Date: Saturday, October 3rd, 2026
AccessAbility fest Conference
The AccessAbility fest Conference is a new educational component of the 20th Annual AccessAbility fest, designed to deepen learning, collaboration, and innovation around disability inclusion in San Antonio.
Conference Overview
The conference runs from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 3rd, 2026 and is hosted in and around Travis Park. Sessions are geared toward attendees ages 16 and older, with childcare or assistance care provided so families can fully participate. Across the day, conference participants will engage in morning, lunch, and afternoon sessions focused on practical strategies, community-driven solutions, and cross-sector collaboration.
Conference Schedule
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM: Morning Session
11:15 AM - 12:45 PM: Lunch Session
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Afternoon Session
Conference Tracks
The conference offers three core tracks:
What to Expect
Conference attendees can expect:
Who Should Attend
The conference is ideal for:
Registration & More Information
Conference registration is open to attendees 16 and older. Childcare options will be available for younger children during conference sessions.
More detailed schedule, session descriptions, and speaker information will be posted soon. Please check back for updates or contact [email protected] with questions about the conference.
The AccessAbility fest Conference is a new educational component of the 20th Annual AccessAbility fest, designed to deepen learning, collaboration, and innovation around disability inclusion in San Antonio.
Conference Overview
The conference runs from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 3rd, 2026 and is hosted in and around Travis Park. Sessions are geared toward attendees ages 16 and older, with childcare or assistance care provided so families can fully participate. Across the day, conference participants will engage in morning, lunch, and afternoon sessions focused on practical strategies, community-driven solutions, and cross-sector collaboration.
Conference Schedule
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM: Morning Session
11:15 AM - 12:45 PM: Lunch Session
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Afternoon Session
Conference Tracks
The conference offers three core tracks:
- Individuals & Caregivers
Sessions focused on navigating services, advocacy skills, future planning, and practical tools for daily life with disability. - Civic & Researchers
Sessions exploring policy, community-based research, data-informed practice, and public systems that impact disability inclusion. - Social Connection/Hospitality/Event Planning Industry
Sessions for hospitality, festivals, events, arts & culture, and related sectors, centered on accessible design, customer experience, and inclusive programming.
What to Expect
Conference attendees can expect:
- Interactive sessions led by community members, professionals, and partners.
- Opportunities to learn about emerging practices in accessibility and inclusion.
- Space to share experiences, ask questions, and build new collaborations.
- A welcoming environment that values lived experience and cross-sector dialogue.
Who Should Attend
The conference is ideal for:
- People with disabilities and caregivers interested in learning and advocacy.
- Educators, service providers, civic leaders, and researchers.
- Businesses and organizations that host events, serve the public, or design spaces and programs.
- Anyone committed to strengthening disability inclusion in San Antonio.
Registration & More Information
Conference registration is open to attendees 16 and older. Childcare options will be available for younger children during conference sessions.
More detailed schedule, session descriptions, and speaker information will be posted soon. Please check back for updates or contact [email protected] with questions about the conference.
