12 Doughnuts. 5 Miles.
1 Hour.
Are you ready for the challenge?
12 Doughnuts. 5 Miles.
1 Hour.
Are you ready for the challenge?
What is the Krispy Kreme Challenge?
2400 calories, 12 doughnuts, 5 miles, 1 hour. The mantra of the Krispy Kreme Challenge epitomizes the test of physical fitness and gastrointestinal fortitude. What started as a challenge among ten friends has transformed into a nationally publicized charity race, and the number one tradition to complete before graduating from North Carolina State University.
On February 7th, 2026, we hosted the 22nd Annual Krispy Kreme Challenge, raising over $160,000 for the UNC Children’s Hospital, bringing our total donations to over $2.4 million. The Krispy Kreme Challenge is UNC Children’s Hospital’s largest unrestricted donor.
Participants begin the Challenge at the Memorial Belltower on the campus of North Carolina State University in Raleigh, NC. Runners then travel 2.5 miles through historic downtown Raleigh to the Krispy Kreme located at the intersection of Peace and Person Streets, where they attempt to consume one dozen original glazed doughnuts. The hardest part of the Challenge awaits them as they run 2.5 miles back to the Memorial Belltower.
This is the Krispy Kreme Challenge.
12 Donuts
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5 Miles
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12 Donuts 〰️ 5 Miles 〰️
Register online
2027 Race registration will open in Fall 2026.
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DONATION FORM IS NOW OPEN!
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The 2026 K2C Store is now closed. The online merch store will open alongside 2027 race registration.
HELP US OUT ON RACE DAY
Volunteer registration form will open in January 2027.
About Us
Find out more about the Krispy Kreme Challenge, our history, our inspiration, and the people behind it. A dramatic tale of fun, community, and heartburn.
