DSNOCC 15th Anniversary Buddy Walk®
- Date
- October 24, 2026
- Distance
- Individual with Down Syndrome (Free Registration) · Individual Walker Registration · Individual Walker Registration (No Shirt & No Swag) & more
From the Organizer
The Buddy Walk® was established in 1995 by the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) to promote acceptance and inclusion of people with Down syndrome. Since then, the Buddy Walk® has become the premier advocacy event for Down syndrome in the United States and the world’s most widely recognized public awareness program for the Down syndrome community.
Join the Down Syndrome Network of Onslow and Carteret Counties (DSNOCC) as we celebrate our 15th Anniversary Buddy Walk®!
This special milestone event brings together families, friends, educators, businesses, and community members to celebrate individuals with Down syndrome and promote a more inclusive world.
Whether you walk, donate, volunteer, or cheer from the sidelines, your participation helps support DSNOCC programs that empower individuals with Down syndrome and their families through:
• Advocacy and inclusive education
• Family support and connection
• Community awareness and outreach
• Resources for individuals across the lifespan
Our Buddy Walk® is not about speed — it's about belonging, acceptance, and community. Walk at your own pace, celebrate our amazing families, and help us continue building a more inclusive future.
🎉 Celebrate 15 years of inclusion with us!
Gather your friends, start a team, fundraise for a cause you believe in, and join us for a day filled with:
• Community celebration
• Music and entertainment
• Vendors and family activities
• Team fundraising
• A powerful walk for inclusion
Schools, businesses, churches, and community organizations are encouraged to create teams and walk with us!
If your group would like to participate or start a team, we would love to connect with you. Please reach out to us to learn how you can get involved.
Together, we are proving that inclusion isn’t just an idea — it’s a way of life.
💙💛
Down Syndrome Network of Onslow & Carteret Counties
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
73°
Typical Low
51°
Chance of Rain
30%
Based on US Climate Normals data from New River Mcaf, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Jacksonville, NC
Population
73,507
as of 2023
Elevation
18 ft
Nearest Airport
OAJ
Albert J Ellis Airport · 13 mi
Major Hub
RDU
Raleigh-Durham International Airport · 111 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
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Waiting For?
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Days to train
- Race
- DSNOCC 15th Anniversary Buddy Walk®
- Date
- October 24, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the DSNOCC 15th Anniversary Buddy Walk®?
- DSNOCC 15th Anniversary Buddy Walk® is a running race held in Jacksonville, North Carolina on October 24, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the DSNOCC 15th Anniversary Buddy Walk®?
- Saturday, October 24, 2026 in Jacksonville, North Carolina at 100 Recreation Ln, Jacksonville, NC. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the DSNOCC 15th Anniversary Buddy Walk®?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
DSNOCC 15th Anniversary Buddy Walk®
Oct 24, 2026