Sip, Support, and Win: Pop for the Playhouse is Here! 🥤✨
Are you a die-hard fan of a Dirty Soda? Do you want to help create life-changing opportunities for individuals with Down syndrome right here in our community? If so, we have the perfect event for you! This month, GiGi’s Playhouse Salt Lake City is thrilled to host our Pop for...
Building a World of Acceptance: Join Our Mission at GiGi’s Playhouse Salt Lake City (and Welcome Our Newest Team Member!)
Every individual with Down syndrome deserves a place where they can learn, grow, and thrive. They deserve a community that sees their limitless potential, celebrates their achievements, and provides them with the tools to succeed. That is exactly what we are building here at GiGi’s Playhouse Salt Lake City—and we...
Keeping the Momentum: Supporting Our Peers with Down Syndrome This Summer
As the final school bell rings and the excitement of summer break takes over, it’s easy to get lost in dreams of sleeping in, pool days, and zero homework. But for many students—particularly members of the Down syndrome community—the end of the school year brings a massive shift. The classroom...
Light Up the Night: Join Our Groove and Give Neon Dance Party!
Get ready to lace up your dancing shoes and glow for a cause! GiGi’s Playhouse Salt Lake City is thrilled to invite you to Groove and Give 2026: Neon Dance Party. This isn’t just a party; it’s a high-energy movement to help us secure a permanent, physical home for our...
Celebrating 3/21: Our Heart, Our Community, Our Salt Lake City
Happy World Down Syndrome Day! March 21st, the world turns its attention to the triplication of the 21st chromosome—but here at GiGi’s Playhouse Salt Lake City, we’re turning our attention to the faces, the voices, and the incredible achievements of our local community. To our families, our self-advocates, and our...
The Clock Strikes Stress? Navigating Daylight Savings with Your Loved One with Down Syndrome
Daylight Savings Time (DST) is upon us again—a ritual marked by the promise of longer, sunnier evenings, but often preceded by a week of groggy mornings, disrupted schedules, and a collective, "Wait, what time is it again?" For many, this one-hour shift is merely a minor inconvenience. But for our...
Love is an Action: Celebrating Generation G this Valentine’s Day
February in Salt Lake City usually brings a flurry of red hearts, boxes of chocolate, and snowy mountain views. But at GiGi’s Playhouse Salt Lake City, we believe that the greatest kind of love isn’t found in a card—it’s found in the way we treat one another every single day....
Imagine This: Saturday Mornings with Playhouse Pals (Coming Soon to SLC!)
As we wrap up January and look toward the future of GiGi’s Playhouse Salt Lake City, we aren’t just looking at blueprints and budget sheets—we’re looking at friendships. While our physical doors aren't open quite yet, our vision for what happens inside is clearer than ever. Today, let’s take a...
Beyond Resolutions: Why We’re Celebrating “Inchstones” This January
The middle of January is a noisy time. Our social media feeds are usually packed with "New Year, New You" challenges, radical transformations, and high-pressure resolutions. The world tells us that if we aren't making giant leaps, we aren't moving at all. But in the Down syndrome community, we know...
Navigating the New Year: A Smooth Transition for Our Loved Ones with Down Syndrome
The holiday season is a whirlwind of excitement, sparkling lights, festive music, and cherished gatherings. For many of us, it's a joyful, albeit busy, time. But as the tinsel comes down and the last of the holiday cookies are eaten, a new kind of challenge can emerge, especially for individuals...
Best Gifts for the Down Syndrome Community: More Than Just a Guide
Choosing a present for a loved one is always special, but finding the best gifts for people with Down syndrome can sometimes feel like a balancing act. You want to buy something age-appropriate that is also accessible, safe, and genuinely fun. Whether you are shopping for a toddler, a teen,...
A Night of Wonder: Celebrating the Success of Our First Curiosity Gala!
What an incredible night! We are still buzzing with excitement and gratitude following our inaugural Curiosity Gala, the first ever held by GiGi's Playhouse Salt Lake City, on October 11th. The energy, enthusiasm, and generosity in the room were truly palpable, making this debut event an overwhelming success! This Gala...