Scavenger Adventure
Philadelphia
Join Disability Pride Pennsylvania for the Philly Outdoor Adventures Selfie Scavenger Hunt. Explore the city, discover iconic landmarks, celebrate local favorites, and show us what outdoor adventure looks like to you.
Take a selfie, post it to Instagram, tag @disabilitypridepa, and use #OutdoorAdventures so we can follow along!
Complete the hunt in any order and at your own pace. Visit one location or challenge yourself to find them all. Selfies may be taken from any safe, accessible viewing point. A friend, family member, or support person can join your photo or take it for you. People that finish the selfie scavenger hunt will receive two FREE tickets to our Disability Pride After Dark party on October 23rd! More details are coming soon.
Item List:
A Philly 250 Liberty Bell
Your favorite Philadelphia mural
A food truck
A legislator or their district office
A server at your favorite restaurant (with their permission!)
The LOVE sculpture
The XOXO sculpture
The Clothespin sculpture
The AMOR sculpture
Rodin’s The Thinker
The Betsy Ross House
Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens mosaics
The Chinatown Friendship Gate
Spruce Street Harbor Park
Boathouse Row on the Schuylkill River
Bites, Ballots, & Belonging Social
Philadelphia
Stop by and enjoy light refreshments while connecting with neighbors about voting, sharing your story, and celebrating the power of community in collaboration with the Committee of Seventy and Councilmember Rue Landau’s office.
Register here: https://luma.com/npqd296a
The event will include:
Voter registration and important election updates
Information and community resources
A Resource Village focused on housing, employment, transportation, healthcare, Independent Living, LGBTQIA+ services, and mental health
Opportunities to meet neighbors and local organizations
You can also be part of REV UP Philly’s 45-Day Countdown to the Election Campaign! Have your photo taken, share a quote, or record a short video about why voting matters to you. With your permission, submissions will be featured on the REV UP Philly Facebook and Instagram pages.
Fishing Adventure
Philadelphia
Join us for a fishing adventure on the Schuylkill River Trail at the Walnut Street Dock!
Stair Access: Staircases are located at 24th and Walnut, north and south of the bridge.
Ramp Access: Ramp access onto the trail can be found at both Chestnut Street and Market Street bridges. You can also get onto the trail at-grade at 25th and Locust.
Parking: There is a parking lot at 24th and Sansom and possible street parking in the neighborhood.
Public Transit: A 10-minute walk from 30th Station for SEPTA Regional Rail or Market Frankford Line. Also accessible via SEPTA bus routes 7 & 12 at 23rd and Locust and SEPTA bus route 9 at Schuylkill Avenue and Chestnut Street.
Register here for Outdoor Adventures: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMj5bPuN9fz7U1KjNqccaCfeYm6dJFzlCsj2zxZFeofpOYfQ/viewform
Disability Pride Pittsburgh
Disability Pride Pittsburgh returns for its 5th Annual Celebration, marking five years of bringing the disability community together in joy, visibility, and collective power. What began as a single gathering has grown into a vibrant, disability-led tradition that reflects the strength, creativity, and resilience of disabled people across the region.
This anniversary celebration invites the community to come together for an accessible, welcoming day of connection, culture, and pride—uplifting disabled voices, local leaders, artists, and organizations who continue to shape Pittsburgh as a place where disabled people belong and thrive. Join us as we celebrate how far we’ve come and recommit to building a more inclusive future, together.
Let Your Inner Child Build Worlds
Philadelphia
A guided active imagination exercise to connect with your inner child, learn who you are, and create fantastical stories or poetry based on your inner child’s leadership.
Bring your preferred writing instrument.
Malachi Lily will lead this event.
Malachi Lily is a AuADHD, Black, queer writer of liminal experience. Born and based in Philly, they create speculative fiction to decompose patriarchy through nature wisdom, magick, and Black-anarcho politics. They are a SFWA, Tin House, Roots. Wounds. Words, and Narrative Shifts fellow.
Register here for Outdoor Adventures: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMj5bPuN9fz7U1KjNqccaCfeYm6dJFzlCsj2zxZFeofpOYfQ/viewform
Coffee Chat for Professionals
Philadelphia
Professionals getting together to discuss how we can support each other in work spaces over some coffee and breakfast snacks!
If you’re interested in attending or being added to our mailing list reach out to Vicki@DisabilityPridePA.org
Tabling Event
Disability Pride PA and Rev Up Philly are tabling at the “Cities of Inclusion” Summit.
