Dash for Down Syndrome 2026 - Dash Walk

Fayetteville, PA

Sun, Oct 4, 2026

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When

Sunday, October 4th, 2026

Where

3050 Lincoln Way East, Fayetteville PA

Distances

See race page

Typical weather

On this date: rain 1 of the last 10 years

2025

5179°F

dry

2024

5874°F

dry

2023

6281°F

dry

2022

4557°F

rain

2021

6376°F

dry

2020

4765°F

dry

2019

4967°F

dry

2018

6382°F

dry

2017

5278°F

dry

2016

5370°F

dry

Best months to race in Pennsylvania

About this race

Event Overview

Dash for Down Syndrome 5K and family fun walk is an annual community event hosted by Downright Perfect. This event helps to raise awareness and celebrate the incredible individuals we love with Down syndrome within Franklin County, Pennsylvania and surrounding areas!

Event Timeline

  • 1:00pm: 5K Begins
  • 2:00-5:00pm: Main Event
  • 2:30pm: Dash Walk
  • 3:00-4:30pm: Train Ride
  • 4:30pm: Raffle Drawing (must be present to win)
  • 5:00pm: See You Next Year!

Additional Information

  • Celebrate: We hope you celebrate with us and don't forget to rock your crazy socks!
  • Admission: Admission for ages 3 and under get in FREE!
  • Registration: All Registration sales are final and non-refundable.

Race Details

Join us for the Dash for Down Syndrome on October 4, 2026, at 3050 Lincoln Way East, Fayetteville, PA. For more information, visit the official race page.

Course map

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