Acceptance Challenge - Gigi's Playhouse Canton
About this race
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https://gigisplayhouse.org/canton/acceptance-challenge/
Event Overview
Join us for GiGi’s Playhouse Canton's annual Dash for Down Syndrome, an inspiring and family-friendly event celebrating inclusivity, community, and achievement! Lace up your sneakers and bring your energy for a morning filled with friends, fun, and fitness (see what we did there?) as we move together for acceptance!
This event raises critical funds to support the life-changing programs offered at GiGi’s Playhouse Canton, empowering individuals with Down syndrome to thrive and reach their full potential.
Schedule
8:00 AM: Check-In & On-Site Registration Opens
8:30 AM: Dash for Down Syndrome
9:00 AM: 5K Run Begins
10:00 AM: Walk for Acceptance
10:30 AM: Awards & Closing Remarks
Your Support Changes Lives
"Time flies when you're having fun, and that's what the Playhouse is. Everyone genuinely cares about each other, and we have a great time together."
- Alyse, Conner's mom
Event Details
Saturday, May 30 | 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Walsh University
2020 E Maple St
North Canton, OH 44720
Event Highlights:
5K Run & 1-Mile Inspirational Walk: All ages and abilities are welcome!
Family-Friendly Activities: Games, face painting, crafts, and more.
Community Celebration: Celebrate with music, food, and joyful moments!
Participant Prizes: Awards for top runners and fundraising champions.
Whether you're racing for a personal best, walking to show your support, or simply coming to cheer on the crowd, every step makes a difference.
Registration Prices:
Adult: $35
Kids (12 and under): $15
Individual with Down syndrome: FREE
Not able to attend? You can still make an impact by donating or participating virtually.
Pick your distance
Running
3.21 Mile Run
1 Mile Walk
Kids Dash
Typical race-day weather
Based on 3 years of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in North Canton, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 5:56 AM and sets at 8:49 PM local time (EDT) in North Canton on May 30, 2026 — 14h 52m of daylight.
Course
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- Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
- Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
- Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
- Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 6 North Canton events
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