ReelAbilities Houston

ReelAbilities Houston A FREE Houston-wide film and arts festival to promote inclusion and celebrate the lives, stories and talents of people living with disabilities.

Presented by Alexander JFS Houston and The City of Houston Mayor's Office for People with Disabilities. Mission:

ReelAbilities: Houston Film & Arts Festival is a FREE city-wide film and arts festival dedicated to presenting films, art exhibitions, performances, and speaker that celebrate the lives, stories, and talents of people with disabilities and enrich Houston’s culture, diversity, and inclusion efforts. Core Values:

- Increase awareness about people with disabilities
- Change perception and remove stigma surrounding people with disabilities
- Eliminate barriers to accessibility in all aspects of life: arts and culture, education, and employment
- Collaboration across arts disciplines, organizations, communities
- Arts and inclusion education that will inspire the next generation of artists, audiences, future leaders, and employers

Host City Organizer & Key Collaborating Partner
Hosted by the JFS Alexander Institute for Inclusion in collaboration with the City's Department of Neighborhoods Houston's Mayor's Office for People with Disabilities, a robust and exciting array of films, musicians, special events, and extraordinary speakers from around the world are being featured this year.

ReelMusic is officially one week away! 🎸✨Get ready for an unforgettable night at The Emery/Weiner School as we celebrate...
02/19/2026

ReelMusic is officially one week away! 🎸✨

Get ready for an unforgettable night at The Emery/Weiner School as we celebrate the incredible talents of jazz, rock, and blues musicians who live with disabilities. From the high-energy house band to our featured ReelMusicians, this is the event that brings the house down every year.

Tickets are free, but they are going fast! Don’t wait until the music starts to save your seat.

🎟 Secure your tickets now at: https://bit.ly/4rcU0E3

02/18/2026

Don't miss the final night of ReelFilm on February 24 as we present "Southpaw: The Life and Legacy of Jim Abbott." Through archival footage, interviews and intimate storytelling, "Southpaw" chronicles the extraordinary journey of Jim Abbott, a Major League Baseball pitcher born without a right hand. From his childhood in Flint, Michigan to his unforgettable no-hitter at Yankee Stadium, the film explores Abbott’s resilience, ingenuity and impact on generations of disabled athletes.

🎟️ Admission is FREE. Secure your spot: https://bit.ly/4ahTO1e

02/17/2026

The ReelAbilities Houston Film & Arts Festival promotes inclusion and celebrates the lives, stories and talents of people with disabilities, making an impact that lasts far beyond the Festival.

02/16/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for ReelWorkplace 2026! 💼✨

It was an incredible session focused on breaking down barriers and building a more inclusive professional world. We truly appreciate the leaders and community members who came out to learn, share and commit to making disability inclusion a priority in every office.

When we design workplaces that value every individual's unique talents, everyone wins. Let's keep the conversation going and continue to open doors of opportunity!

ReelFilm still has two incredible screenings left in our 2026 Festival lineup. Join us at the historic River Oaks Theatr...
02/11/2026

ReelFilm still has two incredible screenings left in our 2026 Festival lineup. Join us at the historic River Oaks Theatre for these final nights of storytelling and community:

🚲 February 17: "Blind AF"
⚾ February 24: "Southpaw: The Life and Legacy of Jim Abbott."

Tickets are FREE, but they are going fast! Don’t miss your chance to experience these powerful films on the big screen.

Get tickets at: https://bit.ly/2ubIORa

Are you ready for ReelPeople tonight? ✨ We can't wait to welcome Ali Stroker and Jim Abbott to the stage at the Hobby Ce...
02/11/2026

Are you ready for ReelPeople tonight? ✨ We can't wait to welcome Ali Stroker and Jim Abbott to the stage at the Hobby Center for an extraordinary evening of storytelling.

Still need tickets? Visit: https://bit.ly/3O4OdC5

02/11/2026

Reel Workplace 2026 sparked conversations about the challenges of mental health stigma in the workplace and how employers can do their part to support the employees who are key to keeping their businesses running.

This event reflects how organizations are advancing change across workplaces. Explore how these ideas move into practice in our 𝗥𝗲𝗲𝗹𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲 𝘄𝗲𝗯𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿: https://masterword.institute/product/reelchange-shaping-accessible-workplaces/

👏Thank you to our interpreters who provided access for this event, and to those who support us in providing quality communication access to ReelAbilities year after year.

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02/10/2026

Hands-on creativity was in full swing at ReelArt For All! 🎨✨

It was wonderful to see so many kids and families diving into art projects together. From messy masterpieces to collaborative crafts, ReelArt For All was all about getting interactive and building community through self-expression. Thank you to everyone who joined us to make this day so vibrant and inclusive!

Whether it’s the roar of the stadium or the lights of Broadway, Jim Abbott and Ali Stroker know how to own the moment. ⚾...
02/09/2026

Whether it’s the roar of the stadium or the lights of Broadway, Jim Abbott and Ali Stroker know how to own the moment. ⚾️🎭

We’re bringing together a Major League legend and a theater trailblazer to show that when you lead with talent, you change the world. These are more than just success stories. They are blueprints for a more inclusive future in sports and the arts.

Don't miss ReelPeople THIS Wednesday! Tickets are available at: https://bit.ly/3O4OdC5

02/05/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us at ReelFilm Opening Night! 🎬✨ The energy was incredible and the stories shared on screen are just getting started.

There are still three more ReelFilm Nights at the historic River Oaks Theatre! From powerful documentaries to moving narratives, these films offer a perspective you won't find anywhere else.

Tickets are FREE, but registration is required to save your seat. Grab your tickets at the link in our bio!

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4131 S Braeswood Boulevard
Houston, TX
77025

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4pm

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