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Be the Reason 20th Annual AccessAbility fest is a milestone success!
The 2026 AccessAbility fest on Saturday, October 3rd at Travis Park, and surrounding facilities, includes a Resource Festival, Educational Conference, and the abilitySTRONG March, celebrating inclusion, connection, and community spirit!
By volunteering, you help create an unforgettable experience where attendees can discover resources, enjoy live performances, and connect with organizations that support independence and inclusion. Every minute you give helps make our community more welcoming — a place where everyone can truly live, learn, work, and play without barriers.
Ready to make an impact?
Individual Volunteers, click "Register"
Groups of 4 or more, click "Reserve"
Volunteer Training: Go through a quick crash course in disability confidence as well as learn the details of the event such as what to wear, where to meet, parking, expectations etc.
Training Dates (Select One):
Zoom: Wednesday, September 24th 6:00 PM
In-Person: Saturday, September 27th 10:00 AM at (disABILITYsa Office, 2515 Blanco Rd. 78212)
Zoom Recording: Will be sent out to all volunteers in a follow-up email although it is recommended to attend a live meeting to ensure all questions are answered AHEAD of time.
The purpose of this training is to discuss disability sensitivity and event information. We will be able to answer any questions you may have about this event during the training.
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Shifts (30)
| Shift | Start Time | End Time | Description | Registrants Needed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Set-up Team | 5:30am (CT) | 8:30am (CT) | Unload and Set-up Team Members play a crucial role in preparing Travis Park for the 20th Annual AccessAbility fest. This team is essential to ensuring all exhibitors, sponsors, and guests have a safe, inviting, and accessible event experience. Volunteers will assist with unloading vehicles, transporting supplies, and setting up event... | 5/10 | Over |
| AccessAbility fest Festival Set-Up | 6:00am (CT) | 9:30am (CT) | Volunteers will assist with the set-up of tents, tables, chairs, signage, exhibitor assignments, registration, etc. Report to volunteer check in upon arrival to pick up a map and instructions. Please plan to arrive on time to ensure we are set up before the event start time! | 3/20 | Over |
| Event Team Leads | 6:00am (CT) | 4:30pm (CT) | Team Leads play a critical role in creating a welcoming, inclusive, and smooth festival experience for all participants. As the bridge between event organizers and volunteer teams, Team Leads ensure that resources, activities, and accessibility supports run effectively. These leadership positions are essential to the success of AccessAbility fest, helping... | 2/12 | Over |
| "Follow Me" Hosts (Shift 1) | 8:00am (CT) | 12:00pm (CT) | Walk around the event grounds and let people know about the topic area on your sign. Your sign will read "Follow Me to...". We'll make sure you know where this location is and what exhibitors are in that location. Volunteers will assist people in finding their way to the areas... | 1/5 | Over |
| AccessAbility fest Photographer | 8:00am (CT) | 12:00pm (CT) | Personal camera required. Volunteers will roam the grounds of the event capturing those special moments of attendees, volunteers, exhibitors, musical performers, mascots, etc. After the event, you can share photos using a Dropbox, Google Drive, or USB. | 0/4 | Over |
| Attendee Surveyor (Shift 1) | 8:00am (CT) | 12:00pm (CT) | Survey various attendees about their AccessAbility fest experience and more. Volunteers will enter the names of those who completed the surveys into a drawing throughout the event for several prizes. | 1/10 | Over |
| Event Greeter (Shift 1) | 8:00am (CT) | 12:00pm (CT) | Volunteers will be stationed throughout each of the entryways to the event. You will greet each individual guest upon entry to assign them a solid-colored wristband and an event program. Attendance for this event is completely free but we require a wristband for entry. This allows us to track attendance. | 6/20 | Over |
| Exhibitor Assistant (Shift 1) | 8:00am (CT) | 12:00pm (CT) | Make sure exhibitors have what they need, and help them find solutions. Make consistent trips around with an ice chest to offer water bottles/snacks to vendors (coordinating with Hospitality Hosts.) Watch over tables when necessary so that vendors can use the volunteer hospitality room. | 0/10 | Over |
| Floaters (Shift 1) | 8:00am (CT) | 12:00pm (CT) | Will assist event coordinators where needed. Needs may vary. Report to the volunteer headquarters every 20 minutes to check in and see where assistance is needed. You will help to fill in to allow greeters, wrist banders, and others the opportunity to get a break. | 3/8 | Over |
| Mobile Changing Unit Attendant | 8:00am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | Additional training & background checks required Volunteers will watch over the Mobile Changing Unit for attendees with restroom needs. They will show users how to use the equipment and take a quick survey after each use. (Upon registration, volunteer coordinator will contact you for training dates and background check information.) | 0/2 | Over |
| Parking Lot Attendant (Shift 1) | 8:00am (CT) | 12:00pm (CT) | Starting volunteers will ride the parking shuttle and establish appropriate entrances to the parking venue. Monitor and direct appropriate entering and existing traffic and answer attendee questions. | 1/8 | Over |
