Richmond - Family-Friendly Nature Walk
2025-05-04 15:00 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | Deep Run Park, 9900 Ridgefield Pkwy, Henrico, VA, 23233, United States
Join VDSA for a family-friendly nature walk!
Sunday, May 4th at Deep Run Park
3:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Will end with snacks and drinks / All ages and siblings welcome!
No charge
https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/84006-richmond-nature-hikes-april-6

Led by Beyond Boundaries

Children's Museum Free Sensory Friendly Night
2025-05-16 17:00 - 19:00 | Children’s Museum Chesterfield, 6629 Lake Harbour Dr, Midlothian, VA, 23112
Children’s Museum Free Sensory-Friendly Night
All ages are welcome at the Children’s Museum’s Free Sensory Friendly Night.

A cool down room will be available and sensory supports provided.
Sibling welcome!
Register Here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/83777-children-s-museum-free-sensory-friendly-night

Summer Pontoon Boat Ride
2025-05-29 16:00 - 19:00, 2025-07-29 16:00 - 19:00 | Osbourne Landing, 9680 Osborne Tpke, Richmond, VA, 23231
Summer Pontoon Boat Ride
Join VDSA and Beyond Boundaries for Summer Pontoon Boat Rides!
Join us for a relaxing 1 hour 30 minutes cruise down the beautiful James River! We will begin our pontoon adventure from the dock at Osborne Landing and cruise downriver, enjoying wildlife.
Cost: $10.00 per Family
All ages welcome
Families are welcome but space is very limited
Parents must accompany any children under the age of 16 (Life vests are required)
Please ensure your child is comfortable with an almost 1.5 hour sitting boat ride.
Register Here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/87059-summer-pontoon-boat-ride

Goodbye School, Hello Summer, Dance Party!
2025-05-31 17:00 - 20:00 | Christ Church Episcopal, 5000 Pouncey Tract Rd, Glen Allen, Virginia, 23059
Join VDSA as we say Goodbye to School and Hello to Summer with a Dance Party for Everyone!! It’s going to be a fun-filled evening packed with non-stop dancing, delicious potluck treats, and amazing company! The perfect way to celebrate the start of summer.
Date: Saturday, Mat 31st from 5-8 PM
Location: Christ Church Episcopal – 5000 Pouncey Tract Rd. Glen Allen, VA 23059
Please register 1 family per ticket
Register Here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/87292-goodbye-school-hello-summer-dance-party
Sign-up to bring a dish here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080D4DA8AC22A3F49-49768928-summer#/

Tri-City - Taylor Park Farm
2025-06-19 14:00 - 17:00 | Taylor Park Farm, 200 Whiteside Rd Sandston, Sandstone, VA, 23150
Family Fun at Taylor Farm Park
Join VDSA Tri-cities for outdoor fun at Taylor Farm Park. A one-of-a-kind park, features include a Nature Play Area, Water Play, Event Lawn, and Memorial Area.
Register Here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/88135-tri-city-taylor-park-farm

Splash Pad Rockwater Park
2025-06-21 10:00 - 12:00 | Rockwater Park, 421 Madison Rd, Culpeper, VA, 22701
Fredericksburg Area Family Get Together
Join us at the Rockwater Splash Pad for a fun-filled afternoon of family bonding! Who’s coming to get wet ‘n’ wild?
Bring towels and get ready to get wet!
Register Here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/88284-splash-pad-roskwater-park

Richmond Respite Event
2025-06-21 16:00 - 19:00 | VDSA, 1504 Santa Rosa Road, Suite 124, Richmond, VA, 23229
Self-Care Time for Caregivers!
We all love our kids, and we all need some adult time too. Enjoy some time away while VDSA keep your children ages 5 to 16 safe and occupied! This event is open to families of individuals with Down syndrome and their siblings. For our Parent Night, we are accepting participants ages 5 to 12. Email Kim to join the waitlist for this event if registration is closed: kwoodbury@virginiadsa.org.

The VDSA Parents Night Respite Event will take place on Saturday, March 22nd from 4 pm- 7 pm at the VDSA’s office (1504 Santa Rosa Rd. Henrico, VA 23294).
Register Here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/87830-richmond-respite-event

Fredericksburg Art in the Park
2025-06-27 10:00 - 11:30 | Duff McDuff Green Memorial Park, 75 James Ashby Pkwy, Fredericksburg, VA, 22405
Get ready for a fun-filled morning at Art in the Park! Join us at McDuff Park on Friday, June 27th, from 10:00 am to 11:30 am, where creativity meets playtime! We’ve got art projects for kids of all ages (0-12) and siblings are welcome too! Mark your calendars for a fun morning of art, play, and adventure!
Register Here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/88296-fredericksburg-art-in-the-park

