Tortoise & Hare Sports × New Balance
black friday DONUT RUN A Black Friday morning fun run in Glendale, AZ on Friday, November 27, 2026 at 7:30 AM. Pick 1, 3.3 or 5.3 miles, then donuts and coffee at the store.
Pick your distanceevery route ends at the donuts
The routesevery mile leads back to donuts
1-Mile Dash
Out and back on 75th Avenue. Turn around just south of Union Hills Drive.
3.3-Mile Glaze Craze
North on 75th Avenue to Utopia Road, west through the neighborhood, then south on 79th Avenue back to the store.
5.3-Mile Donut Delight
The west loop, then east on Utopia Road to 67th Avenue, south to Union Hills Drive, and back down 75th Avenue.
Follow the arrows
Look for arrows on the sidewalk at every turn. They'll guide you all the way from the start line back to the donuts. Our team will be out on the course cheering you on, so wave as you go by.
Stay on sidewalks and paths, cross at the lights, and run your own pace. Every finish earns a donut.
Test-drive New Balancedemo shoes at the start line
New Balance is bringing demo shoes to the Donut Run. Run your route in the 880, 860 or 1080 and feel the difference for yourself. Then come back when our doors open at 10 and get fitted for your own pair.
Try on a pair, win New Balance gear
Every runner who tries on a New Balance demo shoe gets a raffle ticket for a chance to win New Balance gear. We'll draw winners after the run, over donuts and coffee.
How the morning goesFriday, November 27
Arrive7:15AMCheck in and grab a New Balance demo pair to run in.
Run7:30AMEveryone heads out together on the 1, 3.3 or 5.3 mile route.Start
RefuelAfteruntil 9:30 AMDonuts, the Coffee Corner and the New Balance gear raffle.
Shop10:00AMDoors open for Black Friday Week deals.Black Friday
Please register, even though it's a fun run. We order donuts and coffee to headcount, so if plans change, cancel 24–48 hours ahead.
Stay for the dealsBlack Friday Week, Nov 23–30
Finish your run, grab a coffee, and shop our lowest shoe prices of the year when the doors open at 10. Every pair still gets a full 5-Point Fit.
Brooks · All week
Adrenaline GTS 25 $109.95
Reg. $155. Hoka Bondi 9 is $139.99, and full-price Nike and Altra footwear are 20% off.
See every Black Friday deal
Black Friday through Sunday
OS1st socks 50% off
November 27–29 only. Plus buy one, get one 50% off all apparel and 20% off every insole all week.
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Holiday Lights Run
Run or walk 2–3 miles through Glendale's holiday light displays, then cocoa and cookies back at the store. Register during Black Friday Week, November 23–30, and it's 50% off. Want the event shirt? Order by November 23.
Register at 50% offGood to knowbefore race morning
When and where is the Black Friday Donut Run?
Friday, November 27, 2026 at 7:30 AM, starting and finishing at Tortoise & Hare Sports, 17570 N. 75th Ave #605, Glendale, AZ 85308, in the Arrowhead area. Plan to arrive by 7:15 to check in.
How far is the Donut Run?
You choose: the 1-Mile Dash, the 3.3-mile Glaze Craze, or the 5.3-mile Donut Delight. All three routes finish at the store.
Do I need to register?
Yes. We order donuts and coffee to headcount, so please register on our events page and cancel 24–48 hours ahead if you can't make it.
Do I need to check in?
Yes. Please check in at the store when you arrive, ideally by 7:15 AM. Just give us your name so we can find your registration, then grab a New Balance demo pair if you'd like one and head to the start.
Can I walk, and are strollers welcome?
Yes to both. Every pace is welcome, and the 1-Mile Dash is a great fit for walkers, kids and strollers.
Can I try New Balance shoes at the run?
Yes. New Balance is bringing demo pairs of the 880, 860 and 1080 to run in. Arrive by 7:15 for the best pick of sizes.
Is there a raffle?
Yes. Try on a pair of New Balance demo shoes and you'll get a raffle ticket for a chance to win New Balance gear. The drawing happens after the run, while everyone enjoys donuts and coffee.
Can I bring my dog?
Yes, friendly dogs on a short leash are welcome on the run. Please keep them close at the start and around the donut table, and bring water for your pup.
Are there bathrooms?
Yes. Our restroom inside the store is open before and after the run.
My family is coming from out of town. Can I sign them up?
Yes, and we'd love to have them. Please register each person, kids included, so we have enough donuts and coffee for everyone. You can sign up your whole group on our events page.
Is there a holiday run coming up after the Donut Run?
Yes. The Holiday Lights Run is Wednesday, December 9 at 6 PM, a 2–3 mile run or walk through Glendale's holiday lights. Registration is 50% off November 23–30.
Can I shop the Black Friday sale after the run?
Yes. Our doors open at 10 AM for Black Friday Week, with deals running November 23–30.