Ethio 251 Run is an annual 5-kilometre road running event which takes place in first week Sunday of October in Alexandria, Virginia, USA With 5,000 participants, the race is the biggest Ethiopian road race in the US. Professionals with more than ten years of expertise managing art, sports, and entertainment in many nations founded, developed Ethio 251 Run.
Ethio 251 RunSunday, October 06, 2024, 07:00am – 01:00pmPotomac Yard, Alexandria, VA, USA
Vision | To be a globally recognized organization that uses the running sport as a platform to celebrate culture, and to promote healthy living, peace and unity.
Mission | Commitment to people and partners, social responsibility, the highest standard of excellence, and an innovative and entrepreneurial spirit.
Purpose | Utilize running events to raise funds for charities committed to African focused causes, while promoting a healthy community.
Ethio 251 Run is inspired by the interest & value that is placed upon the success of running sports in Ethiopia. Many Ethiopian distance runners who have gone on to win significant international titles on the world stage have been produced throughout the previous 60 years. Both young and old celebrate the accomplishments of their sports idols, and many have accepted and drawn inspiration from these successes. In Ethiopia and in the diaspora, the significance of running champions from all around the country cannot be overstated. We are positioned to serve as a means of promoting peace, honoring culture, and building togetherness by capitalizing on this historically significant and culturally treasured asset. The Run also provides a forum for strengthening ties among the Ethiopian diaspora and developing and nurturing communities.
