Registration Ends September 1st
What is the Buddy Walk?
BUDS will be hosting our 23rd annual Rocket City Buddy Walk on September 27, 2025 at UAH – Charger Union – 301 Sparkman Drive Huntsville, AL 35899. The primary goal of our Buddy Walk is to promote acceptance and inclusion of people with Down syndrome. The funds raised at the walk will allow us to continue our efforts in supporting and educating families about Down syndrome. Our highly acclaimed Buddy Walk is open to the general public, but it really is like a family reunion for all of our special needs families.
Fun Activities at the Buddy Walk
The Buddy Walk is an exciting day of celebrating and advocating for our community with Down syndrome and we do that with lots of fun!
Indoor Activities Include:
- Bobby the Balloon Guy
- Huge Chance Auction
- Live Art Auction with artwork from the Down syndrome community with some surprise auction items
- Photo Booth/Backdrop
Outdoor Activities Include:
- The Symbolic Walk with medals for our special needs walkers and their siblings
- Foam Party
- Train
- Bounce Houses & Slides
- Bungee Trampoline
- Games
- Face Painting
- Music & Dancing with the DJ
- FREE Food – lunch, snow-cones, popcorn, cotton candy, ice cream & drink
- Fun characters and princesses roaming to meet you!
- Special Needs Expo
Also, if you would like to volunteer to help make our next Rocket City Buddy Walk a success, please email us and our Volunteer Committee Chairperson will contact you soon. Thank you so much!
