Calendar of Events

Upcoming Events

ASGA events and fundraisers bring the Greater Akron Autism community together for education, networking, and fun. Events range from educational workshops to adapted community events to our largest annual fundraiser, Step Into Autism.

Events and fundraisers offer everyone in the Autism community, a safe, welcoming, non-judgmental place to learn, participate, and support ASGA. All money raised stays local to provide services to anyone impacted by Autism in Medina, Portage, Stark, Summit, and Wayne counties.

July 26
Exterior of a Dave & Buster's entertainment venue featuring the large circular Dave & Buster's logo mounted on the front of the building above the main entrance.

Dave & Busters
Belden Village Mall – Canton

Enjoy a fun, autism-friendly morning of arcade games, connection, and community at Dave & Buster’s in Canton, featuring sensory-friendly accommodations and discounted Power Cards through ASGA.
August 13
Adult caregivers holding a young child together and posing for a family portrait.

Autism in the Black Community

This is a community conversation focused on the experiences of Black families navigating autism. Join us to hear a personal story of advocacy and resilience, connect with local resources, engage in open dialogue, and build meaningful community connections in a welcoming and supportive environment.
August 23
Exterior of a Dave & Buster's entertainment venue featuring the large circular Dave & Buster's logo mounted on the front of the building above the main entrance.

Dave & Busters
Belden Village Mall – Canton

Enjoy a fun, autism-friendly morning of arcade games, connection, and community at Dave & Buster’s in Canton, featuring sensory-friendly accommodations and discounted Power Cards through ASGA.
Sept 26

5th Annual Stark County
Step Into Autism

NEW location:  Tam O’Shanter Park. This Fundraiser, Walk & Resource Fair is a day filled with fun, community, and connection. Grab your family, friends, neighbors, and co-workers, make a team and support ASGA programs and services.

Spring & Fall 2026
Water Safety Program - Young girl swimming underwater

Water Safety Program

The Autism Society of Greater Akron created a water safety program in partnership with the Kohl Family YMCA that launched in September of 2017. Participants are taught one on one by a qualified instructor with the focus being water safety along with adapted, appropriate swimming skills specific to the participant.

September 2025 – May 2026
Friendship Club - smiling children

Friendship Club

A social club for ages 7 to 12 offering a time for kids and parents to connect with peers. Meetings are in-person the 2nd and 4th Saturday of every month.

Must register to become a member of the club to receive additional meeting details.

September – May
Teen Social Club - Group of teens talking and laughing

Teen Social Club

A fun Social Club for Teens with ASD and other developmental disabilities age 13 to 17! Meets in-person the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month.

Must register to become a member of the club to receive additional meeting details.

September – May
Adult Social Club - Group of adults talking and laughing

Adult Social Club

A fun Social Club for Adults with ASD for ages 18 and over! Meets in-person the 2nd and 4th Wednesday each month.

Must register to become a member of the club to receive additional meeting details.

Support the Autism Community

Your contribution helps connect children and adults with Autism, as well as their families to the support they need when they need it.