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2026 PeDRA Dash for Discovery

Date
October 10–17, 2026
Distance
*IN-PERSON* 5K Fun Run/Walk · *IN-PERSON* 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk · *IN-PERSON* Flow Into Yoga & more
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From the Organizer

Join us for the 6th Annual PeDRA Dash for Discovery! 🚀💥

Whether you’re a seasoned runner, leisurely walker, or yoga enthusiast, the PeDRA Dash for Discovery annual hybrid event offers the perfect opportunity to support PeDRA’s mission while staying healthy and having fun!

 

👟 In-person and Virtual Race Info 

Run, walk, or flow—anytime, anywhere from October 10–17, 2026—and support research that transforms the lives of children with skin disease.

Attending the 2026 PeDRA Annual Conference in Alexandria? The Dash runs alongside the Conference, so you can hit the streets or unwind with a group yoga session with your friends and colleagues on Saturday, October 17. Select an *in-person* option during sign-up.

 
💲Fundraising Options

New this year! Pick a fundraising team to make your Dash even more meaningful! Driving most of PeDRA’s research and organized by disease-specific research areas, our Focused Study Group (FSGs) are collaborative teams of clinician-scientists who work together to generate new research ideas, deepen understanding of childhood skin diseases, and improve outcomes for patients and their families. By selecting an FSG, you can direct your fundraising efforts toward a specific area of childhood skin disease research that matters most to you—helping accelerate discoveries and advance care for children with skin disease.

Please note: All registrants are required to select an FSG team as part of registration; however, fundraising is completely optional. If you choose to participate, you can raise money for your FSG team and make an even bigger impact!

 

👕 Dash T-Shirts

The first 100 registrants score a race t-shirt! In-person participants will receive their t-shirts upon check-in. Virtual participants located in North America will receive shirts in the mail. Virtual participants outside of North America are ineligible to receive a shirt. Requested t-shirt sizes are not guaranteed, and will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Events

*IN-PERSON* 5K Fun Run/WalkSat, Oct 17 · 7 AMRegister →
*IN-PERSON* 1 Mile Fun Run/WalkSat, Oct 17 · 7 AMRegister →
*IN-PERSON* Flow Into YogaSat, Oct 17 · 7 AMRegister →
*VIRTUAL* 5K Fun Run/WalkSat, Oct 10 · 12 AMRegister →
*VIRTUAL* 1 Mile Fun Run/WalkSat, Oct 10 · 12 AMRegister →

Weather

Typical Conditions

It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.

Typical High

72°

Typical Low

55°

Chance of Rain

28%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Washington Reagan Ap, 4 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 7:13 AMSunset 6:39 PMDaylight 11h 26m

Host City

About Alexandria, VA

Elevation

66 ft

Nearest Airport

DCA

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport · 5 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

From Endurance Grid

Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.

Race Location

Your Next Start Line

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at 2026 PeDRA Dash for Discovery, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

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Days to train

Race
2026 PeDRA Dash for Discovery
Date
October 10–17, 2026

From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the 2026 PeDRA Dash for Discovery?
2026 PeDRA Dash for Discovery is a running race held in Alexandria, Virginia on October 10, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
When and where is the 2026 PeDRA Dash for Discovery?
Saturday, October 10, 2026 in Alexandria, Virginia at Hilton Alexandria Mark Center (or virtual), Alexandria, VA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the 2026 PeDRA Dash for Discovery?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

2026 PeDRA Dash for Discovery

Oct 10, 2026

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