See Beyond Champions Campaign

Help Us Keep the See Beyond Festival Free and Open to All

The See Beyond Festival at The Maryland School for the Blind is more than just a celebration—it’s a movement.

Join the Champions Campaign

Each year, over 3,000 attendees come together on our campus to experience the transformative power of accessibility, adaptation, and inclusion. From families and educators to community leaders and accessibility advocates, this one-of-a-kind event opens eyes, minds, and hearts.


At the See Beyond Festival on April 26th, hosted by The Maryland School for the Blind, a bright young participant expertly pours water from a jug into a cup while wearing a blindfold, demonstrating skills beyond sight. Nearby, a woman donning glasses and dressed in a vibrant purple shirt beams with pride and gestures supportively. All around her, attendees revel in the warmth and spirit of this lively indoor gathering celebrating capabilities and community.
On April 26th, an individual donned in a vibrant purple "See Beyond Festival" shirt and a blindfold takes a determined swing at a baseball perched on a tee. This scene unfolds on our lush grassy field, watched by an audience of eager onlookers who immortalize the inspiring moment, with majestic trees serving as the backdrop to this unforgettable day.
At the See Beyond Festival on April 26th at The Maryland School for the Blind, a young girl adorned with face paint radiates joy as she tenderly strokes a black puppy cradled by a woman in a blue shirt. Close by, another woman offers a gentle smile while embracing a stuffed toy, capturing the festival's spirit of warmth and connection.
Two people wearing Eyeshades with "See Beyond" printed on them stand outdoors at a festival. One holds an object, and both appear focused amidst the lively atmosphere.
A woman and a girl are using hula hoops on grass in a park with a playground in the background.
a couple of people walking one wearing eyeshades and trying out the White cane technique and the other instructing her.
Child wearing a blindfold holds a lacrosse stick, surrounded by people in purple shirts.
Child adorned with face paint using a Perkins Brallier on the table with the help of sEE bEYOPND FESTIVAL VOLUNTEEER
A woman kneels beside a young girl kicking a soccer ball on a grass field. Another girl stands in the background. Soccer balls are scattered on the ground.
a woman in a wheel chair holding a soccer ball.
a young girl holding a baseball bat and ball.
a group of people sitting around a table eating food.
a 4 piece band on a stage performing.
Children play on a metal spinning playground equipment, being pushed by a few kids and attended by an adult in a purple shirt. The playground surface is rubberized, and there's a wooden structure nearby.