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Houston Expo Experiences

Everything from an adaptive climbing wall to free wheelchair repair and more!

  • Experience

    Adaptive Climbing Wall

    Presented by Mark Wellman (Adventure Athlete and Founder, No Limits)

    Adaptive climbing is a sport that is open to people of all abilities! It’s not just for experienced athletes. There is no better person to learn adaptive climbing from than Mark Wellman of No Limits. Mark has SCI and is an adventure athlete, speaker and… Learn more

    Booth #241

    Fri, Sat, Sun

    Adaptive Climbing Wall
  • Learn about and build your own ESSA with Kamryn Rhoades! Essa stands for Emotional Support Stuffed Animal, and they can be a great alternative for a service animal or just a fluffy friend to be by your side! They can help with all different needs… Learn more

    Visit Lauderdale Beach Café

    Fri, Sat, Sun

    Build Your Own Emotional Support Stuffy
  • Visit IL VIAGGIO at Booth #429 and enter to win one of two accessible separate 2-night accessible vacations to Costa Rica with IL VIAGGIO TRAVEL! It includes hotel accommodations, accessible transportation, and selected tours and experiences (airfare not included). Learn more

    Booth #429

    Fri, Sat, Sun

    Win an Accesible Escape to Costa Rica
  • Meet representatives of disability and emergency management organizations who are active in emergency planning and are working to ensure the Houston and greater Texas region will be more resilient when disaster strikes. Gain vital personal preparedness tips to help you create realistic plans to meet… Learn more

    Booth #1019

    Fri, Sat, Sun

    Region 6 Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)

    Emergency Preparedness Resource Booth
  • Nook is bringing a Mobile Sensory Room to MR 109 at Abilities Expo! Stop by and relax in the Sensory Nook in case you find the show floor to be too overstimulating. We will also have sensory bags available at the registration area. Learn more

    MR #109

    Fri, Sat, Sun

    Nook Sensory Experience
  • Pack your bags (well, almost) because Abilities Expo is teaming up with Sweet Destinations Travel Team by Dream Vacations to raffle off three accessible 4-night cruises during the show! That’s one cruise given away each day. Here’s how to enter: Step 1: Pick up your… Learn more

    Events Arena

    Fri, Sat, Sun

    Sweet Destinations Travel Team

    Win 1 of 3 Accessible Cruises
  • Explore how assistive technology can help you or your loved ones bridge the gap between ability and disability! See and try a selection of assistive technology, with options for all disabilities. TTAP staff are available to offer suggestions and share their extensive knowledge. To help… Learn more

    Booth #933

    Fri, Sat, Sun

    Assistive Technology Showcase
  • Experience

    Whimsy Word Search challenges perceptions of how people contribute by creating an arts-inspired, inclusive community of individuals with diverse abilities. They are an expert resource on inclusive arts—creating and maintaining an accessible and open community where everyone can participate. Their goal is to provide support… Learn more

    Booth #541

    Fri, Sat, Sun

    Artist Alley
  • Accessible, round-trip transportation from the selected hotels to Abilities Expo will be provided free-of-charge to expo-goers. Please see each dedicated expo Show Services page for more information. Learn more

    Fri, Sat, Sun

    Free shuttle from local hotels
  • Ready for some sunshine, good vibes and serious accessible travel options? Ever considered beautiful South Florida? Visit Lauderdale invites you to the Beach Café at Abilities Expo—your laid-back spot to relax, recharge and learn more about Greater Fort Lauderdale, one of the most welcoming and inclusive… Learn more

    Booth #625

    Fri, Sat, Sun

    VIsit Lauderdale

    Visit Lauderdale Beach Café
  • Accessibility Help Desk, Provided compliments of Abilities ExpoThere will be American Sign Language interpretation services available to assist anyone requiring sign language translation at the Accessibility Help Desk in the Lobby in front of the Exhibit Hall. This is a complimentary service and is offered… Learn more

    Accessibility Help Desk

    Fri, Sat, Sun

    American Sign Language Interpretation
  • Getting around Abilities Expo just got easier. RightHear onsite navigation is transforming the Abilities Expo show floor into a more accessible environment by providing real-time audio guidance and location-based information. Whether you’re heading to a workshop, tracking down a specific exhibitor or just exploring, RightHear… Learn more

    Show Floor

    Fri, Sat, Sun

    RightHear

    RightHear Onsite Navigation for Blind/Low Vision
  • Provided compliments of Sunrise MedicalFree maintenance will be provided on a first come, first served basis by Sunrise Medical. This service will end one hour before the show ends each day. Learn more

    Booth #807

    Fri, Sat, Sun

    Sunrise Medical

    Free Wheelchair Repair
  • Provided compliments of Pride Mobility Pride Mobility is sponsoring complimentary loaner scooters on a first-come; first-served basis to any attendee 18 years or older for use on the Expo floor. A government-issued photo ID is required to participate in this offer. This service is available… Learn more

    Registration area

    Fri, Sat, Sun

    Pride Mobility

    Complimentary Loaner Scooters
  • Experience

    Get ready to get your dance on, because the Silent Disco will be at the Abilities Expo Houston on Friday, July 31! The Silent Disco is an event where people can enjoy themselves on the dance floor to music played through special wireless headphones instead… Learn more

    Booth #341

    Fri, 12:00pm–3:00pm

    Space City

    Silent Disco
  • Meet your favorite superheroes and princesses! Causeplay Alliance Project will be at Abilities Expo Houston on Saturday, August 1, 2026 from 11:00am to 1:00pm. Meet them as they walk throughout the Expo Hall – bringing magic, smiles, and fun with them! Learn more at https://www.facebook.com/CauseplayAP Learn more

    Expo Hall

    Sat, 11:00am–1:00pm

    Meet Your Favorite Cosplay Characters
  • Make your way to the Visit Lauderdale Café at Booth #625 on Saturday from 12pm to 2pm and enjoy a meet & greet with Lauren Compere! This talented advocate was Ms. Wheelchair Mississippi 2015 and Ms. Wheelchair America First Alternate 2016 and now serves as… Learn more

    Booth #625

    Sat, 12:00pm–2:00pm

    Meet & Greet with Ms. Wheelchair Mississippi Lauren Compere
  • Experience

    To create a more welcoming experience for all, Abilities Expo will offer early access from 10am to 11am on Sunday, August 3 for individuals with sensory disabilities who may find the typical Expo environment overwhelming. This quiet hour will feature dimmed lighting, reduced noise and… Learn more

    Show floor

    Sun, 10:00am–11:00am

    Early Access Hour