From all of us at PALS,

Happy World Down Syndrome Day!

We hope you will consider celebrating with your local community and sharing in the joy and excitement of the day. We have included some events hosted by organizations we work closely with near each program this summer.
Check out what’s happening near you!

  • Event: WDSD Celebration
    Hosted by: Club 21
    Date & Time: Saturday, March 21, 2026 from 4:30pm - 7:30pm
    Location: 539 N. Lake Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91101
    Cost: Free
    Details: Join DSLA for a potluck dinner, programming with The Improvaneer method and Dance Street, games, crafts, First Steps play area, and more!
    Learn More Here.

    Event: Dance Party
    Hosted by: Down Syndrome Association of Los Angeles
    Date & Time: Saturday, March 21, 2026 from 3:00pm - 6:00pm
    Location: Granada Hills Community Church, 11263 Balboa Blvd., Granada Hills, CA 91344
    Cost:

    • Free for individuals with Down syndrome

    • $10.00 for caregivers

    • $20.00 for general admission

    Details: All-ages dance party will feature music, a light meal, and prizes!
    Learn More Here.

    Event: Pajama Dance Party
    Hosted by: Down Syndrome Connection of the Bay Area
    Date & Time: Friday, March 13, 2026 from 6pm-8pm
    Location: Lafayette Orinda Presbyterian Church, 49 Knox Drive, Lafayette, CA
    Cost: Free for DSCBA members
    Details: Hit the dance floor and move and groove to your favorite tunes. Enjoy a nacho bar and sweet treats or snap a selfie at our photo station. Dress up or dress down, rock those mismatched socks, and join us for the “Sock Strut” at 7:00 PM. RSVP before March 11.
    Learn More Here.

  • Event: WDSD Party!
    Hosted by: National Association for Down Syndrome
    Date & Time: Friday, March 20 from 6pm-9pm
    Location: St. Isidore Church, 27 W Army Trail Rd, Bloomingdale, IL 60108
    Cost: $10 per person; $50 max per family. Children 5 and under are free.
    Details: All ages are welcome! Join other families for dinner and community. There will be music and fun to follow dinner.
    Learn More Here.

    Event: Rock Your Socks 2026
    Hosted by: Down Syndrome Association of Northeast Ohio
    Date & Time: Now - March 19, 2026
    Location: Online Order
    Cost: $3 per pair
    Details: Join the Down Syndrome Association of Northeast Ohio in celebrating World Down Syndrome Day on March 21 (3/21) by rocking your mismatched socks and standing up for inclusion.Wearing mismatched socks is a fun, visible way to spark conversation, celebrate differences, and show your support for individuals with Down syndrome in our schools, workplaces, and communities.
    Learn More Here.

    Event: Light Up Cincinnati
    Hosted by: Down Syndrome Association of Greater Cincinnati
    Date & Time: March 21, 2025 at dusk
    Location: Various locations in Cincinnati
    Cost: Free
    Details: On March 21st, downtown Cincinnati will be lighting up BLUE and YELLOW at dusk for World Down Syndrome Day!

    • Paycor Stadium

    • Great American Ballpark

    • TQL Stadium

    • Fountain Square

    • Heritage Bank Center

    In addition, there will be a LAMAR billboard throughout the tri-state and photos of individuals with Down syndrome on the Fountain Square LED BOARD from 6-7 pm!
    Learn More Here.

    Event: 3.21 Celebration
    Hosted by: Down Syndrome Association of Greater Cincinnati
    Date & Time: Saturday, March 21, 2026 from 2pm - 5pm
    Location: The Champions Club at Great American Ballpark, 100 Joe Nuxhall Way, Cincinnati, OH 45202
    Cost: $5 per person
    Details: In honor of World Down Syndrome Day (March 21st), we’re bringing families, friends, and community together for an afternoon of joy, connection, and celebration. Enjoy music, dancing, activities, and inclusive spaces designed for all ages and abilities! RSVP by March 12.
    Learn More Here.

  • Event: 3rd Annual Rock YOUR Socks Sale
    Hosted by: Down Syndrome Network of Montgomery County
    Date & Time: Now - March 21, 2026
    Location: Online Order
    Cost:

    • $5 – One pair of mismatched socks

    • $3 per pair – When purchasing 10 or more pairs

    • $10 – Shipping option available

    Details: When you purchase DSNMC Mismatched Socks, you’re doing more than making a fashion statement — you’re helping fund the programs, advocacy, and community connections that support individuals with Down syndrome and their families throughout Montgomery County.
    Learn More Here.

    Event: WDSD Benefit Magic Show
    Hosted by: Down Syndrome Network of Montgomery County
    Date & Time: Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 10:30am
    Location: Bethesda Elementary School, 7600 Arlington Road, Bethesda, MD 20814
    Cost: $10 per ticket
    Details: Join award-winning magicians The Great Zucchini and Abracadabra Alex as they perform magic tricks that will delight both children and adults! All proceeds will support DSNMC. Space is limited for this special event - register today! 
    Learn More Here.

    Event: 3.21 for Life Celebration
    Hosted by: 3.21 For Life
    Date & Time: Saturday, March 21, 2026
    Location: Tröegs Independent Brewing, 200 Hersheypark Dr, Hershey, PA 17033
    Cost: Free
    Details: You are invited to enjoy a day of fun to celebrate the incredible individuals with Down syndrome in our lives! Throughout the day, there will be games, live music, face painting, balloon art, raffles and appearances by some of our favorite mascots!
    Learn More Here.

    Event: World Down Syndrome Day Dance Party
    Hosted by: Down Syndrome Association of Northern Virginia
    Date & Time: March 21, 2026 at 5:30pm
    Location: Virginia Academy
    19790 Ashburn Rd., Ashburn, VA, US, 20147
    Cost: Variety of ticket options. Children 2 years old and under can attend for free.
    Details: Join us for a week of advocacy and celebration, culminating in the biggest party in town! Let’s go 'EXTRA' for World Down Syndrome Day together
    Learn More Here.

  • Event: WDSD 21 Challenge
    Hosted by: Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress
    Date & Time: March 1 -21, 2026
    Cost: Free
    Details: Take on the 21 Challenge to raise awareness and support programming for our loved ones with Down syndrome. Whatever your challenge, just weave in the number 21 to celebrate our loved ones with an extra copy of their 21st chromosome.
    Learn More Here.

    Event: Long Island Celebrates!
    Hosted by: Alexander’s Angels
    Date & Time: Saturday, March 21, 2026 from 2pm-5pm
    Location: Simon Roosevelt Field, 630 Old Country Rd, Garden City, NY 11530
    Cost: Free
    Details: Enjoy music, raffles, performances, arts & crafts, strolling characters, and more!
    Learn More Here.

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