2024 Autism Acceptance Month Events in Las Vegas

Welcome to our guide to Autism Acceptance Month events happening throughout the Las Vegas Valley!

As April approaches, communities worldwide come together to celebrate Autism Acceptance Month. It's a time to foster understanding, embrace diversity, and advocate for inclusion and acceptance of individuals on the autism spectrum.

Autism Acceptance Month goes beyond mere awareness; it's about recognizing the strengths, talents, and unique perspectives of individuals with autism. Rather than focusing solely on challenges, the emphasis is on celebrating neurodiversity and creating environments where everyone feels valued and respected.

In the Las Vegas Valley, a range of events are planned to honor Autism Acceptance Month. From family-friendly activities to fundraisers and educational workshops, there's something for everyone to participate in and support.

What you can expect: family events aimed at fostering connections and fun experiences, fundraisers supporting Grant a Gift Autism Foundation, and educational workshops and family support sessions to provide valuable resources and guidance.

 

Race for Hope 2024

April 13th at Town Square Las Vegas

Walk, run, or stroll in the 15th annual Race for Hope 5K! All funds raised will go towards the care, support, therapy, and social programming at the Ackerman Center.

Register at: tinyurl.com/raceforhope2024


Happening all month long

Mothership Coffee Roasters: Purchase the specialty drink for the month, and a portion of the proceeds will be donated to Grant a Gift! mothershipcoffee.com

Lucille's Smokehouse BBQ: Don’t skip dessert! At all Nevada locations, for every Strawberry Banana Pudding sold, Lucille’s will donate $1.00 to Grant a Gift! lucillesbbq.com

Findlay Toyota Service Center: We are partnering again this year with the Findlay Toyota Service Center! All customers can purchase a point of sale puzzle piece to donate to Grant a Gift! findlaytoyota.com


April 3rd

Partner Up: Developing an IEP Support System

Grant a Gift | English 11AM – 12PM (and Spanish 1PM – 2PM)

grantagift.com/events

F.E.A.T.: Adult Autism Support Meeting (Virtual)

Zoom Meeting | 6PM

featsonv.org/event-602


April 5th

UNLV Mental Health Initiatives: Unifying Through Innovation & Collaboration

UNLV Campus - Greenspun Hall | 8AM - 11:30AM

unlv.edu/event


April 6th

Touch a Truck

Downtown Summerlin | 9AM – 2PM (9 – 10AM horn free)

touchatruck.com

CCSD Students in Transition Accessing Resources (STAR) Fair

Valley High School Cafeteria (Eastern Ave. entrance) | 9AM - 2PM

tssd.ccsd.net/transition-services/

F.E.A.T. - A Games Event Day

FEAT / Sport Social | 9AM - 3PM

featsonv.org


April 20th

Kendra Scott Fundraiser

Downtown Summerlin In-Store | 4PM - 6PM

www.kendrascott.com Online use code: GIVEBACK-GGHRE (All day 4/20 - 4/21)

20% of all sales will go to Grant a Gift!

Spring to Hope Arts and Wellness Fair

Collaboration Center Campus | 8:30AM - 11:00AM

collablv.org

Keeping Children Safe and Families Together Event w/ Children's Cabinet

East Las Vegas Library | 10AM - 2PM

childrenscabinet.org


April 25th

Henderson Police Department Autism Acceptance Month

Water Street Plaza | 6PM - 8PM

cityofhenderson.com


April 27th

Mental Health is a Family Matter Health Fair

Pearson Community Center | 10AM - 2PM

akatto.com/mental-health-fair/

Bahaha Beats Benefit Showcase

The Sand Dollar Lounge

instagram.com/bahaha_beats/

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