Step Up for Down Syndrome is the Central Valley’s largest Down syndrome awareness event. Bringing together hundreds of families & friends from Merced to Tulare counties together to celebrate the abilities, value and all around awesomeness of our friends with Down syndrome.
We are headed back to the Clovis Rodeo Grounds but the interior grass area once again where the temps aren't as high as they are on straight pavement. We can't wait to see you all again!
Step Up is great opportunity for our newest families, who we haven’t had the chance to connect with due to the pandemic, to come and meet others in community who are further along the journey of raising a child with Down syndrome, make life long connections, and learn more about the resources and services available to them.
The day will feature:
- 1 mile awareness walk out the parking lot along Clovis Avenue and then back into the lot from 5th Avenue. ***Parents who have small kiddos, or “Houdini” wannabe’s - please note we are walking along a very busy street for a bit, so plan accordingly! Team costumes & team spirit encouraged!
- Live Entertainment- including a special performance by Break the Barriers!
- Resource Vendor Area- filled with local businesses, many of whom happen to have Down syndrome!
- Family & Friends Tent- a special area for families to connect with others in their age group, and community
- Food trucks
- Kids Zone, Face Painting, All Aboard Trains and so much more!
- NEW this year- the Shoe Shuck! How many shoes can a Step Up Shuck if a Step Up could shuck shoes? Glad you asked! This fun, pay-to-play game will challenge all ages to see who can shuck a shoe the furthest! Winners in each age bracket will not only win a prize, but bragging rights of being the biggest Shoe Shucker in Central California!
- Individuals with Down syndrome are FREE!
- Kids 3 & Under are FREE
- General Ticket: $15 per person, includes a special Step Up keepsake!
- Add an event t-shirt for just $10 more per person for sizes 2T to adult XL. $13 each for Adult sizes 2XL-4XL
- Walk of Fame Poster $25 each
Shirts must be ordered by October 5, 2023!
A limited number of shirts will be available for purchase on the day of the event, only while supplies last.
REGISTRATION for VENDORS IS NOW OPEN! COST $21
EVENT REGISTRATION WILL OPEN JULY 1, 2023!
Sponsorship Opportunities Available!
Resource Table $21: Includes a 6' table & 2 chairs in the resource area.
First Steps $121: Includes a 24×18 walk route sign & event site recognition
Bigs Steps $500: Includes a 24×18 walk route sign. Promo in newsletter& event site. Social media promotion. Name on event signage & t-shirt
Making Strides $1,500: Includes a 24×18 walk route sign. Promo in newsletter& event site. Social media promotion. Logo on event signage & t-shirt
Pace Setter $3,000: Includes a 24×18 walk route sign. Promo in newsletter& event site. Social media promotion. Logo on event signage & t-shirt. Sponsorship includes registration for 6 participants.
Going the Distance $5,000: Includes a 30x24 walk route sign. Promo in newsletter& event site. Social media promotion. Logo on event signage & t-shirt. Special stage signage. VIP reserved seating for 10 ppl, no shade provided. Sponsorship includes registration for 10 participants & 2 VIP parking spots
Presenting Sponsor $8,000: Includes a 48x36 walk route sign. Promo in newsletter& event site. Social media promotion. Logo on event signage & t-shirt. Logo on event keepsake. Special stage signage. VIP reserved seating for 15 ppl, includes shade. Sponsorship includes registration for 15 participants & 3 VIP parking spots
We hope you will join us the day of the event to witness the joy and friendship your gift helps make possible–or create a Step Up team of your own to share in the fun!
