GiGi's Dash for Down Syndrome - Ankeny
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GiGi's Playhouse Donut 5K and Walk for Down Syndrome - Ankeny
GiGi's Playhouse Donut 5K and Walk for Down Syndrome is scheduled for 08/22/2026 at DMACC, 2006 S Ankeny Blvd, Ankeny, IA. The event includes a 5K and walk with in person and virtual participation options. Participants may run, walk, roll, or push a stroller.
Registration categories and early bird pricing are listed for adults and children, with a free registration option for individuals with Down syndrome. Available categories include Adult Walker, Adult Runner, Child Walker, Child Runner, and Virtual Walker. Early bird rates end July 17, 2026. The last day to register for a guaranteed event shirt is July 31, 2026. Teams have until August 8, 2026 to qualify for a yard sign. Onsite registration is available on August 22, 2026 at increased prices and without a guaranteed shirt.
When people register, they also create a fundraising page to support free educational and therapeutic programs at GiGi's Playhouse Des Moines. Donations and sponsorships are accepted to support those programs. The donation period continues through February 28, 2027.
The event description notes check in and registration details occur on the day of the event at the venue. The overall purpose is to raise funds for programs serving individuals with Down syndrome in Central Iowa. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
