Hope Network Bridge Walk for Autism

Join Hope Network and more than 1,000 community members on Thursday, April 23, 2026, as we walk for inclusion. For neurodiversity. 

For the belief that everyone—everywhere—deserves to belong.

Register by April 2, 2026 to guarantee your FREE t-shirt! T-shirts are no longer guaranteed with registrations after April 2, 2026! 

The Hope Network Blue Bridge Walk for Autism is more than just a walk—it’s a movement. It’s a call for inclusion, bringing together community members, businesses, and local leaders for a powerful, hope-filled evening in support of autism awareness.

Once again, in honor of Autism Acceptance Month, Hope Network and the Grand Rapids Public Museum are partnering up to offer a free Sensory-Friendly Night designed specifically for children with autism and their families.

This special event includes complimentary museum admission, where exhibits will be thoughtfully adjusted with softer lighting, reduced noise, and hands-on activities made for a low-sensory experience. Lace up your sneakers, wear your blue, and be part of something powerful. Together, we’re walking toward a more inclusive world.

Spots are limited for the Sensory Night following the Bridge Walk, so be sure to register early.

4:00 p.m. - T-shirt distribution begins - You must have registered before April 2, 2026, to be guaranteed a t-shirt

5:00 p.m. - Families walk the bridge

5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Sensory Night at the Grand Rapids Public Museum