Up! For Fun

We warmly welcome you to join us for:  

Up! for Fun: Picnic & Games (formerly Step UP!) is an annual event held in the picturesque Royal Botanic Garden Sydney. This inclusive and heartwarming gathering unites individuals, families, and communities to raise awareness and support for people with Down syndrome, in celebration of Down Syndrome Awareness Month. 

Participants can enjoy delicious food and drinks, live performances, fun activities for kids, games, and special visits from beloved children's characters and celebrity friends. 

• Enjoy a picnic in the park with a variety of food and beverage options available for purchase or feel free to pack your own picnic hamper.  

• Games for all ages and abilities.  

• A visit from everyone's favourite mermaid  

• A visit from everyone's favourite super hero  

• Entertainment from Dance-ability 

• Performance by Matilda Maunder  

• Arts and crafts hosted by Bunnings 

• Drumming session   

• Face painting 

• And much more! 

📅 Sunday 19th October 2025

⏰ 11:00am – 2:00pm AEST 

📍 Location: Cresent Precinct, The Domain (corner of Art Gallery Road & St Marys Road) 

🚉 Train Station: The nearest train stations to the venue are: 

- St James station, approximately a 7-minute walk 

- Martin Place, approximately a 9-minute walk 

🚙 Parking: Wilson Parking – The Domain  

• Flat fee of $13 if you book online 

• Flat Fee $18 if you don’t pre book   

https://www.wilsonparking.com.au/parking-locations/new-south-wales/sydney-cbd/the-domain-car-park/

Membership is Essential to attend this event.  

Membership is FREE. Sign up here: Become a Member – Down Syndrome NSW. We have lots of member-only events throughout the year as well as discounts for our conferences, workshops and training and other great member benefits soon to be announced! 

Down Syndrome NSW is the peak body for Down syndrome. We work with pride to support people with Down syndrome to reach their full potential. Your support at our events makes our work possible. Where we can, we provide events for free or at cost recovery only. We greatly appreciate your support. 

We look forward to seeing you!