8000 Steps for 8p

Wed, Jun 24, 2026, 12:00 PM EDT

Location: virtual, NY; Participate In-Person or Virtually Nationwide, 10019
Type: RUN

Official registration

At a glance

A virtual event in August dedicated to accelerating research and treatments for Chromosome 8p Disorders.

For a Cause

Great for: cause-driven runners

This virtual event invites you to join a global movement supporting research and treatments for Chromosome 8p Disorders. Participate by walking, running, striding, or riding throughout August, honoring 8p Heroes worldwide. Your involvement helps empower a unified community and accelerates progress towards meaningful treatments. Consider creating or joining a team to amplify your impact.

What to expect

Move at your own pace throughout August, choosing to walk, run, stride, or ride.
Join a global community united in supporting Chromosome 8p Heroes.
Create or join a team to enhance your impact and rally community support.

Standout details

Virtual participation all month long
Supports Chromosome 8p research
T-Shirts available for purchase
Option to create or join a team

Auto-drafted from the public listing — confirm details on the official event page before signing up.

Distances & registration

2 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

3.5 Miles
Wed, Jun 24, 12:00 PM EDT · From $9.48
Opens Feb 13, 2026, 6:52 AM EST · Closes Jun 24, 2026, 11:00 AM EDT
3.5 Miles
Fri, Jul 31, 12:00 AM EDT · From $9.48
Opens May 31, 2026, 8:55 AM EDT · Closes Aug 31, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT

Vibe Check

Easygoing

Distance only — terrain and weather data unavailable.

The course

From the organizer

Unleash the Power of 8p Heroes

Join a global movement to accelerate research and treatments for Chromosome 8p Disorders.

Walk, run, stride, or ride — every step honors 8p Heroes around the globe.

📅 June 24, 2026 — Boston, in-person event 📅 August 1 - 31, 2026 — Virtual Participation - move anytime, all month long 💲 $8 to join — T-Shirts available for purchase

Go further together.

Create or join a team and rally your community to make an even bigger impact.

Your participation empowers a unified community for chromosome 8p heroes for a meaningful life today while accelerating treatments for tomorrow.

TOGETHER TOWARDS TREATMENT

Share your journey and inspire others. Tag @Project8p and use:

#8000Stepsfor8p #8pHeroes #Project8p

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