Local programs

Autism Society San Diego

Phone/email resource line for questions about local autism services and programs.

Schedule:

Check site for current hours

Who:

Parents, caregivers, and autistic individuals seeking local guidance.

Cost:

Free

Autism Society San Diego

Peer discussion groups including Coffee Talk in North County and Dadvocate happy hours.

Schedule:

Monthly; venues vary

Who:

Parents, caregivers, autistic adults, and community members.

Cost:

Free or low cost (varies by group)

Autism Society San Diego

DJ, pizza, and beverages at Dance Headquarters SD.

Schedule:

4th Sunday monthly · 2:00–4:00 PM (confirm calendar for holidays)

Who:

Autistic adults 18+; caregiver stays on-site if support is needed.

Cost:

$5 per participant; caregiver no charge

Autism Tree Project Foundation

In-person socials (gardening, dances, outings). Confirm dates on Autism Tree calendar.

Schedule:

Every other month · ages 13+

Who:

Autistic teens and young adults building social connections.

Cost:

Free; registration required

Autism Society San Diego

Indoor heated pool, pizza, and drinks. Lifeguards provided; RSVP appreciated.

Schedule:

2nd Saturday monthly · 2:00–4:00 PM

Who:

Autistic individuals of any age and their families.

Cost:

Free; $5 food donation requested

Autism Society San Diego

At capacity for Summer 2026 per official site.

Surf instruction program for the autism community.

Schedule:

Summer season

Who:

Check official program page for ages and requirements.

Cost:

See organizer

Autism Tree + San Diego Junior Lifeguards

Kayak, paddleboard, and beach activities at Mission Bay.

Schedule:

Annual event · next: June 20, 2026

Who:

Families; free with registration.

Cost:

Free

Autism Society San Diego

At capacity for Summer 2026 per official site.

Summer camp experience through Autism Society San Diego.

Schedule:

Summer season

Who:

Youth programs — see official page.

Cost:

See organizer

Autism Society San Diego

At capacity for Summer 2026 per official site.

Summer recreation program for autistic adults.

Schedule:

Summer season

Who:

Check official program page.

Cost:

See organizer

Autism Society San Diego

Registration opens August 3, 2026.

Weekend family camp experience.

Schedule:

Fall 2026: Sept 18–20 · registration opens Aug 3

Who:

Families; see registration requirements on official page.

Cost:

See organizer

Autism Society San Diego

Registration opens September 21, 2026.

Weekend camp with trained YMCA activity staff and ASD-focused programming.

Schedule:

Nov 6–8, 2026 · YMCA Camp Marston, Julian

Who:

Autistic adults 18+ with a support person.

Cost:

$200 weekend / $80 Saturday day pass (per official page)

Autism Society San Diego

Annual gala at Town & Country Resort.

Schedule:

Saturday, October 3, 2026 · 6:00–10:00 PM

Who:

Community supporters and families.

Cost:

Ticketed fundraiser