The Definitive Safety Guide to Attending US Music & Sporting Events with a Disability

By Groupon

This online resource by Groupon called ‘The Definitive Safety Guide to Attending US Music & Sporting Events with a Disability’ is about safety and accessibility for disabled people attending events. It highlights:

– Comprehensive information for attending large events if you have a disability, including booking disabled access tickets, checking that the venue can accommodate your accessibility requirements, and other tips for a stress-free and safe day.
– Advice on hosting disabled-friendly events (for organizers) such as information about accessibility requirements for venues and details on the Americans with Disabilities Act (e.g. disabled seating requirements in a 500-seat venue: 1% of the total capacity, plus 1 seat).
– Examples of some of the most accessible venues in the world, including Madison Square Garden which provides assisted listening devices to all attendees in the Hulu theater.
– Useful tips and advice such as how to prepare for the event, finding nearby accommodation, and other practical advice for attendees with special accessibility needs.