Hope Network Bridge Walk for Autism
- Date Thu 23rd April 2026
- Time 5:00PM EDT
- Location Grand Rapids, Michigan
- Price Free
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Join the vibrant community of Grand Rapids, Kent, on Thursday, April 23, 2026, for the Hope Network Bridge Walk for Autism, a heartwarming event dedicated to promoting inclusion and neurodiversity. This inspiring walk will gather over 1,000 participants who share a common goal: to advocate for the belief that everyone, everywhere deserves to belong. The event promises not just a chance to walk but to be part of a transformative movement that champions autism awareness and acceptance.
As part of Autism Acceptance Month, the celebration will feature a special Sensory-Friendly Night at the Grand Rapids Public Museum, tailored specifically for children with autism and their families. Attendees can enjoy free admission to the museum, with exhibits designed to create a low-sensory experience that is accessible and enjoyable. Don’t forget to register by April 2, 2026, to secure your free T-shirt and be ready to lace up your sneakers and wear blue as we walk together towards a more inclusive world. Spots for the Sensory Night are limited, so be sure to register early and be part of this uplifting experience!
As part of Autism Acceptance Month, the celebration will feature a special Sensory-Friendly Night at the Grand Rapids Public Museum, tailored specifically for children with autism and their families. Attendees can enjoy free admission to the museum, with exhibits designed to create a low-sensory experience that is accessible and enjoyable. Don’t forget to register by April 2, 2026, to secure your free T-shirt and be ready to lace up your sneakers and wear blue as we walk together towards a more inclusive world. Spots for the Sensory Night are limited, so be sure to register early and be part of this uplifting experience!
Organiser's Description
Join Hope Network and more than 1,000 community members on THURSDAY, APRIL 23, 2026, as we walk for inclusion. For neurodiversity.
For the belief that everyoneeverywheredeserves to belong.
REGISTER BY APRIL 2, 2026 TO GUARANTEE YOUR FREE T-SHIRT! T-shirts are no longer guaranteed with registrations after April 2, 2026!
The Hope Network Blue Bridge Walk for Autism is more than just a walkits a movement. Its a call for inclusion, bringing together community members, businesses, and local leaders for a powerful, hope-filled evening in support of autism awareness.
Once again, in honor of Autism Acceptance Month, Hope Network and the Grand Rapids Public Museum are partnering up to offer a free Sensory-Friendly Night designed specifically for children with autism and their families.
This special event includes complimentary museum admission, where exhibits will be thoughtfully adjusted with softer lighting, reduced noise, and hands-on activities made for a low-sensory experience. Lace up your sneakers, wear your blue, and be part of something powerful. Together, were walking toward a more inclusive world.
_Spots are limited for the Sensory Night following the Bridge Walk, so be sure to register early._
For the belief that everyoneeverywheredeserves to belong.
REGISTER BY APRIL 2, 2026 TO GUARANTEE YOUR FREE T-SHIRT! T-shirts are no longer guaranteed with registrations after April 2, 2026!
The Hope Network Blue Bridge Walk for Autism is more than just a walkits a movement. Its a call for inclusion, bringing together community members, businesses, and local leaders for a powerful, hope-filled evening in support of autism awareness.
Once again, in honor of Autism Acceptance Month, Hope Network and the Grand Rapids Public Museum are partnering up to offer a free Sensory-Friendly Night designed specifically for children with autism and their families.
This special event includes complimentary museum admission, where exhibits will be thoughtfully adjusted with softer lighting, reduced noise, and hands-on activities made for a low-sensory experience. Lace up your sneakers, wear your blue, and be part of something powerful. Together, were walking toward a more inclusive world.
_Spots are limited for the Sensory Night following the Bridge Walk, so be sure to register early._
Races
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Hope Network Bridge Walk for Autism
Incl. T-Shirt
Thu 23rd April 2026 (5:00PM EDT)
Free
OPENS 02 FEB
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The Blue Bridge and Grand Rapids Public Museum, Grand Rapids, 49503, MI, United States
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