Kenai Peninsula Disability Pride Celebration set for July 18 in Soldotna

The Kenai Peninsula Disability Pride Celebration comes to Soldotna Creek Park on Saturday, July 18, 2026, honoring the 36th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act with community connections, local organizations, a celebration of inclusion, and a day of pride and support. Everyone is invited.

The source lists the event time as both 12:00 PM–4:00 PM AKST and 1–4 PM; organizers Maggie Winston and Nikki Marcano can confirm the correct start time. The event is built around celebrating "the power, pride, and advocacy of the Kenai Peninsula disability community while honoring the Americans with Disabilities Act," according to the event flyer. Whether you are part of the disability community, a family member, a professional, or simply someone who believes in inclusion, organizers say you belong there.

Those interested in participating or helping with the event can contact Maggie Winston at 907-740-0410 or Nikki Marcano at 907-953-7128.

The celebration is shared by the Alaska Governor's Council on Disabilities and Special Education, a federally mandated council that advocates for inclusive services and supports Alaskans in making informed decisions about education, employment, health, and community life.