Celebrate Disability Pride Month and the 35th Anniversary of the ADA with a powerful showcase honoring the creativity, resilience, and contributions of the disability community.
Join us to learn more about community resources! Several local organizations will be available to talk about services, resources, and provide demonstrations of adaptive equipment and assistive technology.
Fragrance sensitivity can be a serious health issue for some people. This can include strongly scented lotions, perfumes, and cigarette smoke. Please be mindful of this while attending the event, and please refrain from wearing products with a strong fragrance.
View the event schedule and learn more!
Meet our community resources:
Adaptive Sled Hockey, Alliance of Disability Advocates, Arts Access NC, Artspace, ComMotion – Community in Motion, Disability Rights NC, GoRaleigh Access, L’Arch North Carolina, Low Vision Rehab Solutions, Marbles, Miracle League, NAMI - National Alliance of Mental Illness, NC ABLE, NC Assistive Technology Program, NC Division of Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, NC State University - Catalyst Program, Raleigh’s Specialized Recreation & Inclusive Services Program, Raleigh Tennis Association – Adaptive Tennis Program, Raleigh-Wake Council of the Blind, Senior Community Care of NC PACE, The Arc of NC, Triangle Disability & Autism Services, and Triangle Federation of the Blind.
Parking Information:
Street Parking – Free on Weekends
City Center Deck ( 429 S. Wilmington St.) – Free on weekends (approximately 3 blocks away)
Performing Arts Dec (128 W. South St.) - $10 (located behind the Raleigh Convention Center)
Convention Center Underground Parking - $3/hr., up to $15 per day (next to Raleigh Convention Center)
For more details, please check the website: Raleigh Downtown Parking Map
The original Disability Pride flag was created by Ann Magill, who has cerebral palsy. It was developed to raise awareness and as a symbol of solidarity, acceptance and pride. In 2021 Magill collaborated with others to update the flag to be more accessible. Each color stripe represents a different group within the disability community:
The diagonal stripes are set on a faded black background to symbolize mourning for those who have experienced neglect, violence, and death due to the disability. This flag also represents individuals cutting through darkness and barriers that separate them from society.
ASL Interpreters, CART, Assistive Listening Devices, and Audio Description will be provided. If you have a different reasonable accommodation request, please contact ADA@raleighnc.gov by July 7. Every effort will be made to fulfill requests received after this date. To learn more about accessibility at the Raleigh Convention Center, please visit Accessibility | Raleigh Convention Center