Iceboy! The Musical at The Goodman Theatre
MUSIC BY MARK HOLLMANN LYRICS BY MARK HOLLMANN AND JAY REISS BOOK BY ERIN QUINN PURCELL AND JAY REISS DIRECTED BY MARC BRUNI CHOREOGRAPHED BY JOANN M. HUNTER STARRING MEGAN […]
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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MUSIC BY MARK HOLLMANN LYRICS BY MARK HOLLMANN AND JAY REISS BOOK BY ERIN QUINN PURCELL AND JAY REISS DIRECTED BY MARC BRUNI CHOREOGRAPHED BY JOANN M. HUNTER STARRING MEGAN […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
MUSIC BY MARK HOLLMANN LYRICS BY MARK HOLLMANN AND JAY REISS BOOK BY ERIN QUINN PURCELL AND JAY REISS DIRECTED BY MARC BRUNI CHOREOGRAPHED BY JOANN M. HUNTER STARRING MEGAN […]
Get ready for a high-energy showdown in this World Cup–themed competition! Participants will be divided into teams and compete in a series of exciting games as they advance through a […]
GLASA 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, […]
MUSIC BY MARK HOLLMANN LYRICS BY MARK HOLLMANN AND JAY REISS BOOK BY ERIN QUINN PURCELL AND JAY REISS DIRECTED BY MARC BRUNI CHOREOGRAPHED BY JOANN M. HUNTER STARRING MEGAN […]
MUSIC BY MARK HOLLMANN LYRICS BY MARK HOLLMANN AND JAY REISS BOOK BY ERIN QUINN PURCELL AND JAY REISS DIRECTED BY MARC BRUNI STARRING MEGAN MULLALLY AND NICK OFFERMAN A […]
Spend an enchanting evening at the theatre with a performance of A Little Night Music. This elegant and witty musical weaves together romance, humor, and unforgettable melodies in a story […]
During the summer, Dare2tri hosts weekly adaptive cycling practices on Chicago's lakefront. Individuals of all experience levels are welcome! Dare2tri coaches and volunteers are on hand to instruct, assist with […]
Weekly adaptive track running and wheelchair pushing practice with Dare2tri on Chicago's lakefront. Coaches and volunteers support athletes of all levels; adaptive racing equipment available. (Mondays, times vary. Free.) Listed […]
About 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).
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.
Events are aggregated from trusted partners including GLASA (Great Lakes Adaptive Sports Association), Access Living, Dare2tri, Diveheart, WDSRA, NSSRA, and the Cultural Access Collaborative.
Across Chicago and the surrounding suburbs (Chicagoland), with some virtual and online options and occasional national adaptive-sports camps and trips.
The calendar syncs automatically every month and can be refreshed at any time, so the list of upcoming adaptive and disability events stays current.