Events, activities, and programs

Find information about events, activities and programs for people with lived experience of disability.

Event/activities 

International Day of People with Disability

International Day of People with Disability is held on 3 December each year. Visit the website to find out about events celebrating this day.

The event will include music by local artist Sophie Zimmermann, a panel discussion with special guests, as well as networking and canapes and drink on arrival.

Guest speakers include:

  • Brendan Somerville from Spinal Life
  • Stephanie Whelan from Equity Works
  • Payge Hollis from Here, Now, Next
  • Verena Olesch (CEO) from the Maleny Botanic Garden and Bird World

The panel discussion will talk about employment for people with disabilities and how to become a more accessible and inclusive tourism destination.

Access Ignites Panel Event | Humanitix

All Access Day at the Beach 2023

Other programs and activities you can join

Healthy Sunshine Coast is a holistic low-cost community program for all fitness levels. The program aims to help you move well, eat well, sleep well, think well and connect well and includes activities for all-abilities.

Aquatic Centres and Pools have ramps and/or hoist access and heated pools across the network. 

Accessible Beaches Program provides beach matting, wheelchairs and life jackets at participating locations.