Event: Sharing Down Syndrome AZ Drive Thru Walk Parade

Date: Saturday, Sept. 26, 2020 from 9am-11am

(Special admittance between 8:30am-9am for those individuals with sensory issues: we will ask people at this time not to honk horns, limit their noise and music will be played softer, etc.)

Location: Tempe Diablo Stadium

Details:

Sharing Down Syndrome of Arizona will host the 21st annual Sharing Walk and first-ever Drive Thru Parade. The event promotes positive acceptance and awareness for all people with Down syndrome.

About the event: Because of the COVID-19 pandemic this year, we will offer an innovative ‘Sharing Walk Drive Thru Parade’ celebrating all those we love with Down syndrome. Social distancing guidelines will be practiced.

Fun new activities for 2020:

-Decorate your car, van or SUV - honoring the person(s) you love with Down syndrome.

-Drive thru an engaging experience as a family through a route hosting special guests, decorations, music, food trucks, merchandise and more. A staggered time slot will be given to families to prevent traffic congestion.

-Receive gifts, treats in the comfort of your own car - Each registered person with Down syndrome will receive a FREE Sharing Walk t-shirt. Treat bags and other special surprises are in the works for all registered children.

A face mask must be worn when interacting with any food vendors, merchandise volunteers, etc. Participants are required to socially distance at least 6 feet apart from each other or mask is to be worn. Food trucks will provide to go orders only – no tables for gathering will be available.