Conference Activities

AccessU is a time of learning, community, and networking. Please join us at our conference events, both in person and virtual.
Welcome Reception - Monday May 13th, 6:00 - 8 pm CT
Join us for a welcome reception and a keynote at the Hyatt Regency Barton Springs on the Zilker Terrace . Karl Groves will present "AI is the Future of Accessibility."
Address: 208 Barton Springs Rd., Austin, TX 78744
Salt Lick BBQ Tuesday, May 14th (Optional Experience)
Thanks to the generous support of AFixt, we’re offering a fun and accessible trip to the iconic Salt Lick BBQ for a casual, family style dinner, includes bus ride.
- Tickets to the Salt Lick BBQ Trip are $50 and can be selected as an add on with your conference ticket.
All Out in Austin - Wednesday, May 15th
After AccessU, relax and enjoy a night out with old and new friends. Austin has numerous music venues, bars, restaurants, and other entertainment. For ideas, see Accessible Things to Do in Austin | Visit Austin, TX.
Celebrate GAAD - Thursday, May 16th
Every few years AccessU overlaps with Global Accessibility Awareness Day - GAAD - and 2025 is one of those years. We will continue with great classes, AT demos, Unconference Sessions and a star studded closing Keynote panel, From Today to Tomorrow: Navigating the Shifting Landscape of Digital Access, led by Crystal Preston-Watson.
We will commemorate GAAD Austin style and tell your freinds they can still buy a ticket and see you there!
Thanks to our AccessU 2025 Sponsors!
