!

A donut-themed event that is perfect for the whole family.

The fun includes -

Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal

Chip-timing with live results and awards

Free photos

Delicious donut waiting at the finish line

Plenty of fun!

Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one!

Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag!

*Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $15

Half Marathon r egistration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!

10k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!

5k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!

1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!

The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!)

*Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!

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