ADD/ADHD & Learning Disability Events

Winchester, MA, August 1st – November 16th, 2025, with Winchester Pop Warner. Registration is now open for the 2025 season. This adaptive cheerleading program welcomes athletes from all surrounding towns. For all non-neurotypical children ages[...]

Virtual sessions the first Thursday of each month in 2025, with guest speakers, through the Metro Boston Recovery Learning Community. This is a peer-run community in the Metro Boston Area for people who have been[...]

Worcester, MA, through February, 2025, with Easterseals Massachusetts. Free. Accessible swim sessions the first Saturday and last Sunday of each month from 2:00-4:00 p.m. • Open to individuals with disabilities of all ages & their[...]

North Reading, MA, September 7th – November 2nd, 2025, with Andover Soccer Association and North Reading Youth Soccer. Registration closes on 10/16/2025. Open to all players from communities in Northeast MA.  There is no fee[...]

Ipswich, MA, Fall 2025, with Cape Ann Mariners Inclusive TOPSoccer. Free. Joint Program by Ipswich Youth Soccer, Masco Youth Soccer, and Hamilton-Wenham Youth Soccer. Community-based program for children and teens with physical, emotional, or intellectual[...]

West Boylston, MA, September 20th – October 25th, 2025. Pickleball program offered for athletes ages 12 and up, no prior experience needed. Program will occur on Saturday afternoons from 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm, from[...]

Amherst, MA, September 21st  – November 23rd, 2025. ACEing Autism offers pickleball tailored for children with autism aged 5 to 18. To ensure personalized attention and support, each participant is paired up with one or[...]

Dorchester, MA, Fall & Winter 2025. Please inquire about the appropriate ages for this program. Bowling program held on Sundays from 10am to 12pm  in Dorchester, starting September 21st through December 21st. To register or[...]

Boston, MA, September 23rd – November 2nd, 2025, with the Adaptive Sports Program at Franciscan Children. Looking for a way to help your child thrive and achieve their athletic potential? Join the Franciscan Adaptive Track[...]

Boston, MA, September 23rd – November 2nd, 2025, with the Adaptive Sports Program at Franciscan Children. Looking for a way to help your child thrive and achieve their athletic potential? Join the Franciscan Adaptive Track[...]

Providence, RI, September 26th – November 2nd, 2025. This year the Roger Williams Zoo will once again offer their annual Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular. * Not a disability specific event, however the venue is wheelchair accessible, and[...]

Amherst, MA, September 27th  – November 8th, 2025. ACEing Autism offers tennis clinics tailored for children with autism aged 5 to 18. To ensure personalized attention and support, each participant is paired up with one[...]

Northampton, MA, September 30th – November 22nnd, 2025, with Whole Children / Milestones. In person, for ages 13 to Adult 12 with special needs. * In Indonesian Kung-Fu, or “Silat,” students learn both physical and[...]

Northhampton, MA, Fall 2025, 2025, with Whole Children Milestones. For ages 6 – 12 with special needs. In Indonesian Kung-Fu, or “Silat”, students learn both physical and verbal self-defense and martial arts skills, with a[...]

Boston, MA, October 1st – November 19th, 2025, with Franciscan Children’s Adaptive Skating.  Whether your child is learning how to skate or wants to improve their stick handling, passing, and shooting, this program can assist.[...]

Wellesley, MA, October 2025 – June 2026, with Steppingstone Studies. For autistic and neurodivergent teens ages 11 – 18. Family members, friends and allies are also welcome to take the class and share the yoga[...]

Stockbridge, MA –  October 2025. This is not a disability specific event. The Incredible Naumkeag Pumpkin Show features pumpkins in the Naumkeag gardens as they transform it into a celebration of autumn, with over 1,500[...]

Stockbridge, MA –  October 2025. The Incredible Naumkeag Pumpkin Show features pumpkins in the Naumkeag gardens as they transform it into a celebration of autumn, with over 1,500 jack-o-lanterns, hundreds of mums, pumpkins and countless[...]

Boston/Brighton, October 4th – December 6th, 2025,  with Franciscan Children’s Adaptive Sports. Watch your child build confidence, improve balance and learn the sport of gymnastics in a safe, inclusiveenvironment. * Weekly sessions will be held[...]

