Saturday, October 24, 2026 | 2:00pm-6:00pm
Feauturing:
Saturday, October 24, 2026 | 7:00pm-10:00pm
Location:
The Smith Family Ranch, 1950 East Atlanta Rd. Stockbridge, Georgia
More than an event, a step toward a stronger autism community.
This fall, we're gathering at the Smith Family Ranch in Stockbridge, an authentic farm setting with plenty of room to connect, play, and simply enjoy being together.
In partnership with the Smith Family Ranch, we're creating a welcoming experience centered on what matters most—community and connection.
Find Me Here Autism Outreach is a growing community built around connection, support, and showing up for families in real ways.
Every event, partnership, and program is a step toward the bigger vision.
We started with the end in mind: more resources, stronger support, and more opportunities for autism families right here in our community.
Saturday, October 24, 2026 | 12:00–5:00 PM
The Smith Family Ranch | Stockbridge, Georgia
LITTLE EXPLORERS • Ages 3–7
Adventure Starts Here.
Everything is new. They're discovering their world, trying new things, learning what they love, and beginning to find their way.
Find your tribe:
Whether we're at the ranch, meeting up, learning something new, or just having fun—your crew goes with you.
TRAILBLAZERS • Ages 8–13
Making My Mark.
They're not just exploring anymore—they're discovering who they are. Building confidence, finding their strengths, and beginning to create a path of their own.
NEXT GEN • Ages 14+
My Way. My Future.
Their world is getting bigger. Friendships, independence, interests, goals, and what's next. This is their space to connect while becoming more of who they are.
Different ages. Different paths. Different stories.
Still, somehow—we found each other. 📍
CHOOSE YOUR EXPERIENCE
Saturday, October 24,2026 : 2:30–6:00 PM
GENERAL EXPERIENCE — $15
Per Participant
Want to enjoy the ranch, community, Autism Walk, vendors, and atmosphere without participating in the scheduled activity rotations? This one is for you: animal interaction, races, fall/lawn games, age-based engagement, sensory space, AUTISM VICTORY LAP, etc.
ALL Access EXPERIENCE — $25
Per Participant
Want the full Beyond the Barn experience? Everything above + the specialty attractions: pumpkin decorating, face painting, balloon creations, etc.
AFTER HOURS 21+ | $8 ADMISSION
BONFIRE • CONVERSATION • CONNECTION
WANT TO ADD A LITTLE MORE?
Pony Rides — additional fee
Guided Horseback Rides — additional fee
Food, Concessions & Treats — available for purchase
Vendor Marketplace — shop local businesses and community vendor
YOUR FALL PLANS JUST GOT BETTER.
Bring the family. Meet the community. Make some memories.
[ GET TICKETS ]
Your ticket helps us keep going.
Proceeds from Beyond the Barn support Find Me Here Autism Outreach and our continued work to create accessible family experiences, community connection, resources, and opportunities designed to support autism families.
So when you attend Beyond the Barn, you're not only purchasing admission.
You're helping us create more of what our families deserve.
PATH FINDERS • Parents + Caregivers
Together We Move Mountains.
They've walked the paths no one prepared them for. They've learned, adapted, advocated, celebrated, worried, prayed, and kept going.
COME READY FOR THE EXPERIENCE!!
Get ready for a day of connection, community, and BIG autism energy.
💙 ROCK YOUR AUTISM TEE!
Autism tees are strongly recommended! Come dressed to celebrate autism, your child, your loved one, or yourself.
We’re ending the Family Experience together with our Autism Victory Lap — a high-energy celebration of autism, confidence, visibility, and community.
Wear it proud. We’re walking with purpose.
📣 GET MARCH READY — BRING THE BIG ENERGY!
Make a sign. Put your child's picture on it. Write their name BIG. Add their favorite colors, sayings, or things they love. Make it funny, creative, heartfelt, or LOUD.
Bring the pom-poms, signs, and parade noisemakers and get ready to cheer, celebrate, and march together.
REP YOUR CHILD. REP YOUR LOVED ONE. REP YOURSELF. CELEBRATE AUTISM. 💙
And for our friends who love the celebration but not all the noise, noise-reduction ear plugs will be available so they can enjoy the moment comfortably too.
🪑 GET COMFORTABLE
Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and small pop-up tents or canopies. Settle in, enjoy the ranch, and make yourself at home.
🥪 PACK IT OR PURCHASE IT
Outside food is welcome, so feel free to bring your family's favorites. Food, concessions, treats, and other goodies will also be available from on-site vendors.
🐴 WANT A LITTLE MORE?
Pony rides, guided horseback rides, food, and select vendor experiences can be purchased separately.
COME COMFORTABLE. COME CONNECTED. COME PROUD.
And when it's time to march... BRING THE BIG ENERGY.
What to Expect
2:30–3:30 PM | Arrive + Connect
Check in, create a name tag, meet your group, and explore.
3:30–5:30 PM | 30-Minute Age-Based Experiences
🎃 Pumpkin & fall art • 🏁 Games & movement • 🐐 Animal feeding • 💧 Hydration & connection breaks
Face painting and balloon creations will be available throughout the afternoon at your own pace.
5:30–6:00 PM | AUTISM VICTORY LAP💙
We’ll come together as one community to close out the Beyond the Barn experience.
6:00–7:00 PM | Wind Down + Family Departure
7:00 PM | 🔥 After Hours: Bonfire Conversations — 18+
Adults Only • Separate Admission Required
When the family event winds down, the grown-ups get their turn.
After Hours: Bonfire Conversations is an adults-only evening created for real connection, good energy, and conversations that go a little deeper than small talk.
Gather around the bonfire, grab some food, enjoy the music, play a few games, and connect with people who understand that life, caregiving, relationships, and adulthood can all come with a lot to carry.
What to Expect
Bonfire + relaxed outdoor atmosphere
Conversation cue cards
Music
Spades, UNO + card games
Cornhole, horseshoes + giant games
Food and drinks available
Space to laugh, talk, connect, and unwind