From wheelchair rugby to adaptive soccer, there will be multiple sports people can experience and learn about during this year’s Adaptive Sports Fair in Long Beach.

The fair will return for its third year from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 16, at Long Beach City College, 3932 Faculty Ave. The Adaptive Sports Fair is meant to bring people together through sports, inclusion and shared experiences, organizers said.

This event is open to everyone – not just individuals with disabilities – to learn about and try a variety of adaptive sports in a fun, welcoming environment.

This year’s fair is poised to be the biggest yet, organizers said, with more than 25 sports organizations and presenters committed to participating, including first-time presenters of adaptive football, outrigger paddling, pickleball, rock climbing, wheelchair rugby and wheelchair volleyball.

There will also be opportunities to try seven of the sports that will be part of the 2028 Los Angeles Paralympic Games, which are coming to Long Beach. Other adaptive sports that will be at the fair include basketball, baseball, boccia and dance, among others.

Attendees of all ages and abilities are invited to experience a day of inclusive sports and recreational activities designed for everyone, according to a press release. There will be demonstrations, hands-on activities and adaptive sports clinics, allowing attendees to try something new with guidance from volunteers and experts.

This is an opportunity to connect with families, athletes, local organizations and community partners who share a passion for creating opportunities for individuals with disabilities, organizers said. Attendees will be able to discover resources, engage with adaptive sports specialists and learn how to be part of the community.

There will also be delicious food to try – with Special Flavours Community Kitchen serving at this year’s fair. Special Flavours is a food truck operated by young adults on the autism spectrum and with disabilities, serving high-quality food while creating meaningful employment opportunities and pathways to independence, organizers said.

The fair is made possible through the partnership between Playmakers – a nonprofit, volunteer-led organization dedicated to serving individuals with disabilities and uniting communities across the region through adaptive sports and recreation – LBCC and the Long Beach City College Foundation. The fair is also supported by Angel City Sports and the Triumph Foundation.

The 2026 Adaptive Sports Fair is free for the public to attend; however, it is recommended to register online before arriving on Saturday.