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2025 Calendar of AIR Events
Key AIR events for 2025
Track all of the important dates for the 2025 Accessibility Internet Rally!
Upcoming AIR Events, Deadlines & Training
The AIR 2025 program runs from mid-September through mid-November, with the awards ceremony in January, 2026.
All times listed below are in US Central Time. All events are virtual (online), unless otherwise noted.
(Dates are subject to change as we confirm event details. Check back frequently)
Key Events and Deadlines
October 24, 2025: Meet the Judges / QA Event (5pm-7pm)
Take advantage of this opportunity to ask judges questions directly, gain clarity on judging form criteria and get tips to help strengthen your final deliverables and ensure your site meets accessibility standards.
November 21, 2025: Final Countdown to Submissions (Doors at 5:00 pm)
November 21, 2025: Site Submission Form due (6:00 pm - Don't submit late!!)
(email your Judging Form submissions to air@knowbility, and then join us to celebrate; it's BYOB)
January 15, 2026: Awards Ceremony
(Hybrid - Time and In-Person Location TBD - Yes, this was originally scheduled for the 16th).
AIR Training Sessions
All AIR participants are welcome to attend any of the training sessions offered. Each session is designed with a specific focus in mind, but we encourage everyone to join any training that supports their understanding and participation in the AIR program.
(All training sessions will be recorded. Zoom invites will be sent prior to sessions.)
October 29, 2025: Introduction to Accessibility Testing - To include Overview of Manual and Automated Testing Tools (3pm-4:30pm)
Come learn the basics of web accessibility testing. We will review methods you can use to test without any special tools and also explore tools that you can install and use for additional testing. It will be a whirlwind tour of testing keyboard, use of color alone, multi-media, reflow, text-sizing, color contrast, and automated testing.
Presented by: Becky Gibson
Client QA - Office Hours
These open, optional drop-in sessions are designed to provide additional support to AIR client participants as they collaborate with their teams and move through the project timeline. Whether you need help troubleshooting, planning, or just want to check in, office hours are a great opportunity to get personalized support.
- November 7, 2025: 12:00 noon - 2:00 pm
January 11: How to Maintain your AIR website
(Time TBD) Clients are invited to learn about maintaining your new websites, and covers other aspects related to ensuring a solid presence on the web.
Future Reminders and Updates
Keep an eye on your inbox for future communications, including reminders for AIR events, access to training materials, networking and guidance opportunities, and more.
We hope this information is helpful and look forward to meeting you all. Please contact teenya@knowbility.org or air@knowbility.org with any questions you may have.