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!

Key Information:

📅 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/

Thank you to:

This event has been made possible through the support of the Department of Social Services Information Linkages and Capacity Building Program.

Registration is essential to attend this event. Please ensure you register every family member attending.

Why we ask for demographic information
We collect this information to help us understand who attends our events and to report to our funders. It is shared de-identified, meaning your personal details are not included. This helps us improve our programs and secure funding to keep them running.

Are you a Member?

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 in NSW. 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!