Coastal BUDS Celebrates World Down Syndrome Day

Event features live music, food, games, and more to support people with Down syndrome.

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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Coastal Bringing Up Down Syndrome (BUDS) is hosting a World Down Syndrome Day event on March 21, 2026 at Waterline Brewing in Wilmington, North Carolina. The event will feature live music, a food truck, lawn games, face painting, a reptile zoo, and kids' activities. Waterline Brewing will donate $1 from each pint sold to support BUDS' programs and services for people with Down syndrome.

Why it matters

World Down Syndrome Day is an annual event to raise awareness and support for individuals with Down syndrome. Coastal BUDS' event provides an opportunity for the community to come together, celebrate, and show their support for this important cause.

The details

The World Down Syndrome Day event organized by Coastal BUDS will take place on Saturday, March 21, 2026 from 1 to 6 PM at Waterline Brewing in Wilmington, North Carolina. The event will feature live music from Eric McGuinness, a food truck, lawn games, face painting, a reptile zoo, and various kids' activities. Waterline Brewing will also be donating $1 from each pint sold to support Coastal BUDS' programs and services for people with Down syndrome.

  • The World Down Syndrome Day event is set for Saturday, March 21, 2026 from 1 to 6 PM.

The players

Coastal Bringing Up Down Syndrome (BUDS)

A local organization that supports programs and services for people with Down syndrome.

Waterline Brewing

A brewery in Wilmington, North Carolina that is hosting the World Down Syndrome Day event and donating $1 per pint sold to Coastal BUDS.

Eric McGuinness

A musician who will be performing live music at the World Down Syndrome Day event.

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The takeaway

Coastal BUDS' World Down Syndrome Day event is an opportunity for the Wilmington community to come together, celebrate, and show their support for individuals with Down syndrome. The event's activities and Waterline Brewing's donation highlight the importance of raising awareness and providing resources for this cause.