2025 - Stroll on State Dasher Dash 5K

Get ready to dash through the snowflakes in the most festive 5K of the season! The Dasher Dash 5K invites you to lace up your running shoes for a holiday spectacle like no other, right in the heart of downtown Rockford, IL. With a route that offers a scenic run across the Rock River and along a holiday-themed East State Street, the event promises to sprinkle your season with joy and cheer!

Kick off the holiday celebrations with us, as the Dasher Dash is a sparkling piece of the larger Stroll on State festival, complete with parades, live music, and a magical tree lighting. Registration is just $40 and is open NOW—don't miss out on securing your spot! Remember to register early by November 1, 2024, to guarantee your festive T-shirt in the size you prefer. Join us, leave the skates and pups at home, and let's jingle all the way to the finish line where awards await the swiftest of holiday striders!