Rotary Grove Fest
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Project Awaken Events
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.
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Shooting
You will gain practical skills in the art of shooting and marksmanship at GLASA’s Shooting (Air Rifle) program. GLASA provides all the rifles, targets, tables, chairs, and pellets. Stands are provided for those who are unable to hold up the rifle. Teen & Adult (Ages 13+) Wheelchair & Ambulatory Please check the calendar in SportsPlus […]
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Roller Workout (Virtual)
The roller workouts provide a variety of pushes to enhance speed, cardio, and endurance for the beginner to the competitive racer. Contact chousner@glasa.org if you need a roller. Teen & Adult; Wheelchair only Please check the calendar in SportsPlus for the most up-to-date schedule. The link to join the Zoom session is listed under “Resources” […]
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Swim
The Instructional Swim* program is for individuals who have a physical or visual disability who are new to swimming. Athletes will be assigned one-on-one to a volunteer swim instructor. Floatation devices will not be used in the teaching progression. Thursday evenings in Carol Stream Also offered on Sunday evenings in Lake Forest *Limited space available. Please contact […]
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Catch as Catch Can – Open Caption Performance at Steppenwolf Theatre Company
Steppenwolf Theatre Company, 1650 N. Halsted Street, Chicago, 60614, United StatesCATCH AS CATCH CAN Written by Mia Chung Directed by ensemble member Amy Morton When a prodigal son returns to blue collar New England, his homecoming sets off a spiraling crisis for two families, threatening not only their relationships but their very identities. In Mia Chung’s wildly inventive Catch as Catch Can, three actors take […]
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Train2Race Camp
Pleasant Prairie, WIA multi-day paratriathlon training camp for athletes with physical disabilities and visual impairments. Dare2tri coaches and volunteers provide hands-on instruction across swimming, cycling, and running, with adaptive equipment fitting and race preparation. All experience levels welcome. Listed by Dare2tri. View details / register
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Powerlifting
Paralympic powerlifting, also known as para powerlifting and para-lifting, is an adaptation of the sport of powerlifting for athletes with disabilities. The only discipline in Paralympic powerlifting is the bench press. For competition, the bench press is the sport’s single discipline, with 10 different categories based on body weight. Competitors must lower the bar to […]
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Youth Tennis
Instruction is provided for youth and beginner players who are ambulatory, use a manual chair, or power chair. Sports chairs may be available upon request. Tennis courts are located in Winnetka, IL Please check the calendar in SportsPlus for the most up-to-date schedule. Listed by GLASA. View details / register
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Adult/Competitive Tennis
Instruction is provided for intermediate and tournament players who are ambulatory, use a manual or power chair. Sports chairs may be available upon request. Tennis courts are located in Winnetka, IL Please check the calendar in SportsPlus for the most up-to-date schedule. Listed by GLASA. View details / register
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Track & Field
Lake Forest High School, 1285 N. McKinley Rd., Lake Forest, 60045, United StatesGLASA provides a continuum of coaching for both ambulatory and wheelchair track and field from the beginner to elite level athlete. Being part of Team GLASA provides access to equipment, cross-training, dedicated coaches with Paralympic experience, logistical assistance, individual goal setting, and a schedule of competitions based on the caliber of the athlete. Youth, Teen […]
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Cubs vs. Brewers
Milwaukee, WI, United StatesHit the road for a fun-filled baseball getaway as the group travels from Chicago to Milwaukee to watch the Chicago Cubs take on the Milwaukee Brewers! Enjoy the excitement of a classic division matchup in a lively stadium atmosphere, surrounded by fellow fans. With great company, ballpark favorites, and America’s pastime on full display, it’s […]
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New Works at Berger Park Cultural Center
Berger Park Cultural Center, 6205 N Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL, 60660, United StatesSynapse Arts and the 2026 New Works artists Aurora Tabar, Christine Shallenberg, and Qū Jié 曲洁 invite you to our culminating performances! The annual New Works program provides rehearsal space, mentorship, career building, and stipends to support underrepresented dance artists as they try new things. At Berger Park Cultural Center, 6205 N. Sheridan Rd in […]
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.
