

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: DS ACT 40TH ANNIVERSARY + WORLD DOWN SYNDROME DAY GALA 2026
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 21 Mar, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sat, 21 Mar, 2026 at 10:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Please join us as we celebrate World Down Syndrome Day and mark the 40th anniversary of the Down Syndrome Association of Connecticut (DS ACT).

The Connecticut Down Syndrome Congress (CDSC) was founded in 1986 by a compassionate physician and dedicated parents who sought to create advocacy and social support for individuals with Down syndrome and their families.

In 2018, CDSC was rebranded as the Down Syndrome Association of Connecticut (DS ACT)—a name that reflects our mission to support individuals with Down syndrome across the state more effectively. This transformation has allowed us to expand our advocacy efforts, enhance community programs, and connect families to the resources and information they need to thrive.

Over the past eight years, DS ACT has strengthened its organization, increased visibility and accessibility, and introduced innovative programs that serve our vibrant community.

We are thrilled to enter this exciting new chapter and invite you to join us at our World Down Syndrome Day Gala—an evening to meet our board, honor our volunteers, connect with community partners, and, most importantly, eat, dance, and celebrate together!

Get your tickets today! https://charity.pledgeit.org/DSACTGala2026

Emcee: Keith McGilvery — the Good News Guy
Performance: The Improvaneers — the first improv troupe featuring individuals with Down syndrome, all the way from Ohio!

Join us for dinner, dancing, and a silent auction. This will be an unforgettable evening where your support makes an immeasurable impact for individuals with Down syndrome in our community!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/waterbury/ds-act-40th-anniversary-world-down-syndrome-day-gala-2026/200029828857224
- **Event Categories**: Nonprofit
- **Interested Audience**: 
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## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: https://charity.pledgeit.org/DSACTGala2026?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=waterbury-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Waterbury
- **state**: CT
- **country**: United States
- **location**: La Bella Vista - Wedding & Banquet Venue
- **lat**: 41.583974393344
- **long**: -73.014960026069
- **full address**: La Bella Vista - Wedding &amp; Banquet Venue, 380 Farmwood Rd,Waterbury, Connecticut, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sat, 21 Mar, 2026 at 06:00 pm
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** La Bella Vista - Wedding &amp; Banquet Venue, 380 Farmwood Rd,Waterbury, Connecticut, United States
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** Nonprofit
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about DS ACT 40TH ANNIVERSARY + WORLD DOWN SYNDROME DAY GALA 2026 ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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