Orlando Expo Features
Check out our exciting lineup!
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Experience
Take a break from the hustle of the show floor in Hidden Disabilities Sunflower‘s sensory room! Learn more
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Experience
Come climb on an indoor climbing wall! Adaptive climbing is possible for people of ALL abilities! Meet the best person to learn adaptive climbing from – Mark Wellman! Mark has a spinal cord injury (SCI) and is an adventure athlete, speaker, and author. Climb the… Learn more
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Event
Service dogs can help you achieve more independence in your life. Assisting with all types of tasks, from picking up a cell phone to providing physical stability to counting money, and more! Service dogs are available for people with many different disabilities, including vision and… Learn more
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Join us for a crash course on the ins and outs of ABLE United accounts. In this presentation, we’ll provide a high-level overview of the program, including its history, who is eligible, and how ABLE accounts allow individuals with disabilities to save and invest while maintaining important benefits. We’ll… Learn more
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Traveling for work is more than just boarding a plane — it’s breaking barriers, expanding opportunities, and redefining what professional independence looks like. In this empowering session, Brianna Paauwe, Executive Director of the Wheel With Me Foundation and full-time traveller for AMF Bruns of America,… Learn more
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Ready to have a lot of fun and work out at the same time? Come experience a WOW Wheelchair Fitness Class! The class features movements for seated students and is taught by a seated instructor. Featuring elements of weight training, Zumba, and pom-pom dance. Standing… Learn more
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Workshop
Life can change in an instant. A diagnosis, a disability, caregiving journey, unexpected crisis or major life transition can leave individuals and families facing overwhelming financial uncertainty. Yet many people never discover the grants, funding opportunities, community support and creative solutions available to help lighten… Learn more
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Good posture isn’t just about looking better—it’s about feeling better andmoving with more ease. This 45-minute workshop is designed for wheelchair users who want to improve their posture, reduce discomfort, and enhance their overall well-being. Through expert coaching, you’ll learn practical techniques and exercises to… Learn more
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How can my living area feel larger? What design elements should I consider to enjoy my outdoor spaces more fully? Can grilling appliances be more user-friendly? How do I create an accessible vegetable garden? Can outdoor features enhance my mood? What do I need to… Learn more
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Something special is happening at Abilities Expo Orlando. A former Abilities Expo accessible cruise winner will be joining us for one of the weekend’s biggest moments—and we’re keeping the details under wraps for now. We can’t tell you exactly what’s going to happen. But we… Learn more
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BOO!👻 Ready to face your fears at Universal Orlando Halloween Horror Nights? Things are about to get spooky at Abilities Expo Orlando! One lucky Abilities Expo attendee will win a ticket to join Yolanda of Sweet Destinations Travel Team at Universal Orlando to experience Halloween… Learn more
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Your first chance to win an accessible cruise getaway is Friday! We’re giving away 8 accessible cruise experiences at this Abilities Expo, with cruises from Disney Cruise Line and Royal Caribbean up for grabs. And this is just the beginning: 24 accessible cruises will be… Learn more
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Much of society wrongly believes people with disabilities cannot be valuable romantic partners. Shane and Hannah—who are married and run a prominent YouTube channel called Squirmy and Grubs—will share the hilarious ups and downs of their relationship to disprove this damaging concept. Learn more
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Think Costa Rica’s rainforests, wildlife, beaches, and adventures are beyond your reach? Think again. Join Stephanie Sheehy for a vivid journey through the Costa Rica that travelers with disabilities can actually experience—not from the sidelines, but right in the middle of it. Discover how wheelchair… Learn more
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Much of society wrongly believes people with disabilities cannot be valuable romantic partners. Shane and Hannah—who are married and run a prominent YouTube channel called Squirmy and Grubs—will share the hilarious ups and downs of their relationship to disprove this damaging concept. This SPECIAL PRE-SHOW… Learn more
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Service dogs can help you achieve more independence in your life. Assisting with all types of tasks, from picking up a cell phone to providing physical stability to counting money, and more! Service dogs are available for people with many different disabilities, including vision and… Learn more
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Think Costa Rica’s rainforests, wildlife, beaches, and adventures are beyond your reach? Think again. Join Stephanie Sheehy for a vivid journey through the Costa Rica that travelers with disabilities can actually experience—not from the sidelines, but right in the middle of it. Discover how wheelchair… Learn more
