About the Show
The Melbourne Disability Expo brings together people with disability, families, carers, industry professionals and community organisations for two days of connection, education and discovery.
Visitors can meet disability service providers face-to-face, compare products, explore assistive technologies and learn about support options covering areas such as NDIS services, accessible accommodation, allied health, mobility, employment, advocacy, recreation and independent living.
The expo forms part of ImpactInstitute’s national My Future, My Choice Disability Expo program, which has operated since 2014. The program is designed to help people make informed decisions about how they live, access support and plan for the future.
Key Features of the Show
Hundreds of Disability Providers
Visitors can explore a broad exhibition featuring disability service providers, product suppliers, community groups and support organisations. Current exhibitor categories include accommodation and housing, advocacy, allied health, assistive technology, government services and other specialist support areas.
Assistive Products and Live Demonstrations
The expo gives attendees the opportunity to see, compare and experience mobility equipment, daily-living aids, accessible vehicles, assistive technologies, applications and specialist products in person.
Expert Presentations and Workshops
Industry experts, advocates and disability-sector leaders deliver informative and interactive presentations covering services, support options, independent living and community participation. The detailed 2026 schedule is expected closer to the event.
Live Entertainment
The main stage features inclusive music, dance, performances and community entertainment designed for visitors of different ages and abilities.
Free Visitor Registration
Registration is free and provides visitors with event updates and early access to information such as the exhibitor list, transport details, floor plan and stage schedule.
Who Should Exhibit?
- NDIS-registered and non-registered service providers
- Support coordination and plan-management organisations
- Disability support and in-home care providers
- Allied health and therapy providers
- Occupational therapists and rehabilitation services
- Assistive technology and mobility-equipment suppliers
- Accessible vehicle and transport providers
- Specialist disability accommodation and supported-living providers
- Home modification and accessible-building specialists
- Education, training and employment services
- Mental health and psychosocial support providers
- Children’s and early-intervention services
- Community participation, recreation, travel and sporting organisations
- Advocacy groups, peak bodies and not-for-profit organisations
- Government departments and community agencies
- Financial, legal and insurance services supporting the disability community
Who Attends?
The event attracts a combination of consumers, families, decision-makers and industry professionals, including:
- People with disability
- NDIS participants
- Parents, families and carers
- Support workers
- Occupational therapists
- Physiotherapists
- Allied health professionals
- Disability-sector professionals
- Support coordinators and plan managers
- Educators and early-intervention professionals
- Community organisations
- People researching support, equipment or future care options
Why Should You Exhibit?
Meet a Highly Relevant Audience
The expo places exhibitors directly in front of people actively researching disability services, equipment, technologies and support options. According to the organiser’s attendee research, connecting with service providers is the leading reason people attend its Disability Expos.
Generate Qualified Leads
Visitors attend with specific needs and purchasing or service-selection intentions. Exhibitors can capture enquiries, arrange assessments, schedule consultations and begin conversations with prospective clients and referral partners.
Increase Brand Awareness
A professional exhibition presence can introduce an organisation to thousands of attendees while reinforcing its credibility, capabilities and commitment to inclusion.
Showcase Your Community Impact
Participation positions an organisation as an active contributor to the disability community rather than simply a commercial provider. ImpactInstitute describes sponsorship and exhibition participation as an opportunity to demonstrate that an organisation cares about people and is actively involved in improving lives.
Key Event Statistics
- 75,000+ registered attendance across the program
- 1,500+ NDIS exhibitor participation
- 50 million+ public relations reach
- More than 90% attendee approval rate
- 68% attend to connect with service providers
