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What is the Slide-A-Thon?

The Slide-A-Thon is our exciting annual fundraiser dedicated to supporting the Ann Newman Giant Wooden Slide. In this event, teams race to complete as many slides as possible within 20 minutes, competing for medals and the ultimate bragging rights.


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Get ready to slide, race, and play at the Annual Slide-A-Thon!

This beloved fall fundraiser celebrates the joy of play while raising essential support for Smith and our iconic Ann Newman Giant Wooden Slide, a 120-year-old, one-of-a-kind play structure that has brought joy to generations and requires ongoing care to keep it safe and sliding for years to come.

Whether you're teaming up with family, friends, neighbors, or coworkers, Slide-A-Thon is a day packed with friendly competitionplayground challenges, and all-ages fun. Enjoy obstacle courses, slide games, team relaysarts and crafts for the little ones, and plenty of open play across Smiths 6.5-acre site.

At the heart of the event is the Ann Newman Giant Wooden Slide, measuring 12.5 feet wide and 40 feet long. Waxed for optimal speed and fun, its the source of countless intergenerational memories for thousands of families - and your participation helps keep it that way.


Slide-A-Thon 2025 Sponsors

Thank you to our event sponsors for making this year's Slide-A-Thon the best one yet!

Support the Slide-A-Thon as a Sponsor!


Help keep the joy of play alive by sponsoring Smith’s annual Slide-A-Thon. Sponsorship is a great way to show your commitment to children, community, and fun—while gaining valuable visibility for your business or organization.


Click here to view sponsorship levels and benefits.

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