GiGi's Dash for Down Syndrome - Charlotte
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GiGi's 5K - Dash for Down syndrome, Charlotte
GiGi's Playhouse Charlotte hosts a community 5K on August 29, 2026 at GiGi's Charlotte, 9101 Kings Parade Blvd, Charlotte NC. The event welcomes people who run, walk, roll, push a stroller, or come to support participants.
Participants are set up as fundraisers to support free programs at GiGi's Playhouse Charlotte. Setting up a personal fundraising page is described as a brief process, and donations and sponsorships also support the organization’s programming. A donation cutoff is listed as December 31, 2026.
Logistics include packet pick up at GiGi's Charlotte on Thursday, August 27 between 9:30 and 2:00, Friday, August 28 between 4:00 and 6:00, and on event day at 7:30. Registration-related dates include a deadline of August 9 to secure the event tee, and a registration cutoff on August 28, 2026. Sponsorship opportunities are available; $1,000 and above sponsors registered by August 2 may have company logo placement on the event tee.
The event description emphasizes inclusion and fundraising for programs that serve individuals with Down syndrome. Information provided focuses on participation options, fundraising, packet pick up, registration and sponsorship deadlines, and the Charlotte venue. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