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Traveling for work is more than just boarding a plane — it’s breaking barriers, expanding opportunities, and redefining what professional independence looks like. In this empowering session, Brianna Paauwe, Executive Director of the Wheel With Me Foundation and full-time traveller for AMF Bruns of America,… Learn more
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Good posture isn’t just about looking better—it’s about feeling better andmoving with more ease. This 45-minute workshop is designed for wheelchair users who want to improve their posture, reduce discomfort, and enhance their overall well-being. Through expert coaching, you’ll learn practical techniques and exercises to… Learn more
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HAT’s experienced certified staff will provide a workshop on a variety of topics concerning barrier-free homes, environmental adaptations and assistive technology solutions for persons with disabilities regardless of age or disability. Learn more
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Grab a racket and get ready to experience tennis in a whole new way! ACE Blind Tennis is bringing an exciting adaptive tennis experience to Abilities Expo Orlando, giving attendees the opportunity to discover how the sport can be modified to make it accessible for… Learn more
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Dive into a fresh look at destination accessibility with Attiyya Atkins, VP of Visit Lauderdale and champion of inclusive travel. This session spotlights how travelers of all abilities can experience the freedom, joy, and healing of the beach—without barriers. From beach mats to adaptive equipment to thoughtful… Learn more
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The Deaf Music Ensemble is a group of Deaf and hard of hearing musicians who create and perform music in American Sign Language (ASL). They use a unique blend of sign language, gesture, and movement to interpret and express music, creating a visually stunning and… Learn more
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Could your next vacation be an accessible cruise? Saturday brings another chance to win! Stop by Abilities Expo and enter for your chance to win one of 8 accessible cruise experiences being given away at this event, featuring opportunities to sail with Disney Cruise Line… Learn more
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Ready to have a lot of fun and work out at the same time? Come experience a WOW Wheelchair Fitness Class! The class features movements for seated students and is taught by a seated instructor. Featuring elements of weight training, Zumba, and pom-pom dance. Standing… Learn more
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Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act requires places that are open to the public to be accessible to those with disabilities. This workshop will discuss what locations are subject to the ADA, what the ADA requires of those properties, and what you can… Learn more
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Workshop
Join us at the Abilities Expo Phoenix for a powerful screening of The Power To Move, which follows the experiences of Thomas Quiter, Founder and President of the Mobility Independence Foundation. Learn his insights on democratizing mobility equipment, building sustainable community-driven solutions and empowering individuals through repairable,… Learn more
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Event
Service dogs can help you achieve more independence in your life. Assisting with all types of tasks, from picking up a cell phone to providing physical stability to counting money, and more! Service dogs are available for people with many different disabilities, including vision and… Learn more
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Workshop
When a medical challenge brings new costs — from adaptive vehicles to home modifications — it can feel impossible to afford what you need to live fully. This workshop offers practical, proven ways to raise funds safely and confidently through Help Hope Live, a trusted… Learn more
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Ready to have a lot of fun and work out at the same time? Come experience a WOW Wheelchair Fitness Class! The class features movements for seated students and is taught by a seated instructor. Featuring elements of weight training, Zumba, and pom-pom dance. Standing… Learn more
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Come meet Daisy, a therapy dog with a limb difference and the star of The Adventures of Daisy children’s book series! Daisy is living proof that a different body can lead a full, joyful, adventurous life, and she loves sharing that message with kids of all abilities.… Learn more
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Join USTA tennis for an exciting opportunity to give adaptive tennis a try! Learn more
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More info coming soon! Learn more
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Your third shot at winning an accessible cruise getaway happens Sunday. Sunday is your final chance at this Abilities Expo to win an accessible cruise getaway! Enter onsite for a chance to win one of the 8 accessible cruise experiences being given away at this… Learn more
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Join us for a crash course on the ins and outs of ABLE United accounts. In this presentation, we’ll provide a high-level overview of the program, including its history, who is eligible, and how ABLE accounts allow individuals with disabilities to save and invest while maintaining important benefits. We’ll… Learn more
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Get moving with a full body cardio session with Wheel with Me Adapt Fit! Learn more
