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Families Helping Families with Autism

Come See Us at Our 6th Annual Family Picnic!

Sunday, June 14, 11 a.m-3 p.m.


Camp James/Hidden Valley Park in Irvine (Next to Wild Rivers) Free parking! Driving Directions

TACA Picnic
Our annual picnic is an extremely popular family event will be attended by more than 2,000 Southern California families affected by autism. The event is a fun-filled family day with carnival rides, bounce houses, gluten-free/casein-free food and special surprises. TACA will also provide a vendor resource pavilion featuring suppliers to the autism community. 

This event has sold out every year! Do not forget to REGISTER EARLY!

Everything you need to know about the TACA Picnic:
Register Online Now
Adults
13+ years
Child
3-12 years
Baby
0-2 years
Regular Registration
Through June 12, 5 p.m.

$20

$15

free

On-site Registration
June 14**
$25
$20
free

TACA VIP Picnic Pak $150
Two (2) adults picnic entrance tickets
Two (2) children picnic entrance tickets
Four (4) picnic t-shirts (sizes of shirts vary & cannot be guaranteed)
Ten (10) raffle tickets (for your chance at 50+ raffle items)
Food “Front-of-the-line” pass for your party

THIS EVENT ALWAYS SELLS OUT!
**
We cannot guarantee that on-site tickets will be available. Buy early to ensure that your family can attend.

This year’s picnic will feature:

  • Gluten-Free Casein-Free BBQ with hot dogs and chicken with GFCF buns. Featuring the In-n-Out Burger Trailer, Taco Lady, Newport Rib Company & more!

  • Gluten-Free Casein-Free Food Court Options

  • Carnival Rides: Classic Carousel, Kids Swing Chairs, LadyBug Ride and Roc-O-Plane.

  • Fun Activities: Bounce House, Bubble Machines, Jungle-Rama, Mist Machine, Miniature Golf, Sidewinder Rock Wall and a Balloon Artist

  • Traditional Picnic Games: Softball, Volleyball, Horsehoes, Basketball, Soccer, Ping Pong, Pool Table, Football

  • Silent Auction and Raffle for Great Items

  • With special celebrity, musical guests and surprises!
What Can My Child Expect at the Picnic?

Great question!

Watch 2008 Picnic


Watch 2007 Picnic



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About TACA

Talk About Curing Autism (TACA) provides information, resources, and support to families affected by autism. For families who have just received the autism diagnosis, TACA aims to speed up the cycle time from the autism diagnosis to effective treatments. TACA helps to strengthen the autism community by connecting families and the professionals who can help them, allowing them to share stories and information to help people with autism be the best they can be.

DISCLAIMER: TACA provides general information regarding medical research, treatment options, therapies and nutrition to the autism community. The information comes from a variety of sources, and TACA does not independently verify any of it. Nothing presented at meetings, emails or in print should be construed as medical or legal advice. Always consult your child's doctor regarding his or her individual needs.