Autism Family Services of New Jersey
Event Registration is Now Open
Surfer Registration Now Open Through Friday, May 15th
The Annual Autism Beach Bash is our favorite day of the year—and for many families, the best day of theirs. Each year, this free event brings together more than 3,000 attendees for a one-of-a-kind day of community and connection. Last year, 150 individuals with autism rode the waves with Surfers Healing, building confidence and creating lasting memories with every ride.
Join us for a full day of surf, music, sunshine, and good vibes at New Jersey’s largest autism-friendly event. It’s a rare chance to be among thousands of others who get what it means to live with autism, who share your experiences, and who welcome you just as you are. That’s more than community. That’s what belonging feels like. And that’s what this day is built to deliver.
At the heart of Autism Beach Bash is our long-time partner, Surfers Healing. They are the original surf camp for children with autism. Founded in 1996, this California-based nonprofit has spent over 25 years creating unforgettable surf experiences for children with special needs and their families.
Each year, their volunteer-staffed camps introduce more than 4,500 kids to the ocean, offering more than just a fun day at the beach. For many participants, the waves bring calm. The weightlessness, the rhythm, the freedom—it all creates a sensory experience that feels like therapy.
For children who face daily challenges, and for parents who are used to hearing what their child can’t do, Surfers Healing offers something different. It’s about possibility. It’s about joy. It’s about watching a child ride a wave and seeing their confidence rise with it And the hardest part? Getting them to come out of the water.
For many participants, surfing provides:
A calming sensory experience
Increased confidence
A sense of freedom and accomplishment
A moment where ability takes center stage
Surfer registration for Autism Beach Bash New Jersey 2026 will be announced soon.
Your support fuels the impact.
Whether you’re a business, nonprofit, or community group, sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities help ensure this event remains free and accessible to all.
Sponsorship Tiers Include:
– Premium Sponsor $20,000, top-tier logo placement, press mentions, VIP access, and more
– Platinum, Gold, and Silver Sponsors, varying levels of visibility, promotion, and onsite presence
Exhibitor Options:
– Premium Exhibitor $850, bring your own tent
– Standard Exhibitor $650, under our shared tent
– Nonprofit Exhibitor $450, shared tent
– Sand Tee Sign $150, logo displayed onsite
Your support helps make this experience possible. It matters for the families who attend, and for those who rely on our programs throughout the year.
Funds raised through Autism Beach Bash support critical services across New Jersey, including after-school care, respite, recreation, and access to resources for families navigating autism every day.
By sponsoring this event, you are doing more than helping us host a day at the beach. You are standing with a community that too often goes unseen, and reinforcing the truth that inclusion is not optional—it is essential.
Autism Beach Bash New Jersey is more than a beach day. It is one of the largest autism awareness and inclusion events in New Jersey.
Funds raised through Autism Beach Bash New Jersey support critical services across the state, including:
After-school programs
Respite care for families
Recreation and enrichment programs
Employment and life skills support
Access to autism resources and guidance
By attending, sponsoring, volunteering, or exhibiting, you are helping strengthen support systems for families throughout Monmouth County and across New Jersey.
Looking for autism volunteer opportunities in New Jersey? Volunteers are essential to the success of the New Jersey Autism Beach Bash.
Volunteer Details:
Shifts available throughout the event
Minimum age 14
Application required
Parental consent required for volunteers under 18
Be part of an autism event in Belmar that families look forward to all year long.
