# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Step Up for Down Syndrome
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 05:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: We invite you to “Step Right Up” and celebrate carnival-style at the 2026 Step Up for Down Syndrome event! 

Step Up for Down Syndrome is the largest Down syndrome awareness event in Michigan and the Down Syndrome Association of West Michigan’s (DSAWM) biggest fundraiser.  

This year’s celebration will be held on Saturday, October 3rd from 2-5 PM at the Special Olympics of Michigan Unified Sports & Inclusion Center. We are excited to show off the beautiful SOMI USIC, the home of our DSAWM Office. Guided tours around the building will be available at Step Up. The event will feature carnival games, prizes, food trucks, a disability-focused resource fair, music, and more! 

We expect this to be our biggest event yet, with over 1,000 attendees coming together for this highly anticipated community celebration and ceremonial walk. This is the time to come together to support our loved ones with Down syndrome, and we are excited to welcome new and returning members, friends, and family back together for an afternoon of celebration and community.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/cutlerville/step-up-for-down-syndrome/200030328279611
- **Event Categories**: carnivals, sports, food-drinks, nonprofit
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 88

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Cutlerville
- **state**: MI
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 160 68th St SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49548-7144, United States
- **lat**: 42.83941
- **long**: -85.6684
- **full address**: 160 68th St SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49548-7144, United States, 160 68th St SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49548-7144, United States, Cutlerville

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Step Up for Down Syndrome
  - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/849ff5888c06876de86cde14d5c8eea7d2cb258527571eaefef56f2040618814-rimg-w1200-h675-dcb8f8f8-gmir?v=1786517383

## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Step Up for Down Syndrome being held?
  - **A:** Step Up for Down Syndrome takes place on Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 02:00 pm to Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 05:00 pm at 160 68th St SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49548-7144, United States, 160 68th St SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49548-7144, United States, Cutlerville.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Step Up for Down Syndrome?
  - **A:** Step Up for Down Syndrome is organized by Down Syndrome Association of West Michigan.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Step Up for Down Syndrome is ideal for families, kids, and anyone looking for a fun-filled day of rides, games, and festive entertainment. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Cutlerville, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 80+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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