A map of the grounds at Holy City Brewing. The Porter Room (the event space for Disability Pride) is at the top of the map, with vendor parking behind the Porter Room building. ADA parking is along the garden beds closest to the Porter room.

Map of the Celebration

ADA Parking

ADA Accessible spaces are available along the garden bed closest to the Porter Room.

Please be mindful of those who use wheelchairs and other mobility aids, leaving space for their equipment between vehicles.

Rideshares (Uber, Lyft, etc.) or people riding with another driver may be dropped off by the Porter Room. (Drivers may park their vehicle in General Parking or the row behind ADA parking.)

There are two ADA accessible parking spots available to the Holy City Brewing restaurant. Please note that these spots are further away from the Porter Room event space.

The Disability Pride celebration will take place in and around the Porter Room at Holy City Brewing.

Guests are welcome to also visit the brewery’s restaurant and bar inside, as well as the outdoor bar (where you may also order food). There will also be a bar available inside the Porter Room.

Mobility Aid Path

There will be an aluminum and ecoturf pathway leading from the backside of the event venue to the covered porch of the restaurant for those who use wheelchairs and mobility devices. This should ease the route from the event to the restaurant for anyone looking to partake of HCB’s food and froth.

Please do not bring pets.

To ensure the comfort and safety of those who have service animals, please do not bring pets to Disability Pride. Only service animals are permitted at Holy City Brewing.

Please help us keep Disability Pride accessible to everyone by being mindful of other guests, and please keep pathways clear.

Disability Pride 2022

at Holy City Brewing

The celebration kicks off at 5:00 pm with a welcome from event organizers.

Followed by…

Music performances by the HEARTists of HEART Inclusive Arts Community

HEART is a nonprofit art studio providing engaging and creative arts access to adults with disabilities who want to grow and explore as artists.

Earlier this month, HEART premiered their newest original musical production, Some Kind of Funny, to rave reviews and much excitement.

Ashley Lawrence, Guest Speaker

Ashley is South Carolina’s reigning Ms. Wheelchair USA. She is on the Summerville Mayor’s Committee on Employment for People with Disabilities, is a body positivity advocate and LGBTQ+ and BLM ally. She enjoys spending time in nature with her emotional support dog, Coco.

Ashley has a spinal cord injury due to an accident. Her mental health suffered when her physical health changed. Because of this, she promotes her platform “Mental Health Matters: No More Stigma, No More Shame”. With it, she addresses the importance of affordable and accessible mental healthcare without the stigma or shame of needing help.

Katie Thompson, Guest Speaker

Katie Thompson is a disabled artist, writer, model and advocate based outside of Charleston, SC. She is also a public speaker and regularly shares on disability and healthcare issues, especially meningitis awareness. Her background in the non-profit arts, marketing and healthcare industries have brought Katie to serve on the Board of Trustees for The Furniture Society, and her current role as Social Media and Admin Director for the Wood Art Alliance. Katie is also the creator of the Women of Woodworking project and regularly teaches at craft schools across the country. Katie's work has been exhibited and published internationally, and she is a long-time creative partner to her husband, fine furniture maker Joseph Thompson. They share two children and enjoy spending time outdoors together.

Music from

Mike & Jeff Schwartz

with guest singers from

Holy City Hotfoot

HCH is Charleston’s premiere tap dance company. Featuring a love for the history and future of tap, they feature Broadway, swing, rhythm, and contemporary styles of tap.

Comedy by

Michelle Annibale

Michelle Annibale is a young woman who grew up in Charleston. Her passion is hair, especially when getting it just right to do some serious headbanging to rock ‘n’ roll. One of her favorite bands is Nickelback. Michelle loves to try new restaurants any chance she gets, hanging out with friends, and watching scary movies. She’ll showcase her famous braided ponytail while entertaining the crowd with some one liners.