Celebrate World Down Syndrome Day (March 21, 2025) by participating in the 8th annual 3-2-1 Deacon Dash for Down Syndrome! This is a 5K race fundraising event with an extra .11 mile for a total distance of 3.21 miles to raise awareness and support for individual with Down syndrome. Most people have 2 copies of […]
From ALS United NC: Walk ALS NC is the number one way to unite and fundraise for people living with ALS in North Carolina. Each year, fundraising through the Walk supports the ALS community and drives us further toward a cure for ALS. Your participation, commitment, and fundraising efforts are key to ensuring that the North Carolina […]
The Cook Medical Beat the Heat 5K returns to the Fairgrounds July 12, 2025! Join us for this all-inclusive evening race with proceeds going to local non-profits that support health and fitness in our community. Registration begins April 1. Click here to save the registration link! Key Race Features: 5 Events to Choose From Spectator […]
Schedule of Events: Registration and lunch begins at 1:30 p.m. | Ceremony and Walk to follow Location: Winston-Salem Fairgrounds | 569 Fairgrounds Blvd, Gate 7, Winston-Salem, NC 27105 | Route Length: 1 mile & 2 mile options Contact: Samantha Williams | 980-498-7740 | sjwilliams@alz.org General Information Where do the funds go? All funds raised through Walk […]
Race Day Schedule 7:30 a.m.: Race Day Registration Opens/Packet Pick Up 8:30 a.m.: Registration Closes 8:30 a.m.: Fun Run Starts 9:00 a.m.: 5K Starts Sign Up: Turkey Strut 5K From Jones Racing Company We are now entering our 18th year of the Turkey Strut 5K! There is both an in-person and a virtual option, so […]
Date: Saturday, March 21, 2026 (World Down Syndrome Day) Location: Winston-Salem Fairgrounds Host Organization & Beneficiary: Down Syndrome Association of Greater Winston-Salem (DSA GWS) Event Overview: Join us for the 3•2•1 Deacon Dash for Down Syndrome - a race with purpose! This year is especially meaningful as our race takes place on World Down Syndrome Day, celebrated on March […]
July 18, 2026 Register to Run (Opens April 1, 2026) Family Fun Run: ~1 mile in length, finishing times not recorded - Register Here Beat the Heat 5K Race: Main event; inclusive to runners of all types - Register Here Elite 5K Race: Elite runners that meet entry standard of 17:00 for men and 19:20 […]
