2026 Step UP for Down syndrome Walk

Saturday, September 26, 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Discovery Place Playground, Spokane Valley, WA

Step UP for fun at the 18th Annual Inland NW Step UP for Down Syndrome Walk! Join more than 500 friends, family and kids for a day of celebration and empowerment at the Discovery Place Playground in Spokane Valley.

LET’S WALK TOGETHER as we listen to great music, wear our wild socks, and make new friends. Together, we’re building a stronger, more inclusive community — one step at a time.

This year’s Walk will include face painting, bubbles, inflatable fun, incredible raffle prizes, Princesses, and more…

Food, fun, and festivities await you at the DS Connections NW Step UP Walk.

Don’t miss out! Register today!

BE SURE TO REGISTER ONLINE BEFORE AUGUST 31st
to ensure your t-shirt choice is available.

All pricing and t-shirt info is available by clicking the REGISTER button or scanning the QR code below.

Participants with Down syndrome are FREE when accompanied by a paid adult.

Online registration is open until Wednesday, September 23rd at 5:00 pm. Please note that T-shirt sizes are not guaranteed after August 31st.

CLICK THE BUTTON BELOW TO REGISTER

OR SCAN THE QR CODE TO REGISTER

IN-PERSON REGISTRATION

In-person registration is available September 26th at 9:00 am at the Walk.
(Note: T-shirts will be available while supplies last.)

Register or Donate Today

Thanks to you, DS Connections NW continues to provide support and resources to people throughout the Inland Northwest whose lives have been touched by Down syndrome. Create a team, sponsor a walker, encourage your friends, family and co-workers, and get involved… Walk and donate today!

I WOULD LIKE TO DONATE

2026 Step UP Walk flier

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2026 In Person Walk Details

Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026
Location: Discovery Park, 2426 N Discovery Pl, Spokane Valley, WA
Time:
9:00 am – 10:00 am – Registration and Raffle Open
10:00 am – 10:30 am – Announcements and Walk Warmup & Lineup
10:30 am – 11:15 am – Step UP for DS Walk = Let’s GO!
11:00 am – 1 pm – Entertainment/Activities and Refreshments Open
Noon – Raffle Winners Announced
*Times Subject to Change

**2026 Virtual Step UP Walk Event Details**

Date: Saturday, September 26th, 2026 (Or whenever it’s easiest for you!)
Location: You Choose!
Time: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm (Suggested time) – Virtual Step UP for DS Walk
Let’s Walk Together—Wherever You Are! We may not be walking side by side in person, but we can still Step UP for Down Syndrome—together!

Gather your team, lace up your shoes, and walk in your own neighborhood! Our suggested walk time is 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, but feel free to walk whenever it works best for you. What matters most is showing your support and celebrating in your own way!

SEND US YOUR PHOTOS AND VIDEOS

No matter when you choose to Step UP for Down Syndrome, WE WOULD LOVE TO SEE YOUR PICTURES AND VIDEOS! Please email or share on our social media event pages!

DONATIONS ARE TAX DEDUCTIBLE

As you consider your donation, sponsorship of a team or individual walker, please know that all proceeds benefit DS Connections NW and its ongoing mission to improve the quality of life for people with Down syndrome, their families, and the community at large.

DS Connections NW is a 501(c)(3) organization. All donations are tax deductible.

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No t-shirt guarantee after August 31st since all t-shirts have been ordered.

Online registration stays open through 5:00pm Wednesday, September 23, 2026. On-site Registration IS available at 9:00 am the morning of the Walk! (T-shirts while supplies are available.)

Sponsorship Opportunities

We have everything from Raffle items to Title sponsorship with your logo featured on our Step UP t-shirts and at the venue for the event. (Plus more!) Please see the form linked below for these opportunities or contact us about on-site Sponsorship Opportunities!

View Sponsorship Options Form

Get ready for this year and look back at past walks

Thank you very much to all our participants, sponsors, organizers and volunteers that make the annual Step UP for Down Syndrome Walk possible. It is because of you that DS Connections NW can continue to support, educate, and connect with those in our community who have been touched by Down syndrome. Thank you!