Autism Acceptance DAy
Sunday, August 24, 2025 | 11 am — 4 pm
Enjoy over 50 farm activities, stroll through vibrant flower fields (everyone gets to take home a bloom), experience an adaptive fitness class with St. Christopher Fitness and take a moment to relax under the quiet sensory area provided by the Autism Society. This event is open to the public, not just those in the Autism community. A portion of proceeds to benefit the Autism Society Greater Hudson Region & Andrew Paolano Social Club.
Capital Region Autism Event
Grow lasting memories at Autism Acceptance Day! Spend the afternoon with families and friends who celebrate the uniqueness of the Autism community. This is more than just an event; it’s a chance to expand connections in a supportive and welcoming space. This event is open to the public, not just those in the Autism community. A portion of all admission tickets will benefit the Autism Society Greater Hudson Region & Andrew Paolano Social Club. We welcome you to join us for a day of Autism Acceptance!
What’s included?
🐮 50+ Farm Fun Activities
🌸 Flower Fields (everyone gets a bloom!)
🌊 Quiet Sensory Tent hosted by the Autism Society
🍔 Barnyard Grill & Sweet Shop (festival foods for purchase)
💪 Adaptive Fitness Class by St. Christopher Fitness
🎶 Live Music from Harmonic Duo
📸 Photo Ops
Autism Acceptance day collaborators
The Autism Society Greater Hudson Region is dedicated to empowering individuals with autism and their families by providing the resources they need to thrive. Through advocacy, education, and compassionate support, they create connections that foster inclusion and opportunity. Serving 21 counties, their mission is to build a community where everyone on the autism spectrum can participate fully and live meaningful lives.
Andrew’s 518 Social Group is an initiative born from one man’s mission to foster belonging and joy for individuals with autism. Founded by Andrew, who faced bullying and isolation in his youth, the club creates a community for those in the 518 with special needs through fun activities like mini-golf, dances, apple picking, and more. With groups for both teens and adults, Andrew’s Social Club offers a safe space to build friendships and create lasting memories.
Jomilson and Theresa founded St. Christopher Fitness (SCF) in 2021 with their inspiration stemming from a family member who was diagnosed with ASD.
Their passion, dedication, and commitment are to provide private training for individuals with mental, physical, and cognitive challenges.
They have developed various workout regimes utilizing their adaptive special needs personal training certification to accommodate all skill levels.
The Harmonic Duo Paul Stockwicz & Herman Stanley-The Duo that sounds like a band! Playing all your favorite tunes - country, pop, rock & more.
A short drive off of Highway I-87, take a few twists and turns up through Stillwater, cross a bridge and you might just stumble across 100 acres set alongside the Hoosic River. Liberty Ridge Farm has been a working farm since the 1700s, but in 2000, owners Robert and Cynthia Gifford had a vision for a new crop: memories.
The Farm has progressed through two generations of Giffords as corn farmers and continues to add crops, new activities and remain a destination for Capital Region families to visit each fall.
All Day Fun!
Experience “agritainment” - the perfect blend of agriculture and entertainment.
