A DISTANCE FOR EVERYONE

If a full 5K isn't your thing, that's ok. We have a fun run just for you. But you're feeling the 5K, we also have a little something extra for you (Don't worry, your official race time will still be based on the 5K distance!)

Each person with Down syndrome has an extra (3rd) copy of the 21st chromosome. That's why people across the globe celebrate World Down Syndrome Day on March 21st every year. So - to celebrate that extra chromosome, we run a little extra "dash" at the end of the traditional 5K distance. Runners will be cheered on the "extra" dash by spectators with Down syndrome!

A SPRINGTIME TRADITION

The 3-2-1 Dash for Down Syndrome has become a south Charlotte springtime tradition. Thousands of runners and walkers (all are welcome!) have crossed the finish line with us. As we get set to celebrate the 12th anniversary of this wonderful race, we welcome you to join us!

Whether this is your first Dash or your 12th, we invite you to create new memories with us and a few hundred of our running friends on Saturday,  March 23rd!

GREAT SWAG + UPGRADES!

All participants will receive a soft-style 5K shirt featuring our iconic Dash logo. Looking to up your shirt game? For only $15, you can upgrade to a long-sleeve performance shirt!

Also, new in 2024 - all 5K finishers will receive a Dash for Down Syndrome custom finisher medal!

That's not all! We'll have special awards for the top 3 overall male and female as well as the top 3 male and female in each age category for the 5K.

POST-RACE CELEBRATION 🎉

The 5K and Fun Run might be the main attraction, but you won't want to miss our awesome post-race celebration. The 3-2-1 Dash for Down Syndrome 5K and Fun Run doubles as a community celebration of World Down Syndrome Day (every March 21st).

So after the race, stick around for some food, entertainment and fun. We'll have all kinds of games and activities for the kids (and the kids at heart)!