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Dash for Down Syndrome

Date
August 22, 2026
Distance
1 mile fun run/walk · 3.21 mile · 10K & more
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From the Organizer

Dash for Down Syndrome raises funds and awareness for the Eastern Idaho Down Syndrome Family Connect organization.  This is a day of celebration for the local Down syndrome community, their families, and supporters. We want to thank all of the sponsors, volunteers, and individuals who make this race possible.

EVENT INFORMATION
We are excited for race day, August 22, 2026, and can't wait to see you there! Our in-person race will be held at Snake River Landing in Idaho Falls!!!

REGISTER EARLY!!! The 1st 900 people who register are guaranteed a SWAG BAG!

Any 10K and 3.21 Mile participants registered BEFORE July 20th will be guaranteed a race t-shirt (or an add-on shirt ordered before July 20th). 

Participants registering after July 20th will not be guaranteed a race t-shirt.  

We will have medals at the finish line of each race. You also MUST HAVE YOUR BIB ON when you cross the finish line to receive your official medal! 

If you register for the 10K or 3.21-mile race, you may also participate in the fun run! You do not need to register for both.  Only one registration per person is needed.

INDIVIDUALS WITH DOWN SYNDROME
Individuals with Down syndrome who are registered for any of the three races will get a t-shirt, an engraved medal, and a racecourse poster. They will be highlighted on race day to celebrate their successes!  If you are registering an individual with Down syndrome please choose the "Individual with Down Syndrome" registration option so we can make sure we have everything ready for them at the race!  Thank you! Call Rochelle Larsen at 208-716-6504 with any questions. 

PACKET PICK-UP
Friday, August 21, 2026
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Location: Eastern Idaho Down Syndrome Family Connect Office, 1675 S Woodruff, Idaho Falls, 83404
We are between Gandolfos and Red Clover. We will have our sponsor flags and our swag store up, so make sure to take a look at those as you pick up your packets. You may have someone pick up your packet for you. You do not need to let us know in advance; the person picking up the packet can let us know when they arrive. If you have any questions, contact Rochelle Larsen, 208-716-6504, dashfordownsyndrome@gmail.com.

TIMING BIBS
We will be timing the 10K & 3.21 Mile Run. Vector Timing will be timing this year. You will get your chipped bibs at Packet Pick-Up on August 21st.

STARTING TIMES

10K- 8:45 am
3.21 Mile- 9:00 am (Walkers and Runners)
Fun Run/Walk- 10:30 am
(There will be a group photo right after the Fun Run/Walk and BEFORE the medal ceremony!)

PARKING/RESTROOMS
Both will be available at the event site.

MILES/TURNS
The courses will be clearly marked with signs and staffed with uniformed volunteers. Please follow their instructions for your safety. There will also be a race map in each swag bag, along with posters at the race to help you view the routes ahead of time.

FUN RUN
Starts at 10:30 AM. The course will be less than a mile.  (NO shirts are given for the Fun Run, but are available for purchase when you register.)

RESULTS
Vector Timing will upload results to Run Sign Up.

VOLUNTEERS
Our race doesn't exist without our volunteers. If you or someone you know is not running/walking but would like to be part of the experience, please email Rochelle Larsen at dashfordownsyndrome@gmail.com. We welcome groups as well such as church, scout, work, school, or neighborhood groups.  You can also sign up using this link: 

EASTERN IDAHO DOWN SYNDROME FAMILY CONNECT
Check out our organization's website to see how we serve the Down syndrome and Eastern Idaho community www.easternidahodownsyndrome.org. We appreciate your support!

Events

1 mile fun run/walk10:30 AMRegister →
3.21 mile9 AMRegister →
10K8:45 AMRegister →
Individual WITH Down Syndrome (ONLY for People WITH Down Syndrome as it is free)8:45 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

84°

Typical Low

52°

Chance of Rain

15%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Idaho Falls - Kifi, 2 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:42 AMSunset 8:22 PMDaylight 13h 40m

Host City

About Idaho Falls, ID

Population

66,672

as of 2023

Elevation

4,725 ft

Nearest Airport

IDA

Idaho Falls Regional Airport · 4 mi

Time Zone

Mountain Time

From Endurance Grid

A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.

Race Location

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Waiting For?

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Days to train

Race
Dash for Down Syndrome
Date
August 22, 2026

From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Dash for Down Syndrome?
Dash for Down Syndrome is a running race held in Idaho Falls, Idaho on August 22, 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 Dash for Down Syndrome?
Saturday, August 22, 2026 in Idaho Falls, Idaho at Pier View Drive, Idaho Falls, ID. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Dash for Down Syndrome?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Dash for Down Syndrome

Aug 22, 2026

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