Deacon Dash for Down Syndrome
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Deacon Dash for Down Syndrome
The Deacon Dash for Down Syndrome is a fundraising running event held at Winston-Salem Fairgrounds in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. The event in 2027 marks the tenth annual run and combines a community race format with fundraising and awareness for individuals with Down syndrome.
The main race distance is a 5K with an added 0.11 mile, producing a total course length of 3.21 miles. The event program also includes a shorter fun run.
- 1 mile fun run
- 3.21 miles main course, presented as a 5K plus 0.11 mile
The event description explains the reason for the 3.21 distance: it highlights the extra chromosome found in Down syndrome. Most people have two copies of 23 different chromosomes, while individuals with Down syndrome are born with three copies of the 21st chromosome, a condition called Trisomy 21. The run is presented as both a fundraising activity and a way to raise awareness about this genetic condition.
The venue is listed as Winston-Salem Fairgrounds at 421 West 27th Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27105. The writing remains factual and descriptive about the event format, distances, purpose, and location. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
