3.21 Dash for Down Syndrome 5K Run/Walk

🏃‍♂️ Race Overview

The Down Syndrome Network of Greater Greensboro (DSNGG) invites you and your family to participate in its 8th annual 5K walk/run, in honor of World Down Syndrome Day!

📏 Unique Race Route

• Extra Distance: Official times will be recorded at the 5K finish line.
• DAsh: Runners will go on to DASH an extra 0.1-mile to finish at 3.21 miles.
• Honoring Chromosomes: This honors the 3rd copy of the 21st chromosome present in people with Down syndrome.
• Cheer Squad: You may be accompanied by DASHers with Down syndrome to cheer you on.

🌟 Event Purpose

• Community Support: Proceeds benefit the DSNGG and support individuals with Down syndrome (Ds).
• Programs Offered: Help provide welcome bags, host educational speakers, and more.
• Financial Assistance: Scholarships available for families needing medical or therapeutic services.
• Community Building: Strengthening support for families in our area.

🧦 Lots of Socks Campaign

Runners are encouraged to take part in the Lots of Socks campaign, wearing brightly colored socks, long socks, printed socks, 1 sock … even 3 socks for 3 chromosomes! The choice is yours, but we ask you to join us wearing something that people will ask you about so that you can tell them all about World Down Syndrome Day. (Find more information at https://worlddownsyndromeday.org/lots-of-socks)

🔍 About Down Syndrome

Did you know that people with Down syndrome have an extra chromosome? Most people have two copies of 23 different chromosomes, but individuals with Down syndrome are born with three copies of the 21st chromosome (the medical term for this is Trisomy 21). That's it … only one chromosome difference! So for awareness and support, we are adding to a traditional 5K (3.1-mile) run a short extra 0.11-mile “dash” in honor of the extra chromosome in those with Down syndrome for a total distance of 3.21 miles!!! Again, your official time will be captured at the 5K finish line: the extra Dash is just for fun!

Join us for the 3.21 Dash for Down Syndrome event on March 15, 2025, at LeBauer Park, Greensboro, NC. For more details, visit the race page: Race Information.