Every Note Belongs is a sensory-friendly classical music concert hosted by the Down Syndrome Guild of Dallas. Conducted by Shira Samuels-Shragg, this intimate performance will feature selections from Peter and the Wolf, performed by musicians from the Dallas Symphony Orchestra.

The Down Syndrome Guild invites you to join us for the annual DSG Family Picnic. Families will enjoy a fun-filled day at the The Southern Cross Ranch. The event includes lunch, petting zoo, fishing ponds, playground, balloon artists, face painting, bounce house, rock climbing wall, pedal boats, sports fields, games, dj, swimming pool, and more.

Join us for a tee-rific Supper Club as we head out to Top Golf Dallas for a night of fun and friendly competition! This special event is for self-advocates with Down syndrome, ages 18 and older.

In this session, Drs. Emily Bufkin and Kylie Cullinan will debunk common myths about adult healthcare and help families better understand what to expect during the transition from pediatric to adult care.

Nuestro club de correr está especialmente diseñado para personas con síndrome de Down y sus familias. Correremos o caminaremos juntos, a un ritmo cómodo para todos, disfrutando de la actividad y la compañía.

Join us for our Moms Night Out as we gather for a restorative Sound Bath experience designed to help you relax, reset, and recharge. During this immersive session, you’ll be guided into deep rest through calming sound vibrations that support stress relief and nervous system restoration.

Join us for the 7th Annual DMG Crawfish Boil & Picnic, held in honor of Exzayvian “X-Man” Lujan. All proceeds benefit the Down Syndrome Guild of Dallas.

In honor of the 2026 Dallas Buddy Walk® this October, DSG families and supporters are invited to join us for a night at the ballpark. Families can get a sneak peek of our Buddy Walk® venue while watching the Frisco Rough Riders take on the Tulsa Drillers. Representatives from the Down Syndrome Guild will be throwing out the ceremonial first pitch, and kids are invited to run the bases after the game.

Join us for an exciting April Supper Club as we head out to cheer on the Frisco RoughRiders as they take on the Tulsa Drillers! This special event is for self-advocates with Down syndrome, ages 18 and older.

Parents of children with Down syndrome ages 0-2 are encouraged to join us to connect with other families and learn about resources in our community.  This informal session will give parents the opportunity to ask questions and seek advice from DSG alumni parents who have graduated beyond the baby/toddler years.  This roundtable format offers plenty of time for Q&A and discussion with families in a small group setting who understand and share your greatest challenges, fears, and joys. Lunch will be provided.

Join Us for a Park Playdate!

Bring the family and connect with other DSG families on Saturday, April 11, from 2 PM – 4 PM at a park near you! DSG families have volunteered to host playdates in various communities—find one closest to you and enjoy a fun afternoon outdoors.

Families and friends are invited to join us at STIX Icehouse in McKinney as we celebrate World Down Syndrome Day with a fun, family-friendly taco night!

Space is limited, so tickets must be purchased in advance. To ensure we stay within venue capacity, every person attending must have a ticket, regardless of whether they plan to eat.

2026 World Down Syndrome Day Classroom Kits are coming soon! WDSD Classroom kits are FREE kits for educators in the DFW area with a student with Down syndrome in their classroom or school to help them celebrate and raise awareness about Down syndrome. Thanks to a generous donor, shipping has been covered this year.

¡Únete a Grupo de Familias Unidas para celebrar el Día Mundial del Síndrome de Down! Viste de azul y amarillo y no olvides tus calcetines coloridos. Rentamos un pabellón para nuestro uso exclusivo.

Join us each week for an engaging music therapy series designed especially for children with Down syndrome ages 0–3! Each interactive session is led by board-certified music therapists from Sound Starts Music Therapy, who guide little ones through songs, movement, instrument play, and sensory experiences that promote communication, motor development, social engagement, and early learning.

Buddy Up Fitness™ is an ongoing fitness opportunity designed specifically for individuals with Down syndrome. Warrior Class are open to ages 5-11 and Champion Class are for ages 12 and older. Buddy volunteers are also available to help each individual reach their fullest potential.

One-day conference with specialized tracks focusing on topics related to early childhood, school age, and transition through adulthood. The conference also features sessions for self-advocates with Down syndrome ages 18 and older and sessions in Spanish.

Conferencia de un día con sesiones especializadas centradas en temas relacionados con la primera infancia, la edad escolar y la transición a la edad adulta. La conferencia también incluye sesiones para personas con síndrome de Down mayores de 18 años que defienden sus propios derechos, así como sesiones en español.

Join us each week for an engaging music therapy series designed especially for children with Down syndrome ages 0–3! Each interactive session is led by board-certified music therapists from Sound Starts Music Therapy, who guide little ones through songs, movement, instrument play, and sensory experiences that promote communication, motor development, social engagement, and early learning.

Buddy Up Fitness™ is an ongoing fitness opportunity designed specifically for individuals with Down syndrome. Warrior Class are open to ages 5-11 and Champion Class are for ages 12 and older. Buddy volunteers are also available to help each individual reach their fullest potential.

Cistercian Preparatory School invites DSG teens and young adults ages 14-22 to the Lejeune Luau. The dance will involve fun decorations, music, light snacks, games, and peer buddies from Cistercian and its sister schools.

Buddy Up Pickleball™ is a 60-minute pickleball program specifically created for individuals with Down syndrome ages 12 and older. Buddy volunteers are partnered with Athletes to provide support, reinforce instruction, and develop friendships. No pickleball experience required.

Join us each week for an engaging music therapy series designed especially for children with Down syndrome ages 0–3! Each interactive session is led by board-certified music therapists from Sound Starts Music Therapy, who guide little ones through songs, movement, instrument play, and sensory experiences that promote communication, motor development, social engagement, and early learning.

Buddy Up Fitness™ is an ongoing fitness opportunity designed specifically for individuals with Down syndrome. Warrior Class are open to ages 5-11 and Champion Class are for ages 12 and older. Buddy volunteers are also available to help each individual reach their fullest potential.

Buddy Up Pickleball™ is a 60-minute pickleball program specifically created for individuals with Down syndrome ages 12 and older. Buddy volunteers are partnered with Athletes to provide support, reinforce instruction, and develop friendships. No pickleball experience required.

¡Feliz Día de San Valentín! Este es el mes para compartir amor. La Asociación de Síndrome de Down invita a usted y a su familia a disfrutar de una tarde llena de amor con nosotros. Serviremos aperitivos y postres. ¡Habrá juegos y premios para disfrutar!

Join us for a whiskey tasting experience at Lockwood as we explore how Texas whiskey is made—from the farm all the way to your glass. You’ll hear the story of Lockwood’s beginnings and be walked through the process of making Texas Whiskey and participate in a guided tasting! 

Join us each week for an engaging music therapy series designed especially for children with Down syndrome ages 0–3! Each interactive session is led by board-certified music therapists from Sound Starts Music Therapy, who guide little ones through songs, movement, instrument play, and sensory experiences that promote communication, motor development, social engagement, and early learning.

Buddy Up Fitness™ is an ongoing fitness opportunity designed specifically for individuals with Down syndrome. Warrior Class are open to ages 5-11 and Champion Class are for ages 12 and older. Buddy volunteers are also available to help each individual reach their fullest potential.