Tabling Event
Philadelphia
We’ll be tabling at the 6th annual Wingohocking Neighbors Day with Councilmember Kendra Brooks!
Sensory Avenue at OurFest
Philadelphia
Join us for an amazing day of community with access at the annual ‘OurFest’ celebrating the LGBTQIA+ community. We are hosting ‘Sensory Avenue’ where you’ll find low impact, sensory room, silent disco, disabled artists, and resources.
Walk N Roll for Mental Health
Philadelphia
Our Disability Pride team is participating in NAMIWalks Philly this year, advocating for mental health. Join us on October 17th at Friends Hospital from 10 AM -12 PM for a 1.5 mile walk, or virtually walk, or just donate to the team!
Want to join our team? Click here: https://www.namiwalks.org/philly
As a team member, you will raise funds for NAMI's free, top-rated programs, promote critical awareness, and let people know they are not alone.
A Day at the Zoo
Philadelphia
Registration is required. Deadline is 10/9/26 https://tinyurl.com/dppzoo26
Meet us between 9:30-10am to grab your tickets. Go on your on adventure for the day! Take pics along the way and tag @disabilitypridepa
Coffee Chat for Professionals
Philadelphia
Professionals getting together to discuss how we can support each other in work spaces over some coffee and breakfast snacks!
If you’re interested in attending or being added to our mailing list reach out to Vicki@DisabilityPridePA.org
Walk and Roll at Borski Park
Philadelphia
Join us for a morning walk and roll in nature at Borski Park.
FYI… Parks on Tap, hosted by Philadelphia Parks & Recreation, is open from 12-8pm.
Register here for Outdoor Adventures: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMj5bPuN9fz7U1KjNqccaCfeYm6dJFzlCsj2zxZFeofpOYfQ/viewform
Coffee Chat for Professionals
Philadelphia
Professionals getting together to discuss how we can support each other in work spaces over some coffee and breakfast snacks!
If you’re interested in attending or being added to our mailing list reach out to Vicki@DisabilityPridePA.org
Fishing Adventure
Philadelphia
Join us for an accessible fishing event at the accessible docks of Bartram’s Garden!
Fishing gear provided but you can bring your own if you’d like
Register here for Outdoor Adventures: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMj5bPuN9fz7U1KjNqccaCfeYm6dJFzlCsj2zxZFeofpOYfQ/viewform
Rev UP Philly
Philadelphia
Join the Rev Up Philly coalition monthly meeting
Proud Philadelphians for Disability Justice!
Join the COALITION of Philadelphia residents, workers, organizations, and businesses to affect change in Philadelphia County for people with disabilities and seniors! A quick google form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd7eRLSeULxVzcPcbzpnq8ZmWKg0heIQpsEptH5B12FxgvbEA/viewform
Meeting is open to everyone interested in making change in the disability space across Philly. Zoom link for monthly meeting:https://disabilitypridephiladelphia-org.zoom.us/j/81258715009?pwd=PR4O2voa0pW356XBq6VKoAl7oN7plC.1 Meeting ID: 812 5871 5009 Passcode: 885719
Walk N Roll on the Delaware River Trail
Philadelphia
Meet us at Cherry Street Pier for a walk and roll along the Delaware River Trail!
An ASL interpreter has been secured for this event
Register here for Outdoor Adventures: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMj5bPuN9fz7U1KjNqccaCfeYm6dJFzlCsj2zxZFeofpOYfQ/viewform
World Building in Nature
Philadelphia
A writing workshop for all levels of experience to connect you with the natural world, commune with it and draw inspiration for narratives and poetry.
Bring your preferred writing instrument.
Malachi Lily will lead this event
Malachi Lily is a AuADHD, Black, queer writer of liminal experience. Born and based in Philly, they create speculative fiction to decompose patriarchy through nature wisdom, magick, and Black-anarcho politics. They are a SFWA, Tin House, Roots. Wounds. Words, and Narrative Shifts fellow.
Register here for Outdoor Adventures: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMj5bPuN9fz7U1KjNqccaCfeYm6dJFzlCsj2zxZFeofpOYfQ/viewform
Coffee Chat for Professionals
Philadelphia
Professionals getting together to discuss how we can support each other in work spaces over some coffee and breakfast snacks!
This session will be hosted at LAMP at 1500 Spring Garden Street, #230
If you’re interested in attending or being added to our mailing list reach out to Vicki@DisabilityPridePA.org
Rev UP Philly
Philadelphia
Join the Rev Up Philly coalition monthly meeting
Proud Philadelphians for Disability Justice!
