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April 17, 2027 in California

Join us in beautiful Laguna Beach, California, for the annual Dear Mom Conference at the iconic Festival of Arts. Designed exclusively for moms raising a child with Down syndrome, this is more than a conference. It's a place to breathe, be encouraged, and find genuine connection with women who truly understand your journey. Throughout the day, you'll enjoy inspiring speakers from around the world, meaningful conversations, beautiful surroundings, thoughtfully curated meals, and plenty of time to build lasting friendships. We believe every mom deserves a space where she feels seen, refreshed, and reminded that she was never meant to walk this journey alone.

Laguna Beach Conference

    • Women-only event for special needs moms, caregivers, and the women who support them.

    • Adults only (21+).

    • Doors Open: 8:30 AM

    • Conference Begins: 9:30 AM (Please arrive by 9:15 AM for check-in.)

    • Conference Ends: 5:30 PM

    • Mingle Hour: 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM with appetizers and desserts.

    • Childcare is not available at this time.

  • Your conference ticket includes:

    • Morning and afternoon breakout sessions

    • A special Dear Mom gift

    • Catered breakfast bites

    • Lunch

    • Beverages throughout the day

    • Appetizers and desserts during Mingle Hour

    • Plenty of opportunities to connect and build community with other moms

    • Shop exclusive Dear Mom apparel.

    • Browse vendors from the special needs community and beyond.

    • Enter raffles for amazing prizes.

    • Visit the Dear Mom Art Exhibit, featuring artwork created by special needs artists, with pieces available for purchase.

    • Enjoy the Dear Mom × Alivia Fashion Show, featuring special artists on the runway.

  • Festival of Arts
    Laguna Beach, California

    • This is an outdoor venue. We recommend dressing in layers, as temperatures can cool throughout the afternoon and evening.

    • Metered parking is available across from the venue, with additional public parking lots nearby. We recommend downloading the Laguna Beach Parking app and registering your vehicle before you arrive.

    • The Festival of Arts is within walking distance of Laguna Beach's shops, restaurants, and cafés, making it easy to enjoy the area before or after the conference.

Tickets available in October