GiGi's Dash for Down Syndrome - Yorktown Heights
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GiGi's Dash for Down Syndrome - Yorktown Heights
GiGi's Dash for Down Syndrome is a community running and walking event held in Yorktown Heights, NY on June 13, 2026. The event includes both a 5K dash and a 1 mile walk and is described as welcoming to runners, walkers, rollers, stroller pushers, and spectators.
The event supports GiGi's Playhouse Westchester by raising funds to provide free therapeutic, educational, and adult education programs for individuals with Down syndrome and their families throughout Westchester and surrounding communities. The organizer also states the event aims to help change perceptions and spread a message of acceptance.
Registration pricing and categories are published. Early bird rates available through April 26:
- Adults (ages 18+) $25
- Children (ages 3-17) $15
Standard registration rates:
- Adults (ages 18+) $30
- Children (ages 3-17) $20
Additional registration information:
- Individuals with Down syndrome register free
- Children under 3 are free
Donation and sponsorship options are available to support the free programming, with donations accepted through the end of 2026. The event location is Yorktown Heights VFW, 257 Veterans Road, Yorktown Heights, NY. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