Join the COALITION of Philadelphia residents, workers, organizations, and businesses to affect change in Philadelphia County for people with disabilities and seniors! A quick google form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd7eRLSeULxVzcPcbzpnq8ZmWKg0heIQpsEptH5B12FxgvbEA/viewform
Meeting is open to everyone interested in making change in the disability space across Philly. Zoom link for monthly meeting:https://disabilitypridephiladelphia-org.zoom.us/j/81258715009?pwd=PR4O2voa0pW356XBq6VKoAl7oN7plC.1 Meeting ID: 812 5871 5009 Passcode: 885719
Meditation and Movement Meet Up
Philadelphia
Take some time to relax and move in community at the Courtyard on City Hall
Connie Vandarakis will lead this event
Register here for Outdoor Adventures: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMj5bPuN9fz7U1KjNqccaCfeYm6dJFzlCsj2zxZFeofpOYfQ/viewform
Disability Pride Washington
Washington
We’ve partnered with Voices for Independence Center for Independent Living to bring you a day of community and fun while highlighting the disability community in Washington! All are welcome! Access is mandatory.
Fishing Adventure
Philadelphia
Join us for an accessible fishing event at the accessible docks of Bartram’s Garden!
Fishing gear provided but you can bring your own if you’d like
Register here for Outdoor Adventures: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMj5bPuN9fz7U1KjNqccaCfeYm6dJFzlCsj2zxZFeofpOYfQ/viewform
Disability Pride Erie
Erie
We’ve partnered with Voices for Independence Center for Independent Living to bring you a day of community and fun while highlighting the disability community in Erie! All are welcome! Access is mandatory.
Coffee Chat for Professionals
Philadelphia
Professionals getting together to discuss how we can support each other in work spaces over some coffee and breakfast snacks!
This session will be held at the Inglis Innovation Center.
Rev UP Philly
Philadelphia
Join the Rev Up Philly coalition monthly meeting
Proud Philadelphians for Disability Justice!
Join the COALITION of Philadelphia residents, workers, organizations, and businesses to affect change in Philadelphia County for people with disabilities and seniors! A quick google form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd7eRLSeULxVzcPcbzpnq8ZmWKg0heIQpsEptH5B12FxgvbEA/viewform
Meeting is open to everyone interested in making change in the disability space across Philly. Zoom link for monthly meeting:https://disabilitypridephiladelphia-org.zoom.us/j/81258715009?pwd=PR4O2voa0pW356XBq6VKoAl7oN7plC.1 Meeting ID: 812 5871 5009 Passcode: 885719
Disability Pride Philadelphia
Join us for Disability Pride Philadelphia where this year’s theme is We Belong Here and We’re Here to Stay!
Accessibility Features: ASL and visual interpreters, accessible restrooms, a sensory zone, lowered speaker output, and clear signage. We use an oversized park for better spacing, which includes areas for rest, shade, and reflection. Masks are encouraged and available at our tables.
Parade kicks off at 11:30 at the north apron at City Hall and festivities at noon!
Philly PRIDE Sensory Zone
Join us for a quiet space only to decompress, wind down, lay your head down, and/or enjoy a sensory activity. This year looks different as does PRIDE but it is important to provide this space for our neurodivergent community members. PRIDE is for everyone and we are creating a necessary space. Located near the corner of 24th Street and Martin Luther King Jr Drive (look for Sober Space signage). Have questions, please reach out to info@DisabilityPridePA.org.
Coffee Chat for Professionals
Philadelphia
Professionals getting together to discuss how we can support each other in work spaces over some coffee and breakfast snacks!
This session will be hosted at the TechOWL Community Space.
Rev UP Philly
Philadelphia
Join the Rev Up Philly coalition monthly meeting
Proud Philadelphians for Disability Justice!
Join the COALITION of Philadelphia residents, workers, organizations, and businesses to affect change in Philadelphia County for people with disabilities and seniors! A quick google form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd7eRLSeULxVzcPcbzpnq8ZmWKg0heIQpsEptH5B12FxgvbEA/viewform
Meeting is open to everyone interested in making change in the disability space across Philly. Zoom link for monthly meeting:https://disabilitypridephiladelphia-org.zoom.us/j/81258715009?pwd=PR4O2voa0pW356XBq6VKoAl7oN7plC.1 Meeting ID: 812 5871 5009 Passcode: 885719
Disability Resource Fair
Doylestown
We’ll be tabling at the Disability Resource Fair hosted by Representative Tim Brennan and Senator Steve Santarsiero!
