Down Syndrome Indiana Events

Upcoming Events

April 18 from 9-12 PM- 1-Day Kids Live Laugh Dance Camp

This 1-day Live Laugh Dance camp is specifically designed for kids with Down syndrome ages 5-12. The camp will meet on Saturday, April 18 from 9am-12pm at Franklin College in Franklin, IN. Participants will be invited to perform in the summer Live Laugh Dance Recital, which will be held at the end of June.

April 22 at 7 PM – Creating a Lifecare Plan; Their Tomorrow Starts with Our Choices Today

Join DSI and Jennie Dopp, ChSNC, from CaringTide for an educational webinar, Creating a Lifecare Plan; Their Tomorrow Starts with Our Choices Today, on Wednesday, April 22nd at 7pm on Zoom. This webinar is designed to help families create a comprehensive plan for their loved one’s future. This session explores essential elements such as support networks, emergency planning, financial strategies, benefits, estate planning, housing costs, employment, caregiving, and strategies for independence. You’ll leave with practical tools and resources to confidently prepare for your loved one’s long-term care and answer the question, “What will happen when I can no longer provide care?”

April 25 at 9 AM – DSI Buddy Walk® Terre Haute

Join Down Syndrome Indiana on Saturday, April 25, 2026, in Terre Haute for our 10th Annual Buddy Walk®! Buddy Walk® is a free, family-friendly event open to individuals with Down syndrome, their families and friends, and community supporters.

Please visit the link, https://charity.pledgeit.org/TerreHaute , to create a team, join a team, or register as an individual walker.

April 25 from 11-1 PM- DSI Baby and Toddler Community Group at Busy Bee Café

Looking for a fun way to connect with other parents and little ones? Join the DSI Baby & Toddler Community Group for a playdate at Busy Bee Café! DSI will cover your entry, and coffee is available for purchase. Light refreshments will be provided! Location: Busy Bee Café (5635 W 96th St, Suite 200)

RSVP at: DSI Baby and Toddler Community Group at Busy Bee Cafe – Fill out form

May 6 – DSI Cuenta Conmigo Monthly Meeting

Cuenta Conmigo es un grupo de apoyo a padres de niños con síndrome de Down en Español. Los temas varían mes con mes. Las reuniones son el primer Miércoles de cada mes de 6 a 8 p.m. en 615 N. Alabama Street, Indianápolis IN 46204. Para mas información contacte cuentaconmigo@dsindiana.org.

Cuenta Conmigo is a Spanish-speaking group for parents who have a child with Down syndrome. The meeting topics focus on a wide range of pertinent information. The meetings will be from 6pm – 8pm located at 615 N. Alabama Street, Indianapolis, IN 46204. Childcare is provided. For more information, contact cuentaconmigo@dsindiana.org.

May 20 – Understanding Down syndrome & Dementia Webinar

Join DSI and Alzheimer’s Association of Indiana for an educational webinar, Understanding Down syndrome & Dementia, on Wednesday, May 20th at 7pm on Zoom. Understanding Down Syndrome & Dementia provides an overview of how Alzheimer’s disease uniquely affects individuals with Down syndrome. This webinar explores the connection between Down syndrome and increased risk for Alzheimer’s, outlines the steps for obtaining an accurate diagnosis, and highlights differential diagnoses to rule out. Participants will also learn practical prevention and wellness strategies, along with essential caregiver support resources to help families navigate each stage of the journey with confidence and understanding. Register today at https://forms.office.com/r/aA9YhWsg2Z

May 23 – DSI Self Advocates and Teens at the 500 Festival Parade

Celebrate the Month of May with DSI! Join the DSI Self Advocates and DSI Teens on Saturday, May 23 to watch the 500 Festival Parade, a beloved Indianapolis tradition held the day before the Indy 500 and part of the excitement leading up to the Greatest Spectacle in Racing! Come enjoy the energy of the parade and celebrate the Month of May with the DSI community.

RSVP today at: 500 Festival Parade Event 2026 – Fill out form

June 3 – DSI Cuenta Conmigo Monthly Meeting

July 11 – DSI Annual Summer Picnic sponsored by FitzMark

Join us at the Down Syndrome Indiana’s Annual Summer Picnic on Saturday, July 11th from 11am – 2pm at Holliday Park (6363 Spring Mill Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46260). Silly Safaris will be there from 12-1PM for a LIVE animal show starring Ranger Rose!

This event is free, although we ask you to register so we can plan accordingly with food!

Email register@dsindiana.org or call 317-925-7617 if you & your loved ones plan to attend!

*Please bring your own lawn chairs or blankets as picnic table seating will be very limited!

July 25 – DSI Baby Sprinkle

New parents (prenatal diagnosis thru 2 years) are invited to our DSI Baby Sprinkle on Saturday, July 25th at 9:00 at the DSI Office – 615 N. Alabama Street, Indianapolis 46204. Enjoy gifts for mom and baby, make new friends, and snack on delicious food!

September 19 at 9 AM- Buddy Walk® Lafayette

Buddy Walk® Lafayette is a joyful community celebration that honors individuals with Down syndrome while raising awareness and funds to support the mission of Down Syndrome Indiana. Families, friends, and community supporters come together to walk, connect, and celebrate the incredible contributions of individuals with Down syndrome. Funds raised help provide vital programs, education, advocacy, and support for individuals with Down syndrome and their families across Indiana. Join us on September 19th 2026 at 9 AM at Exploration Acres! Whether you create a team, join a team, or simply come to cheer others on, Buddy Walk Lafayette is a powerful day of inclusion, celebration, and community.

October 3 at 9 AM 2026 – Buddy Walk® Indianapolis

Join us for the 2026 Buddy Walk® Indy at White River State Park! Check In and Fun Family Activities begin at 9:00am, Opening Ceremony at 10:00am, and Walk at 10:21am.

Click here for more details: https://charity.pledgeit.org/BuddyWalkIndy