In a lively festival scene, two children and an adult joyfully play drums using wooden sticks on vibrant orange buckets. The adult, clad in a blue t-shirt, beams with delight as the rhythmic beats fill the air.

Amidst the lively festival atmosphere, two people sit on chairs, rhythmically playing drums made from buckets. One of them has striking face paint resembling a skull, adding an extra layer of intrigue to their captivating performance.

At a vibrant festival, blindfolded participants engage in an intriguing outdoor activity. One person gently cradles a doll, while another offers assistance, all under the watchful eyes of curious onlookers.

At a lively festival, a child with a blindfold and cane stands covered by a pink blanket on the wet track, while a man in a blue shirt leans forward, engaging them in conversation.

At a lively festival, three children with blindfolds kick a colorful ball on grass, framed by a white barrier. They sport casual clothing: a yellow hoodie, blue raincoat, and black sweatshirt—each adding to the vibrant atmosphere of the festivities.

During a lively festival, a child wearing a blindfold delightfully kicks a multicolored ball, while others join in the fun under the sun.

During a lively festival, a person wearing an eye mask swings a baseball bat at a green ball on a tee while their coach watches closely nearby on the grass field.

What is the See Beyond Festival?

The See Beyond Festival is an immersive, hands-on event designed to give attendees a new perspective on accessibility.

This day is all about experiencing adaptation in action, showing how simple accommodations allow people of all abilities to participate fully in activities. All guests will receive light-blocking eyeshades and can test their skills in a variety of blind sports and adapted experiences.

A boy trying to throw a lacrosse ball while wearing eyeshades, holding a lacrosse stick high in the air.

When & Where is the See Beyond Festival?

Saturday, April 26, 11 AM – 3 PM at The Maryland School for the Blind

Get Directions 3501 Taylor Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21236.

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How Can I Participate?

How Can I Get Involved

Preregister & Spread the Word: Encourage everyone you know to register early to be entered in prize drawings.

Volunteer: Join the team that makes this event possible! Sign up here.

Sponsor: Help us keep the festival free and support accessibility. Learn more about sponsorship.

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Flyer for the Maryland School for the Blind promoting a contest to win a Meta Quest 3S or Ray-Ban Meta Wayfarer, with weekly prizes. Includes images of the prizes and event details.

What can I do at the Festival?

All attendees receive a free pair of light-blocking eyeshades to try adaptations in sports, technology, gaming, and more.

Try Everything for Free

🔬 STEM & Technology Adaptations:

Adapted gaming and VR experiences
Accessible coding and robotics
Photography & technology with the Sony & QD Laser combination camera
Interactive STEM activities designed with accessibility in mind

⚽ Blind Sports:

Beep baseball
Blind soccer
Blind lacrosse
Sprint track challenge

🎨 Interactive Art & Sensory Experiences:

Community Braille Tile Mural Project with Baltimore Clayworks:
- Leave a permanent mark when you add your initials in braille
Blind taste tests
Sensory crafts