Events

WEBINAR: Post-Secondary College Programs for Students with Disabilities Join the Down Syndrome Association of Greater Charlotte (DSAGC) for a free virtual information session designed to be a one-stop resource for families exploring post-secondary education options for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). This session will highlight inclusive college programs, scholarship opportunities, and helpful resources […]

Advocacy Happy Hour in Mountain Island Join the UPside Club for teens and adults at Jeremiah's Italian Ice for Advocacy Activities and Ice Cream! Join Us for an Evening of Advocacy & Italian Ice! Get ready for a fun and meaningful evening filled with self-advocacy, creativity, and sweet treats! Attendees will explore ways to speak up for […]

Lucky Few Family Day Join the DSAGC "The Lucky Few Crew" for play days and Family Fun. All ages and whole family welcome. You're Invited: DSAGC Family Park Days! We’re excited to host two fun-filled Family Days this fall—one in the North and one in the South! Bring the whole crew out for an afternoon […]

Join Us for the 28th Annual DSAGC Buddy Walk® – Celebrate, Advocate, and Make an Impact! Be part of the biggest Down syndrome awareness and fundraising event in the Greater Charlotte area! The 28th Annual DSAGC Buddy Walk® brings together families, friends, and community members to celebrate individuals with Down syndrome, advocate for inclusion, and […]

Pickleball Night with D.A.D.S. Join us for an evening of pickleball and arcade fun at Camp Northend, designed especially for dads of individuals with Down syndrome. This is a great opportunity to connect, relax, and enjoy fellowship with other dads while taking a well-deserved night out. Event Details: When: Tuesday, October 28 | 7:00 PM […]

Join Us for Little Buddies Playdates in Concord! In partnership with Little Village Playroom, we’re excited to offer a special opportunity for families of children with Down syndrome (ages 5 and under) to connect, play, and build community in a safe, welcoming, and intimate environment. The Down Syndrome Association of Greater Charlotte (DSAGC) is covering the cost of […]

Join the UPside Club for a Special Volunteer Opportunity at the World of Outlaws World Finals! We’re excited to invite our friends with Down syndrome to join the Down Syndrome Association of Greater Charlotte (DSAGC) for a hands-on volunteer experience at Charlotte Motor Speedway, supporting the Speedway Children’s Charity! Volunteers will help promote the 50/50 […]

Woodworking Workshop in Concord – Build Your Own Derby Car! The Down Syndrome Association of Greater Charlotte’s UPside Club invites teens and adults to join us for an exciting Woodworking Workshop in Concord, NC hosted by Spradley Wood Designs. This hands-on woodworking event gives participants the opportunity to build and design their very own derby […]

Join the UPside Club for an afternoon of bowling at George Pappas' Liberty Lanes in Gastonia! Teens and adults with Down syndrome are invited to a fun and social afternoon with the DSAGC community. Enjoy bowling, connect with friends, and take part in activities designed to build friendships and independence. Event Details:Date: Saturday, December 6, […]