| Sensory Room Active Play Attendant (Shift 1) | 8:00am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | Sensory Room Active Play Attendants help guests engage meaningfully in the activities near our sensory room, guiding non?target attendees to better understand and respect the purpose of the sensory space. Volunteers will: * Help attendees engage with designated sensory activities outside the sensory room. * Offer simple explanations and education... | 1/2 | Over |
| abilitySTRONG March Photographer | 8:30am (CT) | 10:30am (CT) | **Must have your own camera Volunteers will either follow the march or station themselves along the route to capture march participants, marchers and onlookers. After the event you will need to contact volunteer@disabilitysa.org to ensure photos are properly shared. | 0/2 | Over |
| Fiesta Especial Info Table | 8:30am (CT) | 12:00pm (CT) | Help us spread the word about the Fiesta Especial Royal Court program and Celebration Day. | 0/4 | Over |
| Guest Information & DSA Info Table | 8:30am (CT) | 2:00pm (CT) | Provide guests event guidance and information on disABILITYsa. Operate as the info HQ, lost & found, and survey collection spot for the event. | 2/2 | Over |
| Conference Child Care Support | 9:00am (CT) | 2:30pm (CT) | The Child & Support Care team member helps create a safe, welcoming care room for children and loved ones while their family members attend conference sessions. This role focuses on providing attentive supervision, age?appropriate engagement, and emotional support so participants can fully engage in the event knowing their loved ones... | 2/8 | Over |
| Conference Photographer | 9:00am (CT) | 2:00pm (CT) | Personal camera required. Volunteers will roam the conference sessions capturing those special moments of attendees, volunteers, etc. After the event, you can share photos using a Dropbox, Google Drive, or USB. | 0/2 | Over |
| Conference Session Support (Morning Session) | 9:00am (CT) | 11:30am (CT) | Conference Session Support volunteers help create a smooth, welcoming, and accessible experience for presenters and attendees during the morning conference sessions. Volunteers will: * Greet attendees, assist with wayfinding to session rooms, and help manage seating as needed. * Support presenters by helping with basic room setup (materials, signage, water),... | 0/6 | Over |
| "Follow Me" Hosts (Shift 2) | 11:30am (CT) | 2:30pm (CT) | Volunteers will walk around the event grounds and let people know about the topic area on your sign. Your sign will read "Follow Me to...". We'll make sure you know where this location is and what exhibitors are in that location. You'll assist people in finding their way to the... | 0/5 | Over |
| AccessAbility fest Photographer (2nd Shift) | 11:30am (CT) | 2:30pm (CT) | Personal Camera Required Volunteers will roam the grounds of the event capturing those special moments of attendees, exhibitors, performers, volunteers, etc. | 0/4 | Over |
| Attendee Surveyor (Shift 2) | 11:30am (CT) | 2:30pm (CT) | Volunteers in this position will survey various attendees about their AccessAbility fest experience and more. Volunteers will enter the names of those who completed the surveys into a drawing for several prizes throughout the event. | 0/10 | Over |
| Event Greeter (Shift 2) | 11:30am (CT) | 2:30pm (CT) | Volunteers will be stationed in groups at each entrance to the event grounds. You are responsible for assigning a wristband to every individual entering AccessAbility fest. | 2/18 | Over |
| Exhibitor Assistant (Shift 2) | 11:30am (CT) | 2:30pm (CT) | Make sure exhibitors have what they need, and help them find solutions. Distribute water, and provide relief as needed to vendors. | 0/10 | Over |
| Fiesta Especial Info Table | 11:30am (CT) | 2:00pm (CT) | Help us spread the word about the Fiesta Especial Royal Court program and Celebration Day. | 0/4 | Over |
| Floaters (Shift 2) | 11:30am (CT) | 2:30pm (CT) | Will assist event coordinators where needed. Needs may vary. Report to the volunteer headquarters every 20 minutes to check in and see where assistance is needed. You will help to fill in to allow greeters, wrist banders, and others the opportunity to get a break. | 0/8 | Over |
| Mobile Changing Unit Attendant (Shift 2) | 11:30am (CT) | 2:30pm (CT) | Additional training & background checks required Volunteers will watch over the Mobile Changing Unit for attendees with restroom needs. They will show users how to use the equipment and take a quick survey after each use. | 0/2 | Over |
| Parking Lot Attendant (Shift 2) | 11:30am (CT) | 3:00pm (CT) | Volunteers will ensure that shuttles are following established routes and continue moving. Monitor and direct appropriate entering and existing traffic. Tear down signage at end of event. | 0/8 | Over |
| Sensory Room Active Play Attendant (Shift 2) | 11:30am (CT) | 2:30pm (CT) | Sensory Room Active Play Attendants help guests engage meaningfully in the activities near our sensory room, guiding non?target attendees to better understand and respect the purpose of the sensory space. Volunteers will: * Help attendees engage with designated sensory activities outside the sensory room. * Offer simple explanations and education... | 1/2 | Over |
| Conference Tear Down Assistants | 1:30pm (CT) | 4:30pm (CT) | Support for conference tear down, load-up of event equipment & supplies. | 1/6 | Over |
| Tear Down Assistants | 1:30pm (CT) | 4:30pm (CT) | Support for event tear down, load-up of event equipment, stations, and supplies. Will also assist vendors with tearing down tents/tables, and carrying/watching items while they retrieve their cars. | 10/26 | Over |
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