Barefoot in the Park – ASL Performance at Theatre of Western Springs
Barefoot in the Park by Neil Simon will be performing at the Theatre of Western Springs. Use code MOTOASL to get $5 off! A young newlywed couple settles into their […]
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Get Active: Chicago Adaptive Sports & Disability Events Calendar
Discover upcoming adaptive sports, recreation, and disability-community events across Chicago and the suburbs — wheelchair sports, adaptive cycling, accessible theatre, scuba, and more. Project Awaken brings together listings from trusted partners so you can find ways to get active, connect, and thrive.
Use the color-coded filters below to browse events by organization.
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Theatre of Western Springs, 4384 Hampton Ave, Western Springs, 60558, United States
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The Attic: ASL-Interpreted Performance at the Goodman Theatre
Goodman Theatre, 170 N Dearborn St, Chicago, 60601, United StatesASL-Interpreted Performance Friday, September 25 at 7:30pm The 7 Fingers is “pulse-raising magic” (The New York Times). From the primal vista of her childhood bedroom springs Shana Carroll’s wildly imaginative, […]
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The Attic: Open-Captioned Performance at the Goodman Theatre
Goodman Theatre, 170 N Dearborn St, Chicago, 60601, United StatesOpen-Captioned Performance Sunday, September 27 at 2:00pm The 7 Fingers is “pulse-raising magic” (The New York Times). From the primal vista of her childhood bedroom springs Shana Carroll’s wildly imaginative, ground-breaking […]
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Hack for Accessibility 2026 at McDonald’s Global HQ
McDonald’s Global HQ, 1035 West Randolph Street, Chicago, IL, 60607, United StatesHack for Accessibility is back, and this year, we’re bringing together an incredible community at the Global McDonald’s Headquarters in Chicago! Join Code Your Dreams, Deaf Kids Code, AIxDisability, and […]
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Play For All at Chicago Children’s Museum
Chicago Children’s Museum, 700 E. Grand Ave., Chicago, IL, 60611-3580, United StatesPlay For All invites children and families with disabilities and Museum members to come and experience CCM’s inclusive, multisensory exhibits and programs. The museum opens at 10 am for Play […]
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KOWALSKI – Audio Described Performance at Lookingglass Theatre
Lookingglass Theatre, 163 E Pearson St, Chicago, IL, 60611, United StatesFrom the Off-Broadway Production Lookingglass Theatre presents KOWALSKI Limited Engagement Starring Emmy and Golden Globe nominee Johnny Galecki Gregg Ostrin’s Acclaimed New Play imagines the pivotal first meeting between Tennessee […]
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Topdog Underdog : ASL Interpreted performance at Steppenwolf Theatre
Steppenwolf Theatre Company, 1650 N. Halsted Street, Chicago, 60614, United StatesTOPDOG UNDERDOG by Suzan-Lori Parks Directed by Kenny Leon Brothers Lincoln and Booth, named in jest, are two Black men living in America just trying to get by. Lincoln dresses […]
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Dead Girl’s Quinceañera: ASL-Interpreted Performance at the Goodman Theatre
Goodman Theatre, 170 N Dearborn St, Chicago, 60601, United StatesAmerican Sign Language-Interpreted Performance Friday, October 16 at 7:30pm Use code SIGN for $40 ($31 ticket plus $9 handling fee) Detective skills: unverified. Determination: unmatched. FACT: Maria was last seen […]
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Dead Girl’s Quinceañera: Open-Captioned Performance at the Goodman Theatre
Goodman Theatre, 170 N Dearborn St, Chicago, 60601, United StatesDead Girl’s Quinceañera: Open-Captioned Performance Sunday, October 18 at 2:00pm Detective skills: unverified. Determination: unmatched. FACT: Maria was last seen at her Quinceañera. FACT: The party ended early due to […]
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Topdog Underdog : Audio Described performance and Touch Tour at Steppenwolf Theatre
Steppenwolf Theatre Company, 1650 N. Halsted Street, Chicago, 60614, United StatesTOPDOG UNDERDOG by Suzan-Lori Parks Directed by Kenny Leon Brothers Lincoln and Booth, named in jest, are two Black men living in America just trying to get by. Lincoln dresses […]
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Adirondack Chair Circle : ASL performance at Steppenwolf Theatre
Steppenwolf Theatre Company, 1650 N. Halsted Street, Chicago, 60614, United StatesADIRONDACK CHAIR CIRCLE written by Stephanie Alison Walker Directed by Pam Mackinnon Banna has it all… Or at least that’s what the other suburban moms think. Beneath the charcuterie boards, […]
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A Christmas Carol: ASL Interpreted Performance
Goodman Theatre, 170 N Dearborn St, Chicago, 60601, United StatesA Christmas Carol: American Sign Language-Interpreted Performance Friday, December 4 at 7:30pm “I will honor Christmas in my heart, and try to keep it all the year.” Millions have rediscovered […]
Frequently Asked Questions
About the Get Active Calendar
What kinds of events are on the Get Active calendar?
Adaptive and inclusive sports, recreation, fitness, arts, and community events for people with disabilities across Chicago — including wheelchair basketball and football, adaptive cycling, track and field, swimming, adaptive scuba diving, and accessible theatre (ASL-interpreted, audio-described, and open-captioned performances).
Who can attend these disability and adaptive sports events?
Most events welcome people with physical disabilities and visual impairments along with their families, friends, sighted guides, and volunteers. Many events are free; each listing links to full details and registration.
Which organizations are featured on the calendar?
Events are aggregated from trusted partners including GLASA (Great Lakes Adaptive Sports Association), Access Living, Dare2tri, Diveheart, WDSRA, NSSRA, and the Cultural Access Collaborative.
Where are the events held?
Across Chicago and the surrounding suburbs (Chicagoland), with some virtual and online options and occasional national adaptive-sports camps and trips.
How often is the events calendar updated?
The calendar syncs automatically every month and can be refreshed at any time, so the list of upcoming adaptive and disability events stays current.
