March 21, 2026
Event Overview
Join Us for the NEW GiGi’s 5K on March 21, World Down Syndrome Day!
We’re kicking off our 15th Anniversary year with a brand-new twist on a beloved tradition! Mark your calendars for March 21, 2026 as we celebrate World Down Syndrome Day with the GiGi’s 5K, our biggest and most exciting race yet.
This year brings familiar favorites and fresh updates! You can still rally your friends and family through team fundraising and choose from our classic race options: the 5K, 1 Mile, and the fan-favorite Dash for Down Syndrome.
But get ready—everything else is new!
We’re moving to a vibrant new venue at Cauley Creek Park in Johns Creek, with a special noon start time and an all-new festival-style event format. Enjoy food trucks, music, and a high-energy celebration honoring individuals with Down syndrome and the community that champions them.
As we launch into the 15th Anniversary of GiGi’s Playhouse Atlanta, this event is the first of many milestone celebrations planned for 2026. Come run, walk, cheer, and celebrate with us as we kick off a year dedicated to empowerment, inclusion, and impact!
Let’s make this the biggest World Down Syndrome Day celebration yet—see you at the start line!
See you in
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
Coming soon!
National Sponsorship Opportunities
All National Sponsors receive the following benefits
- Recognition as a National Sponsor on GiGi’s 5K main webpage (3.5M reach)
- Visibility in national email campaigns (200,000+ subscribers)
- Logo + link on all GiGi’s 5K pre- and post-event national emails
- Inclusion in media advisories, press releases, and promotions across 55+ events
- Recognition as part of GiGi’s CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) Initiatives
- Exposure to 15,000+ event participants and 25M+ social media impressions
PRESENTING SPONSOR — $100,000
Our highest and most visible partnership level.
Brand Visibility
- Exclusive naming rights for the national GiGi’s 5K campaign across 55+ events
- Premier logo placement on all event t-shirts (15,000+ shirts)
- Top-tier logo placement on all GiGi’s 5k national webpages (3.5M annual reach)
- Top Placement on GiGi’s National Corporate Partners webpage
- Dedicated national social media announcement + campaign-long mentions
- Featured in full year GiGi’s National Newsletters (200,000+ subscribers)
- Press release inclusion as Presenting Sponsor in all national media advisories
Engagement + DEI Partnership
- Opportunity to co-create a CSR w/ GiGi’s Plan
- Invitation for your team to participate in national volunteer opportunities
- Recognition as a Certified #GenerationG Organizational Partner
Additional Benefits
- Full-page premium ad placement in the #GenerationG Magazine
- Guest appearance opportunity on GiGi’s, A Little Something Extra Podcast
PLATINUM SPONSOR — $75,000
Brand Visibility
VIP logo placement at all 55+ GiGi’s 5K events + all event shirts
- Logo placement on GiGi’s 5K websites and marketing collateral
- Inclusion on National Corporate Partners webpage
- National social media recognition
- Inclusion in national newsletter sponsor listings
Engagement + DEI Partnership
- Eligible for a customized CSR w/ GiGi’s Plan
- Invitation for your team to participate in national volunteer opportunities
- Recognition as a Certified #GenerationG Organizational Partner
Additional Benefits
- Premium ad placement in the #GenerationG Magazine
GOLD SPONSOR — $50,000
Brand Visibility
Logo placement at all 55+ GiGi’s 5K events and all event shirts
- Logo featured on GiGi’s 5K national website pages
- Listed on National Corporate Partners webpage
- Mention in national social media sponsor roundup
- Mention in national newsletter sponsor section
Engagement + DEI Partnership
- Recognition as a Certified #GenerationG Organizational Partner
- Invitation for your team to participate in national volunteer opportunities
Additional Benefits
- Half-page placement in #GenerationG Magazine
SILVER SPONSOR — $25,000
Brand Visibility
- Logo placement on GiGi’s 5K website and event materials
- Logo included on event t-shirts across 55+ Playhouses
- Listed on the National Corporate Partners webpage
- Social media sponsor acknowledgement post
Engagement + DEI Partnership
- Recognition as a Certified #GenerationG Organizational Partner
- Invitation for your team to participate in national volunteer opportunities
Additional Benefits
- Quarter-page ad in #GenerationG Magazine
Local Sponsorship Opportunities
Racer Sponsor - $5,000
- Prominent Signage displayed at race start
- Logo on Event Signage
- Prominent logo on Playhouse webpage with link to business (1 year)
- Listing in local Press Releases
- Logo on Event Publicity (Posters, E-blasts, Social Media, etc.)
- Inclusion in Announcements at event
- Acknowledgment at playhouse
- Logo on event T-Shirt
Sprinter Sponsor - $2,500
- Custom Yard Sign displayed along race route at sponsored event
- Listing in local Press Releases
- Logo on Event Publicity (Posters, E-blasts, Social Media posts, etc.)
- Name acknowledgment on Playhouse event webpage
- Inclusion in Announcements at event
- Logo on event T-Shirt
Jogger Sponsor - $1,000
- Custom yard sign displayed along race route at sponsored event
- Listing in local Press Releases
- Logo on event publicity (posters, e-blasts, social media posts, etc.)
- Inclusion in announcements at event
Walker Sponsor - $500
- Event supporter yard sign to display at your home or business
- Logo on event publicity (posters, e-blasts, social media posts, etc.)
- Inclusion in announcements at event
Teams
- Teams created by March 1, 2025 that have raised $321, or more, earn a customized team-specific yard sign with QR code linked to team’s personal fundraising team
- The top fundraising team receives a pair of tickets to the ‘i have a voice’ Gala on October 19th (a $500 value!)
- Largest team receives a shade tent with cooler of drinks for the whole team
- All NEW team captains will be placed in a drawing for a $50 gift card chosen at the event
Thank you to our sponsors!
National Sponsors
