CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – The 2025 Chattanooga Buddy Walk brought thousands of families, advocates, and supporters to First Horizon Pavilion this weekend, celebrating individuals with Down syndrome and the power of community.
The event featured music, food vendors, games, face painting, and the popular “Buddy Strut,” where individuals with Down syndrome are highlighted and cheered on by friends and family.
Jenna Hazelet, who is the Board President of Down Syndrome Community of Greater Chattanooga, said the turnout shows how committed the community is to inclusion and support for families across the region…