Tri-Cities Pocahontas Aquatic Recreation Center
2025-07-12 11:00 - 14:00 | Tri-Cities Pocahontas Aquatic Recreation Center, 10301 State Park Rd, Chesterfield, 23832
Tri-cities Pocahontas Aquatic Recreation Center
Family Fun at Taylor Farm Park

Join VDSA Tri-cities for outdoor fun at Pocahontas Aquatic Recreation Center. A water park including splash pad, water slides, shallow pool and concession stand.
Register Here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/88692-tri-cities-pocahontas-aquatic-recreation-center

Tri-cities Cinema Cafe Summer Series
2025-07-16 10:15 - 12:30 | Cinema Cafe, 12010 Bermuda Crossroad Lane, Chester, va, 23831
Cinema Cafe Summer Series
Cinema Cafe Summer Series

Join VDSA for a movie at Cinema Cafe located at 12010 Bermuda Crossroad Lane in Chester on July 16th from 10:30 am to 12:30pm! Bring $$ for food if desired.
We hope to see you there!
Have questions? Contact mfreds@virginiadsa.org
Register Here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/88694-tri-cities-cinema-cafe-summer-series

Richmond - Fishing led by Beyond Boundaries
2025-07-20 10:00 - 11:30 | Three Lakes Park, 400 Sausiluta Dr, Richmond, VA, 23227
Summer Fishing!

All ages welcome to come out for fishing!
Feel free to bring a camp chair as well.
Location: Three Lakes Park @ 400 Sausiluta Dr, Richmond, VA 23227

Register Here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/88586-richmond-fishing-led-by-beyond-boundaries

Flying Squirrels Baseball Game
2025-07-20 17:05 - 20:00 | The Diamond in Richmond:, Arthur Ashe Ctr Arthur Ashe Ctr, Richmond, VA, 23230
You are cordially invited to join VDSA on Sunday, July 20, as we enjoy an evening of baseball courtesy of Synergy Technical, who have generously donated tickets.
To secure your tickets, please register each person needing tickets. Please limit to individuals with Down syndrome & their immediate family.
Tickets must be picked up at the VDSA office located at1504 Santa Rosa Rd #124, Richmond, VA 23229 no later than Thursday, July 17th at 5 pm.
Register Here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/89222-flying-squirrels-baseball-game

Richmond – Painting Class
2025-07-25 12:30 - 13:30, 2025-08-08 12:30 - 13:30 | Art Factory, , 4810 Market Square Ln, Midlothian, VA, 23112
Every other Friday During the Summer Months
12:30 to 1:30 pm
$15 per person
Open to All Friends with Disabilities
Dates: June 13 & 27 – July 11 & 25 – August 8 & 22
Art Factory, 4810 Market Square Ln, Midlothian
Register here:
https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/83873-richmond-painting-classes-at-the-art-factory-summer-2025

Williamsburg Annual Picnic and Pool Party
2025-08-01 17:00 - 19:00 | Chickahominy Riverfront Park, 1350 John Tyler Highway, Williamsburg, VA, 23185
Williamsburg Picnic and Pool Party
Join us Friday, August 1st from 5 pm to 7 pm for Fun in the Sun. We have the pavilion reserved and we can take turns swimming, splashing on the Splash Pad, or walking the Virginia Capital Trail. lease plan to bring a side dish to share:
Register Here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/89275-williamsburg-annual-picnic-and-pool-party

Art in the Park (ages 2-12) (RVA)
2025-08-23 10:00 - 12:00 | VA
Join us for Art in the Park! Art projects and playing are the best!

August 23 – Deep Run Park, Henrico, 9900 Ridgefield Pkwy, Richmond, VA 23233
September 6 – Crump Park, 3400 Mountain Rd, Glen Allen, VA 23060
September 20 – Huguenot Park, 10901 Robious Rd, Richmond, VA 23235

10:00 am to Noon
Baby to 12 years old
Siblings welcome
Register Here

Art in the Park (ages 2-12) (RVA)
2025-09-06 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-20 10:00 - 12:00 | Crump Park, 3400 Mountain Rd, Glen Allen, VA, 23060
Join us for Art in the Park! Art projects and playing are the best!

September 6 – Crump Park, 3400 Mountain Rd, Glen Allen, VA 23060
September 20 – Huguenot Park, 10901 Robious Rd, Richmond, VA 23235

10:00 am to Noon
Baby to 12 years old
Siblings welcome
Register Here

Mini Golf - Richmond
2025-09-14 10:00 - 11:30 | VA
Mini Golf
Adventurers For children ages 6-12 and siblings
Sunday, Sept. 14 at 10:00 am
Cost: $5.00
Patterson Golf Park, 12586 Patterson Ave (near 288 & Patterson Ave.)
Join for a fun round of miniature golf.
Register Here

Children's Museum Free Sensory Friendly Night
2025-09-19 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-10-17 17:00 - 19:00 | Children’s Museum Chesterfield, 6629 Lake Harbour Dr, Midlothian, VA, 23112
Children’s Museum Free Sensory-Friendly Night
All ages are welcome at the Children’s Museum’s Free Sensory Friendly Night.

