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Supercharge your independence

Think you’ve hit the peak of your abilities? Think again. Abilities live events and online resources deliver game-changing technologies, products, services and education to help our dynamic disability community break barriers and push past limits.

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Long Beach Convention Center
Halls B & C


Access is power

Popping up in seven U.S. cities each year, the three-day Abilities Expos are your free, all-access passes to empowerment. Buckle up for cool gadgets, cutting-edge tech, info-packed workshops, adaptive activities and so much more. This golden opportunity to engage with your community will have you asking, “Why didn’t I do this sooner?!”

  • People with disabilities
  • Family, friends and caregivers
  • Healthcare professionals

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Explore solutions at Abilities Expo

Three days. One roof. Endless opportunities.

May 1-3, 2026

New York City skyline at sunset

June 12-14, 2026

Chicago skyline

July 31-Aug 2, 2026

Houston skyline at sunset.

September 11-13, 2026

Phoenix city skyline at sunrise

October 9-11, 2026

Colorful cityscape of Orlando at sunset.

December 4-6, 2026

Dallas skyline at sunrise.

Get the inside scoop from experts

Find the answers you need from leading voices across a spectrum of disability expertise.

  • Aashima Ratti

    Aashima Ratti

  • Anamaria Cretu

    Anamaria Cretu

  • Andre Sam

    Andre Sam

  • Attiyya Atkins

    Attiyya Atkins

  • Beth Kofsky

    Beth Kofsky


What’s happening

Dive into inclusive experiences, innovative technologies, valuable resources, hands-on workshops and so much more.

A blue adaptive trike is featured on the Abilities Expo show floor.

Products & services

From high-tech devices to daily living aids, explore solutions for multiple disabilities.

A dancer lifts his partner into a spin before a rapt Abilities Expo audience. Both have developmental disabilities.

Inclusive dance

Creative movement and accessibility unite to create sometime spectacular. Join in!

A variety of different assistive technologies are on display at the Ability Tools AT Showcase at Abilities Expo.

AT showcase

Learn how assistive technology can help you or your loved ones bridge the ability gap.

A wheelchair user reaches out for an epic catch in a game of wheelchair football in the events arena at Abilities Expo.

Adaptive sports

No more sidelines for you! Time to get in the game and discover your new favorite pastime.

Close-up of a service dog.

Service animals

Assistance dogs and horses are game-changers for their humans partners.

Colorful, hand-crafted pottery is on display in the artist market at Abilities Expo.

Artist market

Talented local artists with disabilities display their eclectic works of art for the community.

A young woman looks up as she scales the adaptive climbing wall in a specialized chair designed by Paralympian Mark Wellman.

Climbing wall

With specially designed adaptive equipment, anyone can conquer the all-inclusive rock wall.

A speaker addresses the workshop attendees at Abilities Expo against a colorful backdrop of silhouettes of people with disabilities.

Must-see workshops

Free sessions on accessible travel, home remodeling, disability finance and more.

A man is tuning up the wheelchair of an Abilities Expo attendee for free.

Wheelchair repair

Need a tune-up? Swing by the Free Wheelchair Repair Pavilion for minor maintenance.


Insights and stories from our community

Whatever your role in this vibrant community, this is your space. Read on and enjoy the journey.

  • Abilities Expo Sees Major Growth Opportunities with Raccoon Media Group

    Abilities Expo Sees Major Growth Opportunities with Raccoon Media Group

    In its desire to serve a larger segment of the disability community, Abilities Expo—the premiere event for people with disabilities, their families, caregivers, seniors and healthcare professionals—has agreed to be acquired by Raccoon Media Group, a global leader in community-based events. This strategic move marks a significant milestone for both organizations, opening up new avenues for growth…

  • We Miss You, Stevie!

    We Miss You, Stevie!

    In loving memory of our dear friend, every Sunday of the 2024 Abilities Expos will be Stevie Hopkins Day. We invite all who knew and admired Stevie to proudly wear their 3E Love apparel, featuring the Wheelchair Heart that has become emblematic within the disability community. Stevie Hopkins, 40, of Batavia,IL, passed away unexpectedly on…

  • ‘4 Wheel Bob’ Screens at Abilities Expo

    ‘4 Wheel Bob’ Screens at Abilities Expo

    If you have ever met Bob Coomber rolling around at one the Abilities Expos, you know that this is not a man vs. the wild kind of a film. Bob is an outdoorsman to the core, always encouraging people to experience the healing power of nature regardless of their level of ability. It’s more like…


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