Disability and Mental Health Summit
Pittsburgh
Josie will be tabling at the resource fair at the 13th annual Disability & Mental Health Summit. Come stop by the Disability Pride Pennsylvania table and say hi!
More information here: https://disabilitysummit.com/
Little Sit
Philadelphia
Join Philly Queer Birders, In Color Birding Club, Feminist Bird Club Philly, Philadelphia Center for Adaptive Sports, and Disability PA for a stationary birding event, the Little Sit, at Robert A. Borski Jr. Park on Saturday, May 2nd 8:00am-11:00am! This will be a morning of intentionally accessible birding and we encourage people with all skill levels to attend (even if you have never been birding!)
Snacks and refreshments provided! Bring chairs, picnic blankets, and whatever will make you comfortable while birding!
Rain date is Sunday May 3rd!
Coffee Chat for Professionals
Philadelphia
Professionals getting together to discuss how we can support each other in work spaces over some coffee and breakfast snacks!
This session will be hosted at the TechOWL Community Space.
City Nature Challenge Bioblitz
Philadelphia
UPDATE: EVENT HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED FOR SUNDAY APRIL 26TH DUE TO FORECASTED RAIN
We’re joining Green Philly, Feminist Bird Club Philly, Andrew the Arborist, and the Philadelphia Mycology Club at The Woodlands for this year’s City Nature Challenge! Participants will use the app iNaturalistto explore the biodiversity of The Woodlands (an incredible green space located in West Philadelphia) all while participating in community science! Community science data collected through iNaturalist observations is key to help monitor urban biodiversity health.
Register here: https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/green-philly/city-nature-challenge-bioblitz-at-the-woodlands
Please email Info@DisabilityPridePA.org for accommodation requests!
The BioBlitz will coincide with the West Craft Fest, so parking won't be available on-site. Visitors must park in the surrounding neighborhood, but The Woodlands is easily accessible by public transit, with the 40th Street Trolley Portal right across from the gates.
Disability Pride Harrisburg
Disability Pride Harrisburg returns in partnership with Thrive CIL to celebrate one year of Thrive CIL serving the Harrisburg community. This special event honors the growth of disability-led organizing in Central Pennsylvania and the power of community spaces built by and for disabled people.
Together, we’ll gather for a joyful, accessible celebration of disability pride, connection, and belonging—uplifting disabled voices, local leaders, artists, and organizations while recognizing Thrive CIL’s first year of impact and independence. Whether you’re new to the disability community or have been part of it for years, this celebration is a chance to come together, build relationships, and affirm that disabled people belong here.
Breakfast Wrap Session
Philadelphia
Join us for a FREE breakfast and fun conversation about what’s going on!
Sponsored by Highmark Wholecare
Green Tree School Neurodiversity & Beyond Fair
Philadelphia
We’ll be tabling at the Green Tree School’s Neurodiversity & Beyond Fair!
Autism & Neurodiversity Resource Fair & Family Fun Day
Philadelphia
We’ll be tabling at the 4th annual Autism & Neurodiversity Resource Fair & Family Fun Day hosted by the Philadelphia Sheriff’s Office!
Rev UP Philly
Philadelphia
Join the Rev Up Philly coalition monthly meeting
Proud Philadelphians for Disability Justice!
Join the COALITION of Philadelphia residents, workers, organizations, and businesses to affect change in Philadelphia County for people with disabilities and seniors! A quick google form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd7eRLSeULxVzcPcbzpnq8ZmWKg0heIQpsEptH5B12FxgvbEA/viewform
Meeting is open to everyone interested in making change in the disability space across Philly. Zoom link for monthly meeting:https://disabilitypridephiladelphia-org.zoom.us/j/81258715009?pwd=PR4O2voa0pW356XBq6VKoAl7oN7plC.1 Meeting ID: 812 5871 5009 Passcode: 885719
Cash Bingo
Philadelphia
Join us for an afternoon of bingo with cash prizes and snacks! One winner per game!
Please email Info@DisabilityPridePA.org for accommodation requests!
Sponsored by Highmark Wholecare
Millersville University Disability Pride
Millersville
We’ll be tabling at the 9th annual Millersville University Disability Pride celebration!
Featuring sign making, guest speaker panels, and a disability film festival screening of Rising Phoenix (2020)
This event is free and open to the public!
Find more info and register here: https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/59238357/millersville-university-disability-pride-millersville-student-memorial-center