Celebrate July Disability Pride Month

Disability Unite July Events - Information & FAQ's

New York Citywide Events

Spanning all five boroughs of NYC, Disability Pride Month gives us the opportunity for our communities to come together in pride and unite in power. The month also spreads awareness and educates allies about disability rights as civil rights – including disability culture and access accommodations. Let’s continue to embody the spirit of the Americans with Disabilities Act and create a NYC that is a global center for disability pride, arts and culture, and inclusive businesses!

📣 July 1 Press Conference: 10 Years of Disability Pride in NYC

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 | 12 PM
Location: David N. Dinkins Municipal Building, 1 Centre Street, 5th Floor Conference Room
Let us know you’re coming (space is limited): 🔗 RSVP Form

Disability Unite, the 504 Democratic Club, Project Access for All, and Art Beyond Sight warmly invite New York’s elected officials, disability advocates, and community members to come together for a joyful, moving, and history-making gathering.

Join Comptroller Brad Lander, Public Advocate Jumaane Williams, Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso, Council Leaders, Albany legislators, and disability leaders including Dr. Sharon McLennon-Weir, Center for Indepence of the Disabled, to celebrate a decade of official recognition of Disability Pride Month in NYC—and launch a month of powerful community events including the Disability Unite Festival events, 35 years of the ADA, 40 years of Disability Representation in Media Week including celebrating 400 years of disabled people as part of New York City history.

In 2015, longtime advocate Mike Schweinsburg led the successful campaign to have July officially recognized as Disability Pride Month in NYC. On his birthday, July 1st, he received the proclamation from MOPD Commissioner Victor Calise and Mayor Bill de Blasio—an unforgettable gift that marked a historic milestone. This year, Mike will share that historical proclamation with the community, as we celebrate his continued birthday gift: the 10th anniversary of Disability Pride in New York City.

📄 Read the Proclamation Transcript (PDF)
 

NYC Borough Presidents - Disability Unite Events

Disability Pride will be launched in partnership with each Borough President’s Office and the local Disability Community!

Borough Hall Events

Bronx Flag IconBronx

Thursday, July 7th from 11 AM to 4 PM

Bronx Borough Hall (851 Grand Concourse)

Traveling by Subway (nearest accessible station): 161 Street Yankee Stadium (B, D, 4 Trains)

Traveling by Car: Enter the address 851 Grand Concourse into your navigation.

Register for the event

 

Brooklyn Flag IconBrooklyn

TBD, July TBD from TBD AM to TBD PM

Brooklyn Borough Hall (209 Joralemon St)

Traveling by Subway (nearest accessible station): Borough Hall (Train 2, 3) or Jay Street Metro Tech (A, C, F, and R Trains)

Traveling by Car: Enter the address 209 Joralemon Street into your navigation.

Register for the event

 

Manhattan Borough Flag Icon Manhattan

TBD, July TBD from TBD PM to TBD PM

Manhattan Borough Hall (1 Centre Street, 19th Floor)

Traveling by Subway (nearest accessible station): Brooklyn Bridge - City Hall (4, 5, 6 Trains) or Chambers Street (J Train)

Traveling by Car: Enter the address 1 Centre Street into your navigation.

Register for the event

 

ImageQueens

Thursday, July 24th from 3 PM to 5 PM

Flushing Public Library (41-17 Main St)

Traveling by Subway (nearest accessible station): Kew Gardens - Union Tpke (E, F Trains)

Traveling by Car: Enter the address 120-55 Queens Boulevard into your navigation.

Register for the event

 

Staten Island

Monday, July 28 from 9:30 AM to 2:00 PM

College of Staten Island Performing Arts Center (2800 Victory Blvd - Building 1P)

Traveling by Public Transportation

Traveling by Car: Enter the address 2800 Victory Blvd into your navigation.

Register for the event

 

Disability Unite Festival Returns July 13

Join us for a free celebration of Disability Pride and community on July 13th! We're taking it to the next level with this year’s hybrid event, combining in-person festivities at Central Park Naumburg Bandshell in NYC and an exclusive online experience. Mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable day as we mark the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act!

Event Schedule

  • 11:00 AM - "Know Your Rights" Training (In-Person)
  • 12:00 PM - On-Stage Performances (In-Person & Online)
  • 4:00 PM - Exclusive Virtual Experience (Online)
  • All performances are streamed on DisabilityUnite.org so that you can join this community moment with people around the world. There is no cost. Register for the Disability Unite Festival!

 

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Disability Unite Festival Travel Information

 

 Join in a citywide celebration of Disability Pride for the NYC community, and virtually for communities across the country.

  • The event will have 3 different live streamed “stages”, with music, dance, visual artworks, and more. Join us in-person or engage virtually with friends, family, and the community. There’s something for everyone at the Disability Unite Festival!

  • Curators and Disability Unite’s Got Talent’s crowdsourcing contest selected the artists! Those with the most nominations will proceed to the voting round of DU’s Got Talent. Winners will receive a paid performance slot at #DisabilityUniteFestival and be featured in all event promotions. Follow @DisabilityUnite on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram for more information!