Chamber ‘Donut Dash’ returns with historic St. Joseph routes

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) -- The St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce invites all runners, walkers and donut lovers to its "Donut Dash" 5k+.

The race will take place at 8 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 11, where it will start at the Patee House Museum, located at 1202 Penn St., and will end at Gold-N-Glaze Donuts & Coffee Shop, located at 1825 Frederick Ave.

Afterward, participants are invited to have brunch at an after-party at Hi-Ho Bar & Grill.

The race, totaling 3.82 miles, goes through historic Mount Mora Cemetery and also features the Robidoux Row Museum.

During the family-friendly 5k+, participants can stop at designated watering holes to take a quick drink and enjoy Gold-N-Glaze's donut holes.

Proceeds from the race will benefit Mount Mora, Robidoux Row and the Patee House.

The race will cost $35 for participants who pre-register by noon on Sept. 26. Those who register on the day of the run will pay $45.

For children 12 years old and younger, the race price will be $15.

The race is timed, with runners being given tags for their shows. Cost includes a t-shirt (for those who have pre-registered), participant medals, drinks, a full donut and fun at the finish line.

"The Chamber enjoys hosting this event because it's great for our community and raises funds for three important historic organizations," said Natalie Hawn, president and CEO of the St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce. "It blends a little food, a little history and a lot of positivity. Runners are always excited for the Donut Dash."

Packet pick-up will be from 3 to 6 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 10, at Farmers State Bank (FSB), located at 2211 N. Belt Hwy, and from 6:30 to 7:45 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 11, at the Patee House Museum.

Online registration will end at 7:30 a.m. the morning of the run.

Those interested can register through the RunSignUp website at www.runsignup.com/Race/MO/SaintJoseph/DonutDash2020 or at www.saintjoseph.com. No cash will be accepted on site.