Autism "Rocks!" 2026

Join Autism Life Center for our 7th Annual Autism "Rocks!" event on Saturday, July 11 from 1:00–3:00 PM at the Ottawa Metro Park, Wyandot Shelter House in Lima!

This family-friendly community event is a fun and creative way to help spread autism awareness, acceptance, and understanding throughout our community. Whether you're an autistic individual, family member, friend, educator, professional, or community supporter, we'd love to have you join us!

Paint and decorate rocks
Take-home rock painting kits available
Water play area for kids
FREE Autism Safety Kits while supplies last
Fun activities from local organizations and community partners
Meet other families and community members

Each painted rock includes information on where others can learn more about autism. Once finished, participants can place their rocks around the community to help spread messages of inclusion, acceptance, and understanding.

Ottawa Metro Park, Wyandot Shelter House
2632 Ada Rd., Lima, OH

Saturday, July 11, 2026
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

$5 donation per family
No registration required
Open to families from any county and all members of the community

Come paint, play, connect, and help us show the community that Autism Rocks!