DSSW Parade of Stars 2025

  • Date Sat 4th October 2025
  • Time 9:00AM CDT
  • Location Wichita, Kansas
  • Price Free - $43.40
  • Races 4 races
  • Distances 5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Join us on Saturday, October 4, 2025, in Wichita, Sedgwick, for the 22nd Annual Parade of Stars, a vibrant celebration of Down Syndrome Awareness Day! This exciting event honors 22 years of advocacy, awareness, and community support for individuals with Down syndrome. Kicking off with a spirited morning 5K, participants can also join in on the signature 1-mile Walk of Fame Parade.

The festivities don’t stop there! Enjoy live performances, a special entertainment hour from 10 AM to 11 AM, carnival games, and appearances from local heroes. This year's Parade of Stars promises to be bigger and better than ever, bringing families and friends together to raise awareness and support for impactful programs like job skills development and educational resources for parents and caregivers. Your participation not only celebrates the community but also strengthens vital services that uplift lives across Kansas. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to make a difference while having fun!

Organiser's Description

CELEBRATE 22 YEARS OF ADVOCACY, AWARENESS & COMMUNITY!
Join us for the 22nd Annual Parade of Stars: Down Syndrome Awareness Day of Giving

Were thrilled to continue a beloved tradition! For 22 years, the Parade of Stars has united our community in celebration, awareness, and support of individuals with Down syndrome. This years event is bigger and better than everstarting with a morning 5K, followed by our signature 1-mile Walk of Fame Parade. From live performances and an entertainment hour (10am11am) to carnival games and special appearances from service men and women, there's something for everyone to enjoy!

Why It Matters:
Thanks to your generosity over the years, the Down Syndrome Society of Wichita has made incredible strides. Your support has helped us launch impactful programs such as:

Job Skills Development Program
Continued Learning Series for Parents and Caregivers
Initial Renovations of Our New Program Center
Your continued involvement allows us to grow these offeringsand so much more.

About DSSW:
The Down Syndrome Society of Wichita (DSSW) is a nonprofit dedicated to serving individuals with Down syndrome and their families, educators, medical providers, and allies. While were based in Wichita, our reach spans across the lower third of Kansasincluding Hutchinson, Garden City, Dodge City, and Liberal.

Our mission is lived out through programs like:

Summer of Discovery Learning & Exploration
Explore ICT: Adult Life Skills Training
Artist Workshops & Creative Outlets
New Parent Outreach & Resources
Lazos de Amor: Spanish-speaking Family Group
Connection Groups & Learning Series
Your Role is Vital:
The Parade of Stars isnt just a celebrationits our largest awareness and advocacy fundraiser. Your support helps keep our programs strong and expanding. It ensures:

Parents and caregivers have access to trusted educational resources
Adults with Down syndrome find purpose through creative and social programming
New families are welcomed with open arms and the tools they need
Siblings can learn and grow through inclusive summer experiences
Services expand into underserved areas of Kansas
Together, we can continue building a community that values every individual, uplifts every voice, and ensures access to life-changing support.

All funds stay local and directly support DSSWs mission.
All sales are final. No refunds.



DATES FOR PACKET PICK UP ARE:

September 25, 2025 - 10am-6pm
September 26, 2025 - 12pm-6pm
September 27, 2025 - 10am-2pm

Races

  • 5K Run

    Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt (Not Available After 09/04/2025)

    Sat 4th October 2025 (9:00AM CDT)

    $43.40

  • Participant - Onsite

    Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt (Not Available After 09/04/2025)

    Sat 4th October 2025 (10:00AM CDT)

    $22.20

  • Individual With Down Syndrome - ONSITE

    Incl. T-Shirt (Not Available After 09/04/2025)

    Sat 4th October 2025 (10:00AM CDT)

    Free

  • Child (0-3) - Free - NO T-Shirt Included - ONSITE

    Sat 4th October 2025 (10:00AM CDT)

    Free

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Location

Riverside Park (West side of Nims), 720 N. Nims, Wichita, 67203, KS, United States

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