Dawn's 5k Dash

Sun, May 17, 2026, 4:30 AM EDT

Location: 864 Smith Lane, Fallston, MD 21047
Type: Run

Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).

Race feel

Run or walk to support Pancreatic Cancer patients and their families at this welcoming, cause-driven 5K. All are welcome to join in-person or virtually.

Fun
For a Cause

Great for

Family Friendly

Join the 11th Annual Dawn's 5k Dash, a heartfelt event dedicated to supporting patients and families battling Pancreatic Cancer through the Dawn Hill Fight Foundation. This inclusive 3.14-mile run or walk welcomes all, offering both in-person and virtual participation options. It's a day to come together, celebrate life, and contribute to a vital cause. Families, walkers, and even well-behaved pets are invited to participate in this meaningful community gathering.

What to expect

Participate in a 3.14-mile run or walk, with options for in-person or virtual completion.
This event welcomes families, children, and well-behaved pets on leashes.
Support the Dawn Hill Fight Foundation, aiding Pancreatic Cancer patients.

Standout details

Supports Pancreatic Cancer patients
Virtual participation option available
Honor a loved one on the race shirt
Family and pet-friendly event

Perks & features

Medal
Shirt

From the public listing; confirm on the official site.

Course surface

Trail

Pulled from words in the public listing. Helpful hint only, not a course rating.

Distances & registration

2 options

Use the official signup link above for all distances.

5K
2 options · closes May 10, 2026, 11:00 AM EDT
8d 1h 49m left
- Dawn's 5k Dash
  Closes May 10, 2026, 11:00 AM EDT · From $32.80
- Dawn's 5k Dash Virtual
  Closes May 10, 2026, 11:00 AM EDT · From $32.80

Summaries use public event text. Confirm schedule, fees, and rules on the official page before you sign up.

From the organizer

***ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSES ON 5/10/26 AT 3pm. Same day registrations will be taken until 8:00am on Race Day. *** Please register BEFORE 4/20/2026 to be guaranteed a race t-shirt!

Join us for our 11th Annual Dawn's 5k Dash on 5/17/26!! Run it, walk it, bring the family! (or participate VIRTUALLY)! ALL ARE WELCOME as this is a day to celebrate life and to support each other. Please join Dawn Hill Fight Foundation, Inc. to help patients and families fight Pancreatic Cancer! Please register BEFORE 4/20/2026 to be guaranteed a race t-shirt!

In August 2015, Dawn Hill was living her life, a life she loved so dearly...one she always spoke of as perfect. She had just run a 10K trail run, hiked the Sugarloaf Mountains, kayaked the Gunpowder River and taken a cruise to Bermuda & Bahamas to enjoy the blue waters. On that cruise, she began to have excruciating stomach pains and upon returning home, was quickly diagnosed with Stage IV pancreatic cance r (that had metastasized to her liver and stomach). Dawn underwent over a year of intense clinical trial treatments at Hopkins but sadly, she passed away on 12/20/2016, after her warrior-heart fought the 16-month battle. Dawn brought HOPE and INSPIRATION to many of her friends & family and even strangers who followed her story on Facebook through shared posts.

Dawn Hill Fight Foundation, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that focuses on the financial needs of Pancreatic Cancer patients. The Foundation was created in honor of Dawn Hill, a true WARRIOR!

Please visit our website for more information: https://www.dawnhillfightfoundation.org/

Event Details:

When: Sunday, May 17, 2026

Time: 8:30am start time (promptly)

Where: 864 Smith Lane, Fallston, MD 21047 (Edgeley Grove Park - Annie's Playground Entrance)

No t-shirts or finisher medals guaranteed after 4/20/2026 (due to the timing of placing orders with our Vendors) - or sooner, if we SELL OUT again!

Registration:

Early Bird SPECIAL

$30/Adult (12/30/2026-1/31/2026) $10/Children (12 years and under) (1/1/2026 - 1/31/2026) ADULT (13 years and older):

$35 +online registration fee (2/1/2026 - 3/31/2026) $40 +online registration fee (4/1/2026 - 5/10/2026) NO shirts or medals guaranteed after April 20th - or sooner, if we sell out again! $40 on Race Day ( NO shirts or medals guaranteed after April 20th ) - or sooner, if we sell out again! Children (5-12 years):

$15 +online registration fee (2/1/2026 - 3/31/2026) $20 +online registration fee (4/1/2026 - 5/10/2026) NO shirts or medals guaranteed after April 20th - or sooner, if we sell out again! $20 on Race Day ( NO shirts or medals guaranteed after April 20th ) - or sooner, if we sell out again! Children (under 4 yrs):

$10 +online registration fee (2/1/2026 - 3/31/2026) $15 +online registration fee (4/1/2026 - 5/10/2026) NO shirts or medals guaranteed after April 20th - or sooner, if we sell out again! $15 on Race Day ( NO shirts or medals guaranteed after April 20th ) - or sooner, if we sell out again! Infants in strollers are welcome! Register as a child runner under 4 to get a race shirt! NO shirts or medals guaranteed after April 20th - or sooner, if we sell out again!

Well behaved pets on leashes are welcome as well!

VIRTUAL OPTION: If you cannot join us for this race, but would like to participate by running or walking your own 5k in your neighborhood during a date and time of your choice, you may now do so! You will receive an official race T-shirt for your participation . (** shipping fees WILL apply**)

MUST REGISTER BY APRIL 20th TO BE GUARANTEED A T-SHIRT and a Finisher Medal. - or sooner, if we sell out again!

GPS address: 864 Smith Lane, Fallston, MD 21047 While there is a large parking lot - space remains limited so please...!!!CARPOOL!!!

**** CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION* ****

For corporate sponsorship, please contact Rebekah Cugle at dhfightfoundation@gmail.com .

"In Memory/Honor of..." - If you'd like to add a loved one's name to the official race T-shirt that every registered participant receives , you may do so by making a $50.00 donation via Run Signup IMPORTANT:: In the comment section, please add YOUR name, YOUR email, YOUR phone number, and the NAME OF THE LOVED ONE you'd like added; please double check spelling as it will be copied and pasted 'as listed.' This In 'Memory/Honor of' $50.00 donation does NOT include the race registration fee (virtual or in-person) and you do not have to participate in the race to add a loved ones name. Submissions must be received by April 1, 2026. Only one submission required to be included on the shirt.