IMPORTANT REGISTRATION INFO – All Participants
25th Annual Down Syndrome Awareness Walk
Sunday, October 4, 2026 | Fireman's Park, DeForest, WI
Join DSAW-South Central for our 25th Annual Down Syndrome Awareness Walk — a heartwarming celebration of inclusion, love, and community.
Thanks to generous supporters like YOU, this walk helps us:
✅ Offer enriching programs for families
✅ Provide grants to families across South Central Wisconsin
✅ Send free support packets to new and expectant parents
✅ And so much more!
This event funds the majority of our year-round services — your participation empowers individuals with Down syndrome and their families.
Registration Details
T-Shirt Deadline:
Register by Tuesday, September 1 to guarantee your official Walk T-shirt!
Late Registration:
Open until Sunday, October 4 (Walk Day) – T-shirts not guaranteed.
What’s Included with Registration:
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Full-day event access
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Annual Awareness Walk (4 blocks)
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Community in Motion (theme: Team Spirit)
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Official Walk T-shirt (if registered by September 1, 2026)
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Family Festival: Bounce houses, games, rock climbing wall, DJ, crafts & so much more
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Lunch for all registered attendees
Event Costs:
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Walk Participant (ages 3+): $30
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Ages 2 and under: Free
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Individuals with Down syndrome: Free
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Virtual Walker (includes shipped T-shirt): $25
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Day-of Registration: Available at the event (no guarantee for shirts or prizes)
No Team? No Problem!
Register as a solo walker and join in the fun!
Financial Assistance - If you or a loved one need help covering the cost of registration, please reach out to Margaret at mclark@dsaw.org.
T-Shirt Pickup
Friday, October 2 | 5:00–7:00 PM
DSAW-South Central Center
1009 W. Main Street, Sun Prairie, WI
Sunday, October 4 | Starting at 10:30 AM
Registration Tent, Fireman’s Park
Only one person per group/team should check in, turn in donations, and pick up T-shirts.
Virtual Walker Option
Celebrating from afar? Be a Virtual Walker!
Includes:
Let’s lace up, come together, and make this the best Walk yet!
Together, we’re building a more inclusive world — one step at a time.
Register or donate today!