GiGi's Playhouse Long Island 5K Run/Walk
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GiGi's Playhouse Long Island 5K Run/Walk
GiGi's Playhouse Long Island hosts its 3rd Annual 5K Run and 321 Dash on October 4, 2026 at Shorefront Park in Patchogue, NY. The event is presented by Cirigliano Agency and CoHo Coffee House and benefits GiGi's Playhouse Long Island, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization focused on services for individuals with Down syndrome and their families. The organization describes a mission of promoting acceptance and delivering free educational, therapeutic, and career development programs.
The event features multiple participation options and a superhero theme that encourages costumes, masks, and capes. Awards include cash prizes for the top three overall male and female finishers and a bonus award for breaking the men's or women's course record. Race amenities listed for participants include live online text and email results, free finish line photos, and personalized bibs if registered three weeks in advance. Virtual participants may submit times and photos during the published virtual window. Registration fees are non refundable and registration may include optional merchandise and donation opportunities. Team entry and volunteer options are available. Course certification is noted for the 5K and a separate course is provided for the 1 mile route. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
- 5K Run and Walk
- 1 Mile Walk
- 321 Dash for ages 12 and under
- Virtual 5K (October 4 to October 11)
