Sherwood Memorial Park’s Run for Donuts 5k and Fun Run

Sherwood Memorial Park’s Run for Donuts 5K and Fun Run takes place in Salem, Virginia, utilizing the park paths within Sherwood Memorial Park. This family-friendly event includes a timed 5K and a shorter fun run or walk, benefiting Ronald McDonald House Charities of Southwest Virginia. The charity supports families needing to stay near a child undergoing serious illness. The donut theme is central to the day. Participants can find Munchkins on the course, select a donut at the finish line, and join a donut-themed costume contest. 5K finishers will get a medal and a knit beanie. Fun run runners and walkers also receive a knit beanie. Prizes are awarded to the top three overall male and female finishers, and the top three male and female participants in age categories ranging from 9 and under to 80 and over.