DODs July Event – Roundtable
2025-07-17 17:00 - 19:00 (Asia/Karachi) | Davanni’s, 5124 Gus Young Ln, Edina, MN, 55439, United States
Join fellow dads in a welcoming space where we share experiences, ask questions, and learn from one another. Each session features meaningful discussions on fatherhood, advocacy, and life with Down syndrome, creating a strong community of support and connection.

Little Sports Program - Gigi's Playhouse & DODs
2025-08-23 10:00, 2025-09-13 10:00 (America/Chicago) | Gigi’s Playhouse, 4740 Park Glen Rd, St. Louis Park, MN, 55416, United States
Dads of Down Syndrome (DODs) and GiGi’s Playhouse are teaming up to bring you a fun and engaging event designed for kids ages 2–10 and their families. DODs will lead multiple interactive stations to promote movement, friendship, and sportsmanship for all!

DODs August Event – Guest Speaker
2025-08-28 17:00 - 19:00 (Asia/Karachi) | Davanni’s, 5124 Gus Young Ln, Edina, MN, 55439, United States
Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to hear from Dads of Down Syndrome (DODs) public speakers—leaders, professionals, and executives who bring powerful stories, real-world experience, and inspiring insights to every stage. Get ready to be encouraged, challenged, and equipped to lead with heart and purpose!

Rooftop Fashion Show Fundraiser - DODs Fall Community Event
2025-09-19 17:00 - 20:00 (Asia/Karachi)
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DODs October Event – Roundtable
2025-10-23 17:00 - 19:00 (Asia/Karachi) | Davanni’s, 5124 Gus Young Ln, Edina, MN, 55439, United States

LMNOP + Little Sports @Gigi's Playhouse Twin Cities
2025-11-15 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Chicago) | Gigi’s Playhouse, 4740 Park Glen Rd, St. Louis Park, MN, 55416, United States
We’re continuing to team up with our friends at GiGi’s Playhouse to bring families a morning packed with growth, giggles, and game-time energy!
First up, LMNOP — a fun, interactive speech and language program designed to boost communication skills through music and play. Then, stick around for Little Sports, a high-energy session built around sports, athletics, and current seasonal games — perfect for ages 2–7.
This is a can’t-miss event where the dads show up big to cheer, play, and connect. Come ready to move, laugh, and make memories with your little ones!

DODs November Event – Guest Speaker
2025-11-20 17:00 - 19:00 (Asia/Karachi) | Davanni’s, 5124 Gus Young Ln, Edina, MN, 55439, United States

DODs December Event – Community Event
2025-12-13 16:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago)
Join us as Dads of Down Syndrome (DODs) partners with the Annual Kannonball Rally’s Holiday Lights Parade for a night of joy, community, and connection!
This special December event brings together families, friends, and local supporters to celebrate the season with dazzling lights, festive energy, and the powerful spirit of inclusion. We’ll ride alongside the Kannonball Rally crew, spreading holiday cheer and sharing the DODs mission to empower dads and inspire advocacy.
From the Event Page:
The Holiday Lights Parade is our favorite event of the year. This toy drive brings HUNDREDS of new, unwrapped gifts to our little friends at MHealth Fairview Amplantz Children’s Hospital. Plus, Kannonballers decorate their vehicles with various Christmas lights and holiday decor. We’ll have at least (40) cars in the parade. More details will be shared soon
Bring your warmest smiles, your holiday spirit, and help us light up the night for a cause that shines bright all year long!

DODs January Event – Roundtable
2026-01-29 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Davanni’s, 5124 Gus Young Ln, Edina, MN, 55439, United States
Join fellow dads for an open, honest, and encouraging conversation at our DODs Roundtable — the bread and butter of what we do. These gatherings are all about connection, support, and shared experience.
We’ll talk about all things dad — the joys, the challenges, and the everyday wins that come with raising a child with Down syndrome. No agenda, no pressure — just real talk, real community, and a space built just for dads.
Come as you are, leave encouraged.

Little Sports
2026-02-14 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-03-14 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-04-11 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-05-09 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Chicago) | Gigi’s Playhouse, 4740 Park Glen Rd, St. Louis Park, MN, 55416, United States
Little Sports is a high-energy, play-based experience designed for young children and their dads, centered around movement, confidence, and connection. It creates a fun, welcoming environment where kids can explore sports while dads build community alongside one another.

DODs Speaks with Attorney Joe Kukla
2026-02-26 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Davanni’s, 5124 Gus Young Ln, Edina, MN, 55439, United States
Attorney Joe Kukla (Partner at Thiel, Anderson, Kukla & Gunderson, PLLP), is a well-known leader in all things related to raising a child with special needs and how to navigate any legal concerns, preparations, and/or strategic moves. Joe will be ready for questions, recommendations, and maybe even an individual follow-up appointment. Please come prepared!

DODs Community Event
2026-03-21 | Mall of America, 60 E Broadway, Bloomington, MN, 55425, United States
Global Down Syndrome Awareness Day Celebration!
DODS Community Events bring families, partners, and supporters together to celebrate inclusion and connection in a fun, accessible setting. These events are designed to raise awareness, strengthen relationships, and build visible momentum for the Down syndrome community. Time TBD. Stay tuned!

DODs Roundtable
2026-04-23 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Davanni’s, 5124 Gus Young Ln, Edina, MN, 55439, United States
DODS Roundtable is our classic event, a dad-only gathering that creates space for honest conversation, shared stories, and mutual support. It is built to strengthen connection and remind dads they are not walking this journey alone.

DODs Speaks - Steel Toe Brewing
2026-05-14 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Steel Toe Brewing, 4848 W 35th St, St. Louis Park, 55416, United States
DODs is heading to Steel Toe to officially tap and try the DODs Days Hazy IPA for the first time—and all DODs are invited. Brewed in partnership with DODs and Steel Toe, this release is all about great beer, great dads, and big community impact. You will not want to miss this one!

DODs Days
2026-06-11 15:00 - 22:00 (America/Chicago) | The ROC, 3700 Monterey Dr, St. Louis, 55416, United States
DODs Days

Thursday, June 11, 2025 @ 3:00 pm – 10:00 pm
The ROC, Saint Louis Park, MN

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DODs Days
DODs Days is a large-scale, family-friendly celebration designed to bring the Down syndrome community together through music, activities, food, and shared experiences. The event creates meaningful connection, raises awareness, and fuels ongoing advocacy by reinvesting support back into the community.

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DateThursday
June 11, 2026
Time3 PM – 10 PM
LocationThe ROC, Saint Louis Park, MN
Who It’s ForDODs, friends, families, all are welcome

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What Is DODs Days?
DODs Days is an event where dads and family systems feel empowered and everyone leaves inspired. Whether you know a DOD or not- you are welcome here to learn, feel, and engage with this community.
No pressure, no expectations, not a gala, just a capstone event that may change your life, or perspective, forever. 😎

What to Expect

3 Live Bands
1 Magical DJ
Kids Rave
Food truck frenzy (all diets included)
Relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere
Inclusive activities for all ages and abilities
Local non-profit leaders coming together to amplify the community

DODs Days will be our biggest event yet!
See pictures from past events with amazing partners and sponsors!

Join us for DODs Days
Stop by for the whole event or just part of the day — you’re welcome here.
