
Zebra Dazzle 5k Walk/Run or 100 Mile Bike 30 Day Challenge - On-Site is Saturday September 12, 2026
Sat, Sep 12, 2026, 8:30 AM EDT
- Location
- Washington, DC
- Rock Creek Parkway - Carter Barron Tennis Courts)- follow navigation to 1600 Kennedy Street NW Washington DC, 20011
- Type
- RUN
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At a glance
Dazzle in your zebra gear for a 5k or 100-mile bike challenge, supporting Amyloidosis awareness and research.
- Fun
- Competitive
- Quirky
- For a Cause
Great for
- Beginner Friendly
- For a Cause
Join the Zebras for the Zebra Dazzle event, offering both an onsite 5k walk/run in Washington, DC's Rock Creek Park and virtual options. You can also take on a 100-mile, 30-day virtual bike challenge. This event supports Amyloidosis awareness and research, helping to educate about this rare disease. Participants are encouraged to wear their best zebra gear to dazzle at the start line, making it a uniquely themed experience for a vital cause.
What to expect
- Choose from an onsite 5k walk/run in Rock Creek Park or a virtual 5k from anywhere.
- Tackle a 100-mile virtual bike challenge over 30 days, logging miles at your pace.
- Receive a Zebra bling bag with a T-shirt and finisher's medal, all while supporting Amyloidosis awareness.
Standout details
- Zebra Dazzle theme
- Supports Amyloidosis awareness
- Onsite 5k with awards
- Virtual 5k or 100-mile bike challenge
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Distances & registration
3 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 5K
Sat, Sep 12, 8:30 AM EDT · From $54.00
Opens Jan 18, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Sep 12, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
- 5K
Tue, Sep 1, 8:30 AM EDT · From $54.00
Opens Jan 18, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Sep 30, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
- 100 Miles
Wed, Aug 12, 8:30 AM EDT · From $54.00
Opens Jan 18, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Sep 12, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
Vibe Check
Steady Effort
warm-day exposure
- Warm season
The course
- Hilly
- Timed race
From the organizer
Join the Zebras for this Zebra Dazzle event for all fitness levels. The 5k Walk/Run has 2 options. You can participate as an onsite participant on 9/12 at Carter Barron in Rock Creek Park, NW Washington DC or as a virtual participant. Prices will be awarded for top onsite finishers! Virtual participants can walk or run anywhere and will be able to upload their time. The 100-Mile/30-Day bike challenge is virtual only. This challenges provides the opportunity to ride 100 miles from anywhere over the span of 30 days during August 12 - September 12. You will be able to log miles as you go, so no need to ride the 100 miles in one day! Once registered, you will get race training tips and the opportunity to join various fitness sessions from the Zebras! In addition to paying for race participation, your registration fee also includes the Zebra bling bag (T-Shirt and Finisher's Medal).
Our charity supports awareness for Amyloidosis, a rare disease that is a consequence of abnormal protein (amyloid) deposits in body tissues and organs. Help the Zebras raise funds for further research via the Amyloidosis Foundation, increase awareness about this debilitating disease and learn how to recognize early symptoms. Any additional donations to Zebras in Motion are tax deductible
Packet Pickup Thursday September 10, 2026 from 3:00 pm until 7:00 pm
Packet Pickup location is TBD
R ace Day Packet Pickup is at the race site from 6:30 am until 8:00 am
Pre-Race Warmup with Stacy is at 8:15 am and the race begins at 8;30 am. Wear your best ZEBRA GEAR and DAZZLE at the start line!!!
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