Events
Where creativity and disability coexist.
Join us for IRL moments of connection and creativity.
Back to School Refresh
For: Youth with disabilities under 18
When: August 2025
Where: Nashville, TN
Kick off the new school year in style by joining April Lockhart for a back-to-school refresh in Nashville! Leave with a fresh haircut, brand new back-to-school looks, and friendships with other disabled teens.
This will be a ticketed event.
NYFW Pop Up
For: Disabled Creatives
When: September 2025
Where: New York, NY
Holiday Soirée for Girls with Limb Difference
For: For: Young girls with limb differences, ages 4-17
When: December 6, 2025
Where: Nashville, TN
Tis the season to celebrate! Ring in the holiday with other young girls with limb difference around fun seasonal activities hosted by April Lockhart. Last year’s celebration was unforgettable, and this year, we’re dreaming even bigger!
This will be a ticketed event. Ticket includes one child and one parent/guardian to accompany their child. At this time, we do not have capacity to accommodate siblings but are happy to evaluate special exceptions so please email us at disabledand@gmail.com
Cost: $125/ ticket
This helps us cover food, drinks, and venue costs – and trust us, you’ll leave with full hearts and some really fun goodies.
We have a limited number of sponsored tickets available. Please email disabledand@gmail.com to apply.
Nashville Friendsgiving Dinner Party
For: Adult women with disabilities, ages 21+
When: November 2025
Where: Nashville, TN
Join our growing community of disabled women for an intimate dinner party hosted by April Lockhart at her Nashville skyline studio. Whether dining with a room full of mostly strangers sounds exhilarating or nerve-wracking to you, our goal at Disabled& is always to create a warm, welcoming atmosphere where lasting connections are built.
This will be a ticketed event. Tickets include a seated dinner, drinks + gifting.
Tickets: $70/ seat
Disabled Fashion Girlie Retreat
For: Disabled fashion girlies, entrepreneurs & creatives over 18
When: Spring 2026
Where: Nashville, TN
A few days away to reset, get re-inspired, and connect with other disabled and ambitious women. This intimate 2–3 day retreat is built for rest and momentum – think creative shoots, cozy dinners, and coaching that actually moves the needle.
This will be a ticketed event.
What to expect:
- Sessions by industry leaders from companies like DBA, Meta, Hello Sunshine, Google and more.
- Business coaching session from Identity Dept’s Nora DeKeyser.
- Photoshoot for new headshots, content or beyond.
- 2-3 intimate dinners.
- Lunch and breakfast to be included.
- Hotel block to be provided.
Holiday Soirée for Girls with Limb Difference
For: For: Young girls with limb differences, ages 4-17
When: December 2025
Where: Nashville, TN
Tis the season to celebrate! Ring in the holiday with other young girls with limb difference around fun seasonal activities hosted by April Lockhart. Last year’s party was one to remember, and this year’s will be even better with gifts, arts + beyond!
This will be a ticketed event.
Holiday Soirée for Girls with Limb Difference
For: For: Young girls with limb differences, ages 4-17
When: December 2025
Where: Nashville, TN
Tis the season to celebrate! Ring in the holiday with other young girls with limb difference around fun seasonal activities hosted by April Lockhart. Last year’s party was one to remember, and this year’s will be even better with gifts, arts + beyond!
This will be a ticketed event.
Holiday Soirée for Girls with Limb Difference
For: For: Young girls with limb differences, ages 4-17
When: December 6, 2025
Where: Nashville, TN
Tis the season to celebrate! Ring in the holiday with other young girls with limb difference around fun seasonal activities hosted by April Lockhart. Last year’s celebration was unforgettable, and this year, we’re dreaming even bigger!
This will be a ticketed event. Ticket includes one child and one parent/guardian to accompany their child. At this time, we do not have capacity to accommodate siblings but are happy to evaluate special exceptions so please email us at disabledand@gmail.com
Cost: $125/ ticket
This helps us cover food, drinks, and venue costs – and trust us, you’ll leave with full hearts and some really fun goodies.
We have a limited number of sponsored tickets available. Please email disabledand@gmail.com to apply.
A glimpse into our past events
