Disability Pride Month 2026
Published on 02 July 2026
July is Disability Pride Month, celebrating identity, accessibility, inclusion and belonging across Banyule, an international recognition of the identities, experiences, contributions, advocacy and voices of people with disability.
Explore the lists of various events on this page to find out what’s happening and how to get involved.
What to expect
Disability Pride Month recognises disability as a natural part of human diversity. Many of the barriers people experience are created by inaccessible environments, systems and attitudes, not by disability itself.
We are partnering with local organisations, programs, businesses, advocates and community members to celebrate accessibility, inclusion, participation and belonging across our community.
Through stories, events, partnerships and shared experiences, Disability Pride Month highlights the many ways people with disability contribute to community life and offers opportunities for people to connect, participate and belong.
Events, programs and opportunities
Throughout July 2026, local organisations, community groups, libraries, businesses, recreation providers and services will be hosting activities and opportunities across Banyule.
Inclusive activities at Rosanna Fire Station Community House
Come along and try an activity of your choice. These sessions are designed for adults with intellectual disability, physical disability or mental health challenges. Carers and participants in the Home and Community Care Program for Younger People are also welcome.
Morning or afternoon tea is included.
Session details
- When: Every Thursday and Friday from 16 July 2026 (until end of July)
- Where: 232 Lower Plenty Road, Rosanna
- Cost: $10 per session
Thursday programs
- 10.00am – 12.30pm: Daily Living Skills
- 1.00pm – 3.00pm: Performance Group
- 1.00pm – 3.00pm: Creative Art Class
Friday programs
- 10.00am – 12.30pm: Celebrate Through Art
- 1.00pm – 3.00pm: Friday Songbirds
- 1.00pm – 3.00pm: Friday U2 Club
Bookings
Bookings are essential.
Call 9458 1935 or visit RFCS website to find out more or to book.
Jets Express inclusive arts program
Jets Express is a weekly creative arts program for young people with disability, including neurodivergent young people. Participants can explore music, visual arts, animation and collaborative projects in a supportive and inclusive environment while building confidence, skills and social connections.
Session details
- When: Every Monday during school term
- Time: 4.00pm – 6.30pm
- Where: Jets Studios, 2/24 The Concord, Bundoora
- Cost: Free (registration required)
Bookings
Registration is required to attend.
Call 9098 8000 or visit Jets Express program page to find out more or to register.
WaterMarc all-abilities program
WaterMarc offers a range of inclusive recreation and wellbeing programs that support community members of all abilities to participate in physical activity and social connection.
Programs
All Abilities Dance Class
- When: Tuesdays, 4.00pm
- Where: Main Group Fitness Studio, WaterMarc
- Cost: $5
All Abilities Aqua Dance
- When: Wednesdays, 10.30am
- Where: Warm Water Program Pool, WaterMarc
- Cost: $5
Wheelchair Boccia
- When: Thursdays, 3.00pm
- Where: Main Group Fitness Studio, WaterMarc
- Cost: Free
Chair Yoga
- When: Fridays, 12.40pm
- Where: Wellbeing Studio, WaterMarc
- Cost: $5
Bookings
Contact WaterMarc at enquiries@watermarcbanyule.com.au or on 9422 6111 to book or find out more.
Life skills and somatic dance at Olympic Neighbourhood House
These programs support people with additional needs to build confidence, independence and wellbeing through creative, practical and movement-based activities. Participants can develop everyday skills, connect with others and engage in inclusive learning environments.
Programs
Life Skills for Independence
This practical course supports participants to build confidence and independence through skills in cooking, budgeting, technology, wellbeing and communication.
- When: Wednesdays from 22 July 2026
- Time: 9.30am – 3.00pm
- Where: 233 Southern Road, Heidelberg West
- Cost: $162.10 concession | $209.40 full fee
Find out more or book via the Life Skills for Independence course page.
Somatic Dance for Neurodivergent Children
- When: Saturdays from 25 July to 12 September
- Time: 10.30am – 12.00pm
- Where: Rosanna Baptist Church
- Enrolments close: 16 July
Contact Olympic Neighbourhood House on 0477 775 012 or 9087 1155, or complete the form on the Somatic Dance program page to enrol or find out more.