A cool down room will be available and sensory supports provided.
Sibling welcome!
REGISTER HERE

Grow With Me New Parent Lunch
2025-09-20 12:00 - 14:30 | Bon Air United Methodist Church, 1645 Buford Rd, Richmond, VA, 23235
You are invited to VDSA’s annual New Parents’ Lunch
Grow with Me: A New Parent Lunch – Dedicated to New VDSA Parents and Caregivers Join us for a casual lunch designed just for you—a chance to connect with other new families, share your journey, and grow together in community.

✨ It’s time to celebrate YOU! ✨
Childcare will be provided, with access to both a nursery and a gym on site for the kids. Please email Misti Pollaro if you would like to use childcare and let us know about any allergies.
Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/90777-grow-with-me-new-parent-lunch
For questions or more information, please reach out:
Misti Pollaro, Family Care Director
mpollaro@virginiadsa.org – (804) 256-6451

Richmond Respite Event
2025-09-20 16:00 - 19:00 | VDSA, 1504 Santa Rosa Road, Suite 124, Richmond, VA, 23229
Self-Care Time for Caregivers!
We all love our kids, and we all need some adult time too. Enjoy some time away while VDSA keep your children ages 2 to 12 safe and occupied! This event is open to families of individuals with Down syndrome and their siblings. For our Parent Night, we are accepting participants ages 2 to 12. Email Kim to join the waitlist for this event if registration is closed: kwoodbury@virginiadsa.org.

The VDSA Parents Night Respite Event will take place on Saturday, September 20th from 4 pm- 7 pm at the VDSA’s office (1504 Santa Rosa Rd. Henrico, VA 23294).
REGISTER HERE

Playful Pathways (ages 3-7 years old)
2025-09-26 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-10-24 17:30 - 18:30 | VDSA, 1504 Santa Rosa Road, Suite 124, Richmond, VA, 23229
We are excited to partner with Playful Pathways to bring families three special classes that celebrate inclusion, connection, and learning through play!

Follow this link to learn more about our program and reserve your class today:
VDSA & Playful Pathways

If cost is a barrier please remember scholarships are available for VDSA members contact mpollaro@virginiadsa.org

VDSA - Charlottesville Family Meet-up
2025-10-04 08:00 - 10:00 | Get Air Trampoline Park, 1005 Gardens Blvd, Charlottesville, VA, 22901
Charlottesville Family Meet-Up

Join us for Sensory & Special Needs Time at Get Air Trampoline Park this October!
Let’s meet during Get Air’s dedicated Sensory and Special Needs Time, held on the first Saturday of each month. This special session offers a more comfortable environment and a reduced rate of just $15 for a child/adult and their companion to jump and play for 2 full hours.
The staff at Get Air are also open to exploring additional times in the future if there’s enough interest from our families—so your participation matters!
We hope to see you there for some fun and active play in a sensory-friendly setting!
👉 LINK: Family Meet-Up

River City Inclusive Gym - Fall 2025 - Ages 2 to 8
2025-10-18 15:00 - 15:45 | River City Inclusive Gym, 11248 Patterson Ave, Henrico, VA, 23238, United States
River City Inclusive Gym – Fall 2025 Ages 2 to 8
11248 Patterson Avenue
Richmond, VA 23238
October 18th and November 22nd
3:oo to 3:45pm
Ages 2 to 8
Cost: $10
Space is limited and Siblings welcome
Register Here: River City Inclusive Gym

River City Inclusive Gym - Henrico/Richmond - Ages 9 to adult
2025-10-18 16:00 - 16:45 | VA
River City Inclusive Gym – Fall 2025 Ages 8 to adult

River City Inclusive Gym: 11248 Patterson Ave Henrico, VA 23238

Monthly on Saturdays
October 18th & November 22nd
4:00-4:45 pm – Ages 9 and up
$10 per session
Space is limited and Siblings welcome
Register here:
https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/80659-river-city-inclusive-gym-winter-spring-2025-ages-9-to-adult

VDSA Family Halloween Bash
2025-10-24 18:00 - 21:00 | Christ Church Episcopal, 5000 Pouncey Tract Rd, Glen Allen, Virginia, 23059
VDSA Family Halloween Bash

Let’s BOO-gie and share a feast!
You’re invited to a Halloween Potluck Dance Party on Friday, October 24th, at 6:00 PM
Christ Church Episcopal – 5000 Pouncey Tract Rd, Glen Allen 23060
Come dressed in your most inventive disguises (optional) and bring a spooky dish to share for our feast. We’ll be dancing the night away to some hauntingly good tunes.”
Please register by October 22nd if you dare to join us!.

Register Here: Halloween Bash
Sign-up to bring a dish here: Spooky Dish
