We’re excited to invite the Down syndrome community to the LuMind IDSC Family Weekend 2025! It will take place from Friday, September 12 to Sunday, September 14. This all-ages, family-friendly celebration is an exclusive LuMind IDSC activity that takes place in waterpark locations across the United States and in Canada.

The largest event of its kind for individuals with Down syndrome and their families, the LuMind IDSC Family Weekend is always an unforgettable experience!

Family Weekend Rates at 19 Great Wolf Lodge Locations:

Friday night $198 per standard room
Saturday night $240 per standard room

Family Weekend Rates at Wilderness of the Smokies in Pigeon Forge, TN:

Friday night $179 per standard room
Saturday night $179 per standard room

Rates for 2025 include these exclusive package benefits:

• No Resort Fee at Great Wolf Lodge locations (a savings of $39.99 per room per night!) and a reduced resort fee at the Tennessee  location.
• Up to six (6) waterpark passes per room (Note: Deluxe Queen Suite in New England and Colorado Springs Great Wolf Lodge locations include five (5) waterpark passes, and Tennessee includes four (4) waterpark passes.)
• No minimum night stay guarantee. Family Weekend rates are available (on a space-available basis) for three (3) days before and two (2) days after the actual event dates at all Great Wolf Lodge locations.
• Complimentary parking for all overnight guests of Family Weekend at all locations.
• Access to our Family Weekend group cabana at all locations.
• Retail Discount of 10% at Buckhorn Exchange at Great Wolf Lodge locations.
• Free admission to Dance Party on Saturday Night at all locations.
• New for 2025: We are thrilled to announce the addition of  new Great Wolf Lodge location at Mashantucket, Connecticut, and the addition of Wilderness of the Smokies in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.