- TypeFestival
- Location Columbus, Ohio, United States
- Date 13-07-2025
Why families attend the event: Families attend the Columbus All Disabilities Festival for its inclusive and accessible environment, offering fun activities like a splash zone, playground, carnival games, character meet and greets, and sensory-friendly zones. They connect with local resources for education, healthcare, and community support while enjoying diverse entertainment options such as live band concerts and fun contests. This event provides opportunities for shopping and services tailored to their needs and accessible parking and food options. The Festival promotes community building and celebrates abilities, creating a supportive and empowering atmosphere for all attendees; ensuring everyone can fully participate and enjoy a memorable day together.
Celebrate inclusion and joy at the 11th Annual All Disabilities Festival! This vibrant event features live music, food trucks, vendors, games, giveaways, sensory-friendly activities, and fun for all ages. Designed to uplift individuals with disabilities and connect families with valuable resources, this festival is open to the entire community. Come experience a day filled with entertainment, education, and empowerment - because everyBODY belongs!
What to do at the event:
Free Fun Activities: Door Prizes - register online in advance, or at the event - must be present to win! Live Music, Contests, Entertainment, Scavenger Hunt for Prizes, Christmas in July with Santa Claus Visit and Photo Ops, Face Painter, and Giveaways! Enjoy the FREE Splash Pad, Accessible Play Park, and Ping Pong Tables!
Sensory Activities and Resources: Sensory-Friendly Tent next to Book Readings tent, Quiet Music, Sensory-Friendly Activities. Connect with local resources: Education, Healthcare, and Community Support.
Christmas-in-July Activities: Best Summertime-Christmas Outfit Contest, Meet and Greet, Photo ops with Santa Claus!
Candy Cane Lane Christmas Candy and Gift Booth: Stop by to satisfy your sweet tooth or play our Scavenger Hunt and return to Candy Cane Lane to win awesome prizes!
Headliner: Blue Spectrum (Autism-led Band)
Hosted by: UPFAD - Unlimited Possibilities For All Disabilities
Sponsors: Franklin County Board Of Commissioners, CareSource, The City Of Columbus Recreation and Parks, Making a Difference, Rhema, ADAMH, KidsLinked.com, Blue Spectrum, Judy's Scootys, NCUS, African American Wellness Agency, COSI, Boundless, Ohio Sickle Cell and Health Association, Xoomia, Goree Insurance, The Stewad Firm, Ohio ADA 35 Americans with Disabilities Act, Greater Columbus Arts Council, Columbus GospelFest, NCUS TEC, Ohio Arts Council, J Adams Photography, Queen Solomon, Rosetta Perry, Coles Shining Stars Dance Studio
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