Join us this October for the 2025 Dyslexia Dash! The Dash has grown from just under 200 runners in 2006 to more than 2,000. Let’s keep it growing!

Date: Saturday, October 18, 2025
NEW Start Time: 1-Mile 7:45 am followed by 5K 8:15 am
Location: Perimeter Mall, Atlanta, GA
Virtual Option: Participate anytime, anywhere!

View and add photos from the 2024 Dash: https://runsignup.com/Race/Photos/GA/Atlanta/DyslexiaDash

The Dyslexia Dash is an annual run/walk hosted by the International Dyslexia Association Georgia to raise awareness and support for individuals with dyslexia. Whether you’re a competitive runner or just want to enjoy a fun morning with family and friends, this event is for you!

Our in-person event will take place at Perimeter Mall, and for those who can’t join us in person, we offer a virtual race option so you can run (or walk) on any date from anywhere in the world. Virtual participants upload their best time between October 1-18 and receive their race t-shirt and bag in the mail.   

In-Person Event Details

🏃‍♂️ Peachtree Qualifier: The chip-timed 5K race is perfect for improving your time!
👥 Run With a Team: Make it fun—team up and meet up with friends, family, or coworkers!
🎉 Fun for All Ages: Enjoy activities like face painting, a Kids’ Zone, rock painting, a photo booth, and more!
👕 Race Shirts & Bags: All participants will receive a race T-shirt and bag on Race Day.
🏅 Awards for Top Finishers: Medals will be awarded to top finishers. 
✨ Dyslexia Talent & Creativity Zone: Showcasing the talents of dyslexic authors, artists, and creators! Interested in sharing your work? Fill out this interest form. 

Registration

Registration is now open! Visit Run Sign Up for more details about the event, fees, and deadlines.

• In-Person 5K
• Virtual 5K
• In-Person 1-Mile Kids’ Fun Run

📌 Sign Up Here: https://runsignup.com/Race/Events/GA/Atlanta/DyslexiaDash

Fundraising & Sponsorship Opportunities

Support the Dyslexia Dash by creating a fundraiser or becoming a sponsor!

💙 Fundraisers: As a special thank you, any Fundraiser raising $100 or more by October 1 will have their fundraiser’s name featured on the official Dyslexia Dash t-shirt. Additionally, individual donors contributing $100 or more have the option to have their own name or the name of someone they wish to honor printed on the t-shirt.

🤝 Sponsors: Gain visibility and show your support for the dyslexia community. Sponsorship opportunities are available at various levels.

📌 Learn More About Sponsorship: April 28

Volunteer With Us!

We are looking for volunteers to help make the 2025 Dyslexia Dash a success! From race setup to cheering on runners, there are many ways to get involved.

📌 Sign Up to Volunteer: Coming Soon

Stay Connected

For updates, follow us on social media:

📌 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dyslexiaidaga/
📌 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/idageorgia/
📌 Website: https://ga.dyslexiaida.org

📧 Questions? Contact us at info@idaga.org