New York Metro Expo Events

Empower your abilities with this incredible line up.

  • Explore how assistive technology can help you or your loved ones bridge the gap between ability and disability! See and try a selection of assistive technology, with options for all disabilities. Ask questions and discuss recommendations to find the most appropriate technology for your abilities… Learn more

    Booth #1316

    Fri, Sat, Sun

    Assistive Technology Showcase
  • Meet representatives of disability and emergency management organizations who are active in emergency planning and are working to ensure the NY Metro region will be more resilient when disaster strikes. Gain vital personal preparedness tips to help you create realistic plans to meet your needs,… Learn more

    Booth #844

    Fri, Sat, Sun

    Emergency Preparedness Resource Booth
  • What tricks do you use to get yourself off the ground? How are your curb-hopping skills? Are you able-bodied and want to learn some manual wheelchair skills? We can help! Brush up on old skills and learn new ones from others. The Manual Wheelchair Skills… Learn more

    Booth #753

    Fri, Sat, Sun

    Manual Wheelchair Skills for Everyone
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    Adaptive Climbing Wall

    Presented by Mark Wellman (Adventure Athlete and Founder, No Limits)

    Come climb on an indoor climbing wall! Adaptive climbing is possible for people of ALL abilities! Meet the best person to learn adaptive climbing from – Mark Wellman! Mark has a spinal cord injury (SCI) and is an adventure athlete, speaker, and author. Climb the… Learn more

    #1229

    Fri, Sat, Sun

    Adaptive Climbing Wall
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    All About Service Dogs

    Presented by Kristin Hartness (Executive Director, CDK)

    Service dogs can help you achieve more independence in your life. Assisting with all types of tasks, from picking up a cell phone to providing physical stability to counting money, and more! Service dogs are available for people with many different disabilities, including vision and… Learn more

    Events Arena

    Fri, 11:15am–12:00pm

    All About Service Dogs
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    Disability & Relationships: Our Interabled Love Story

    Presented by Shane and Hannah Burcaw (Youtubers and Disability Advocates)

    Much of society wrongly believes people with disabilities cannot be valuable romantic partners. Shane and Hannah—who are married and run a prominent YouTube channel called Squirmy and Grubs—will share the hilarious ups and downs of their relationship to disprove this damaging concept.  Don’t miss a… Learn more

    Events Arena

    Fri, 12:15pm–1:15pm

    Disability & Relationships: Our Interabled Love Story
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    WOW Dance Fitness Party!

    Presented by Justin Graham, NASM-CPT, FNS (Certified Personal Trainer and Founder, WOW Wheelchair Fitness)

    Staying Happy and Healthy is a great way to get you through 2025 and you do not have to do it alone! Join W.O.W. for tips, tricks, and workouts to build a happier healthier YOU! Fitness is a journey and W.O.W. is here to get… Learn more

    Events Arena

    Fri, 1:45pm–2:15pm

    WOW Dance Fitness Party!
  • Ready to break a sweat?! Challenge yourself in our Total Body Circuit class, a high-energy workout designed to target every muscle group for a full-body burn and maximum results! Learn more: https://wheelwithmeadaptfit.com/ Learn more

    Events Arena

    Fri, 3:30pm–4:00pm

    Total Body Circuit
  • Join Envision Dance Exchange (lead by Artistic Director Susan Coutts) in a few showcased dances; then join us as you unleash your inner dancer in warm-ups & easily followed steps at any level as the participant is given the opportunity to learn routines and choreography  in the styles of… Learn more

    Events Arena

    Fri, 4:15pm–4:45pm

    Come Dance with Us! Movin’ & Groovin’!
  • Join married couple and disability advocates Shane and Hannah Burcaw for an open audience Q&A session. Come ready with questions about their work as content creators, writing books, and their interabled love story. Don’t miss hearing Shane and Hannah speak on their interabled love story… Learn more

    Events Arena

    Sat, 11:30am–12:30pm

    Q&A with YouTubers, Writers, and Disability Advocates: Squirmy and Grubs!
  • Experience all-abilities tap dancing! Learn how Tap-Dancing Hands Down works. Join in by tapping with the performers using your own abilities. Next, divide into groups to learn and have fun with “follow-ups” and “call and response” (standard tap-dancing skills). There will be a challenge between… Learn more

    Events Arena

    Sat, 1:00pm–1:30pm

    Tap-Dancing Hands Down
  • Power Hockey is essentially floor hockey for power wheelchair users. The sport follows the rules and regulations of the United States Electric Wheelchair Hockey Association (USEWHA) and is open to all competent power wheelchair users. The Philadelphia Flyers Powerplay team is made up of about… Learn more

    Events Arena

    Sat, 1:45pm–2:30pm

    Try Power Wheelchair Floor Hockey!
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    WOW Dance Fitness Party!

    Presented by Justin Graham, NASM-CPT, FNS (Certified Personal Trainer and Founder, WOW Wheelchair Fitness)

    Staying Happy and Healthy is a great way to get you through 2025 and you do not have to do it alone! Join W.O.W. for tips, tricks, and workouts to build a happier healthier YOU! Fitness is a journey and W.O.W. is here to get… Learn more

    Events Arena

    Sat, 2:45pm–3:15pm

    WOW Dance Fitness Party!
  • Join Artistic Director Zazel-Chavah O’Garra and ZCO/DANCEPROJECT for an adaptive and creative movement class designed to foster connection, trust, and the joy of movement in a supportive environment. The class begins with exercises to awaken the body, followed by technical work focused on proper alignment.… Learn more

    Events Arena

    Sat, 3:30pm–4:00pm

    Dance-Based Exercise for Self-Care and Mindfulness
  • Join our Adaptive Core Cardio Workout to strengthen your core, boost endurance, and improve overall stability with tailored exercises for all abilities. Everyone is welcome! Learn more: https://wheelwithmeadaptfit.com/ Learn more

    Events Arena

    Sat, 4:15pm–4:45pm

    Core Cardio!
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    All About Service Dogs

    Presented by Kristin Hartness (Executive Director, CDK)

    Service dogs can help you achieve more independence in your life. Assisting with all types of tasks, from picking up a cell phone to providing physical stability to counting money, and more! Service dogs are available for people with many different disabilities, including vision and… Learn more

    Events Arena

    Sun, 11:15am–12:00pm

    All About Service Dogs
  • Join us for an unforgettable afternoon of movement and joy at “Everybody Dance!” This inclusive and interactive dance event celebrates diversity, accessibility, and the universal language of dance. Learn more at cmde.org, or connect with us on Instagram and Facebook! Learn more

    Events Arena

    Sun, 12:15pm–12:45pm

    Everybody Dance!
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    WOW Dance Fitness Party!

    Presented by Justin Graham, NASM-CPT, FNS (Certified Personal Trainer and Founder, WOW Wheelchair Fitness)

    Staying Happy and Healthy is a great way to get you through 2025 and you do not have to do it alone! Join W.O.W. for tips, tricks, and workouts to build a happier healthier YOU! Fitness is a journey and W.O.W. is here to get… Learn more

    Events Arena

    Sun, 1:00pm–1:30pm

    WOW Dance Fitness Party!