Join us for the 2025 Dallas Buddy Walk® benefiting the Down Syndrome Guild of Dallas. We can't wait to see you on Sunday, October 19, from 11 AM-3 PM (awareness walk at 2 pm) at Riders Field located at 7300 Rough Riders Trail, Frisco, TX 75034.
REGISTRATION:
Online registration is NOW OPEN!
Registration Options:
$25 – Ages 13 & up (includes commemorative t-shirt, while supplies last)
$15 – Children ages 0–12 (includes commemorative t-shirt, while supplies last)
$10 – Individual All Ages (Registration ONLY - NO SHIRT)
FREE – Individuals with Down syndrome (includes commemorative t-shirt, while supplies last)
🔹 Registration is REQUIRED for entry into Riders Field.
🔹 All registrations include access to event activities and the awareness walk.
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Event Timeline
9:00 AM – Tailgate Lot Opens
10:45 AM – Registration Opens
Located inside the Home Plate Gate at the corner of Diamond Drive and RoughRiders Trail
11:00 AM – 3:00 PM – Activities Open on the Concourse
1:30 PM – Stage Ceremony
2:00 PM – Awareness Walk
3:00 PM – Event Closes
ABOUT THE BUDDY WALK®:
The national Buddy Walk® program was established in 1995 by the National Down Syndrome Society to celebrate Down syndrome awareness. Today, the Buddy Walk® is hosted by local Down syndrome associations in more than 250 cities across the world. These worldwide celebrations collectively raise over $14 million for local Down syndrome programs, outreach, and support. The Dallas Buddy Walk® is the signature fundraising and awareness event for the Down Syndrome Guild of Dallas bringing together more than 5,000 individuals with Down syndrome, their family members, and community supporters annually.
The event features family-friendly activities like inflatables, music, games, face painting, sponsor booths, and more for kids and adults alike. The event also includes an awareness walk that celebrates the abilities and accomplishments of all individuals with Down syndrome. Participants are encouraged to form teams consisting of family members, friends, and other community supporters leading up the Buddy Walk®. Registration and additional donations assist in raising funds that support vital programs for people with Down syndrome and their families across North Texas.
Proceeds from the Dallas Buddy Walk® benefit the Down Syndrome Guild of Dallas in helping provide information, resources, and support to more than 2,700 people with Down syndrome and their families across North Texas. A small percentage is also donated to the National Down Syndrome Society to support national advocacy, resources, and programs that benefit our local community.
BUDDY WALK RAFFLE ITEM
Step up to the plate for an unforgettable keepsake! This raffle package includes an autographed baseball by Jake Burger, First Baseman for the Texas Rangers and the only active MLB player with a child who has Down syndrome. Also included is a custom TX Rangers – Down syndrome cap with “Twenty One” from the Burger Family Foundation, created by Jake and his wife, Ashlyn.
This one-of-a-kind package is a true grand slam for any baseball fan and advocate for inclusion!
All proceeds benefit the Down Syndrome Guild of Dallas. Contributions are not tax deductible. Must be 18 years old or older to enter. Drawing tickets are $10 each or 6 for $50. Drawing will occur on October 19 during the Down Syndrome Guild of Dallas Buddy Walk stage announcements. Prizes are not convertible to cash or credit. No refunds. Please visit www.downsyndromedallas.org for additional details.
SOME RESTRICTIONS MAY APPLY. NEED NOT BE PRESENT TO WIN.
Purchases of drawing tickets do not count toward your Buddy Walk team donations.
Click here to purchase your drawing tickets: https://charity.pledgeit.org/c/KZcRn0BkWy/pages/Raffle
THANK YOU TO OUR 2025 EVENT SPONSORS:
