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May 16
-Aug 16

Youth Wheelchair Track: West Roxbury

West Roxbury, MA, through August 15th, 2026, with Adaptive Sports New England. Adaptive Sports New England’s track program is held on a weekly basis with experienced coaches who can aid athletes in improving their racing...

Jun 25

Disability Law Center Community Conversations

Brockton, MA, June 25th, 2026. Each year, DLC asks the disability community about the legal issues that matter most. They want to hear your concerns and work together to create positive change. Boston – Wednesday,...

Jun 27

Best Buddies Day with the Worcester Woo Sox

Worcester, MA, June 27th, 2026. Join Best Buddies at 4:05 PM on Saturday, June 27, 2026, for Best Buddies Day. Get to the ballpark early to catch pregame ceremonies highlighting Best Buddies. And don’t forget...

Jun 29
-Aug 10

Inclusive Sailing Programs for Those with Disabilities

East Boston, Summer 2026 classes, June 29th – August 10th, 2026, with Piers Park Sailing. Classes accommodate youth with disabilities age 6-22 who can enroll at a discounted rate in the Harbor Explorers, Science of...

Jul 4

“Morningstar Access” Boston Children’s Museum

Boston, MA, July 4th, 2026, 8 – 10 a.m., “Masks Optional” event. Morningstar AccessMorningstar Access offers children with special needs/medical needs the opportunity to visit the Museum at a time when there are only a...

Jul 5
-Oct 31

Para Rowing Intake – New Participants Only

Brighton, through October 31st, 2026. With Community Rowing in Brighton. There are several Para programs offered at CRI that suit the needs of new, recreational, competitive & elite rowers with a wide range of physical...

Jul 6
-Aug 14

Athlete & Caregiver Inclusive Fitness: Burlington

Burlington, MA, July 6th – August 14th, 2026, with the Burlington Recreation Department. For Ages 12+ with a disability and their caregiver. The Caregiver & Me small group classes are designed so that the neurodivergent...

Jul 8

Disability Law Center Community Conversations

Virtual, July 8th, 2026. Each year, DLC asks the disability community about the legal issues that matter most. They want to hear your concerns and work together to create positive change. Boston – Wednesday, June...

Jul 13
-Jul 17

Strengthening Partnerships: Train the Trainers

July 13 & July 15 (8:30-12:30pm in person) July 17 8:30-10:30am (remote), with the Massachusetts’ Statewide Family Engagment Center. Registration deadline – July cohort: June 29, 2026. Free.  * Join MASFEC for an in-depth exploration...

Jul 14

Rally for Wheelchair Repairs in Boston

Boston, MA, July 14, 2026, with the Disability Policy Consortium and Boston Center for Independent Living. Open to the public. 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM. Wheelchair users across Massachusetts are coming together to raise awareness...

Jul 15

Americans with Disabilities Act Celebration: Boston

Boston City Hall Plaza, July 15th, 2026, 12 – 2 p.m. Join the Boston Disability Commission, local organizations, and the disability community to celebrate the 35th anniversary of the passing of the Americans with Disabilities...

Jul 19
-Jul 21

CVI Cortical/Cerebral Visual Impairment Family Conference

Boston, MA, July 19th – 21st, 2026, with Perkins School for the Blind of Watertown, MA. The 2026 CVI Conference dedicated to the leading cause of childhood blindness. Explore assessment tools, the latest research, and...

Aug 1

“Morningstar Access” Boston Children’s Museum

Boston, MA, August 1, 2026, 8 – 10 a.m., “Masks Optional” event. Morningstar AccessMorningstar Access offers children with special needs/medical needs the opportunity to visit the Museum at a time when there are only a...

Aug 1

“BeachAbility” Day in East Boston

East Boston, MA, August 1st, 2026, with Triangle Inc. of Malden. Celebrate summer in Boston at the beach with Beach:Accessibility Day. * This family-friendly event is accessible, free, and open to the public. * Pack...

Aug 3

Proactive Wellness: Navigating Aging & Health in Down Syndrome

Webinar, August 3rd, 2026, with the The Center on Down Syndrome & Aging at the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Part of the Center’s webinar series exploring the unique experiences and challenges associated with aging for individuals...

Aug 7

Sensory Friendly Celebrate Burlington

Burlington, MA, August 7th, 2026, 6 – 8 p.m., on the Town Common, with the Burlington Recreation Department. Burlington residents only. Spots are extremely limited. For ALL AGES with a disability and their caregiver. The...

Sep 5

“Morningstar Access” Boston Children’s Museum

Boston, MA, September 5th, 2026, 8 – 10 a.m., “ALL MASKS ON” event. Morningstar AccessMorningstar Access offers children with special needs/medical needs the opportunity to visit the Museum at a time when there are only...

Sep 8
-Sep 9

Transition to Adult Disability Info

Virtual Group, September 8th & 9th, 2026, with the Statewide Director for Vision and Vision Loss Services at the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS).  A monthly virtual Caregiver Support Group for anyone working with...

Sep 26

All Aboard Accessible & Adaptive Cycling for Everyone

Natick, MA, September 26th, 2026, with the The Town of Natick. The Town of Natick presents All Aboard, an accessible and adaptive cycling program. Anyone that has a mobility limitation and wants to experience cycling...

Oct 1

Create a Better Day Through Meaningful Engagement

Webinar, October 1st, 2026, with the The Center on Down Syndrome & Aging at the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Part of the Center’s webinar series exploring the unique experiences and challenges associated with aging for individuals...

Oct 6

“Focus” on Vision Impairment & Blindness Conference

Norwood, MA, with Virtual Opportunties, October 6th, 2026, with Vision and Vision Loss Services at the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS). “Focus” on Vision Impairment & Blindness Conference  – Meeting the Needs of Individuals with Intellectual...

Oct 17

All Aboard Accessible & Adaptive Cycling for Everyone

Natick, MA, October 17th, 2026, with the The Town of Natick. The Town of Natick presents All Aboard, an accessible and adaptive cycling program. Anyone that has a mobility limitation and wants to experience cycling...

Oct 17

Rare New England Conference 2026

Attleboro, MA, October 17, 2026. Rare New England will host Advancing Rare Together: Education, Empowerment and Connections. and is for patients and families. RNE invites you to be part of an engaging and impactful conference...

Nov 3

Caring for the Caregiver: Strategies for Your Own Well-Being

Webinar, November 3rd, 2026, with the The Center on Down Syndrome & Aging at the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Part of the Center’s webinar series exploring the unique experiences and challenges associated with aging for individuals...