Join us on April 25th, 2026, at Benton Franklin County Fairgrounds as we plan something even larger!

We are excited to announce a local endeavor aimed at serving individuals and families impacted by autism in the greater Tri-Cities, WA area. The number of individuals diagnosed with autism has tremendously increased to 1 in 36 children in the United States, and there is a lack of resources and services available. Impacted individuals are often left being placed on waiting lists for the much-needed therapies on average from six months to a year. Local families are often isolated as they navigate a complex system of diagnostics, treatments, therapies, and educational tools. This event is being planned to help address those needs and we need your help to bring awareness and education to the community.

We held our first event in April 2024 which brought in over 2,000 spectators, then 2025 brought in over 3,000! We are now planning for the next event with an anticipatory attendance of at least 3,500 people!

April 25th, 2026:

Experience fun activities specially tailored to individuals with sensory needs
Obtain information and understanding of local resources and therapies available
Reduce the isolation by encountering the different support systems
Increase autism awareness and education
Connect with community vendors and service providers
Join together in the 1/4 mile ceremonial walk with an option to create a team!
New this year, experience a "transition fair" as part of the journey, for all ages and all transitions, with a focus on Transition to Adulthood!

This is the only event of this kind specific to the Autistic community in the Tri-Cities region. To make this event successful, we need help from community partners who share our vision and want to help local community members along this journey. We would love to have you participate by adding a monetary gift for this event.

Follow us on Facebook for more details and event page: Our Autism Journey - Better Together
Instagram page: @ourautismjourneytc
Main website: www.ourautismjourneytc.com
Email: bettertogetherjourney@gmail.com

Our Autism Journey - Better Together Event and Ceremonial Walk 2026

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