Palm Coast Event Marks 20 Years of Down Syndrome Community Support

The Fun Coast Down Syndrome Association will host its 20th annual Buddy Walk Carnival on November 1st, 2025, bringing together families and community members for a celebration of inclusion.

The event will take place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Town Center in Palm Coast. Attendees can participate in carnival games, enter raffles, and enjoy food while connecting with others in the Down syndrome community.

The Fun Coast Down Syndrome Association works to create an environment where people with Down syndrome are valued members of society. The organization provides support, education, and resources to individuals with Down syndrome, their families, and the surrounding community.

The association serves residents across Flagler, East Volusia, St. Johns, and Putnam Counties in Florida. Through programs and events, the group aims to build connections and promote inclusion for its members.

A group of people wearing matching pink shirts and medals stand outdoors with arms raised in celebration Some hold trophies, and blue tents and trees are visible in the background
Three smiling people pose under a red tent labeled "COAST FIRE " Two wear firefighter helmets and navy uniforms, and the person in the middle wears a red Buddy Walk T shirt and baseball cap Outdoor setting with trees and blue sky
Four adults with Down syndrome smiling and standing together outside Two wear "Buddy Walk" t shirts and another wears an "Up With Down Ride" shirt They stand arm in arm, appearing happy and supportive
Two people wearing matching blue "Fun Coast Buddy Walk" shirts stand arm in arm outdoors, smiling One person waves while the other stands close, with trees and benches visible in the background
Colorful flyer for the th Fun Coast Buddy Walk on Nov , , at Central Park, Palm Coast, FL Highlights: scavenger hunt, carnival, prizes, games, food drive Includes event info, photos, and a QR code for registration
The organization is currently seeking new members and sponsors to support its work. Those interested in learning more about the association or upcoming events can visit www.funcoastdownsyndrome.com.

The Buddy Walk Carnival has become an annual tradition for families in the region, offering a space for celebration and community building centered around friendship and acceptance.

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