Boston/Brighton, October 4th – December 6th, 2025,  with Franciscan Children’s Adaptive Sports. Watch your child build confidence, improve balance and learn the sport of gymnastics in a safe, inclusiveenvironment. * Weekly sessions will be held[...]

Boston/Brighton, October 4th – December 6th, 2025,  with Franciscan Children’s Adaptive Sports. Your little one (ages 2 – 5 years) will learn basic gymnastics skills,  including forward rolls, beam walks, and headstands. * Instructors will use[...]

Springfield, MA, through April 2026 with the Center For Human Development- All In Program.  Sled hockey is hockey but players are seated on a sled. This version of ice hockey is played primarily by people[...]

Concord, MA, October 6th – December 15th, 2025, with the Minute Man Arc. For ages 16+ with disabilities. Explore foundational art concepts while exploring new mediums and creating personal works of art. * Opportunity for[...]

Concord, October 6th – December 15th, 2025, with the Minute Man Arc. For ages 16+ with disabilities.  Soccer & More – Learn basic soccer skills outdoors, enjoy a special park field outing, and switch indoors[...]

Concord, MA, October 7th – December 16th, 2025, with the Minute Man Arc. For ages 16+ with disabilities. A slow flow yoga class that encompasses meditation, gentle movements, and breathing exercises to relax and rejuvenate[...]

Bedford, MA, October 9th – November 6th, 2025, with the Bedford Recreation Department.  All In Adaptive Sports is designed for children in grades 1-8 with disabilities, including autism. Activities are adapted to meet each child’s[...]

Outdoor Venue, Sturbridge, MA, Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, October 2025. Pre-registration is required. As the sun sets at Old Sturbridge Village this October, come see Phantoms by Firelight. Not a disability-specific event. This venue is only[...]

New Bedford, MA, October 11 and 12, 18 and 19, 25 and 26, 10 am – 4 pm, 2025.  “Boo at the Zoo” is here to fulfill all your autumnal and mildly eerie Halloween desires.[...]

Worcester, Polar Park, October 2025. Join Polar Park for their kid-friendly “Boo in the Park” Fall Festival, happening every Saturday and Sunday before the evening Haunt even. Designed with little ones in mind, this is[...]

Kingston, South Dennis & Weymouth, MA, October 2025 – February 2026. An all-inclusive ice hockey team, The Great Blizzards are an affiliate of The Great Blizzards of Kingston, MA. For the 2025/2026 season, The Great[...]

Wayland, MA, October 19th – November 23rd, 2025. ACEing Autism offers tennis clinics tailored for children with autism aged 5 to 18. To ensure personalized attention and support, each participant is paired up with one[...]

Providence, RI, October 21st & 22nd, 2025, 5- 6:00 p.m. only.  This year the Roger Williams Zoo will offer their annual Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular with sensory-friendly times at these designated hours only. * A special sensory-friendly Jack-O-Lantern[...]

Webinar, October 22nd, 2025, with  Families for Depression Awareness in Waltham, MA. Free. Join Families for Depression Awareness and the National Eating Disorders Association for a webinar exploring the complex relationship between depression and eating[...]

Uxbridge, MA, October 23rd, 2025, with Venture Community Services.  Free Sensory-Friendly Halloween Celebration for Kids. Join a fun, sensory-friendly Halloween event designed for children 18 & under with autism or sensory concerns—and their families. * This[...]

Bridgewater, MA, October 24th, 2025, 5 – 7:00 pm, with the Bridge Center. Free. A festive, inclusive evening of Trunk or Treat—fun, candy, toys and community for all ages and abilities. Costumes, laughter, and families[...]

Lexington, MA, October 24th, 2025. The Lexington Recreation and Community Programs will be hosting the annual haunted house with specified Sensory-Friendly Times.Come in your favorite costume and tour the community center-turned haunted house. * Sensory[...]

Fitchburg, MA, October 24th, 2025, 4 – 6 p.m.,  with Luk, Inc. Free. This Trunk or Treat doesn’t have any eligibility requirements and is open to the entire community as well as their families and/or[...]

Beverly, MA, October 2025 , 3:30 – 4:30 pm. time slots only. Long Hill at the Trustees of the Reservation is offering a special showing Halloween on the Hill. This earlier timeframe on select dates[...]

Cambridge, MA, October 24th, 2025, with New England Film Orchestra. Free. Sensory friendly Halloween concert featuring Halloween themes from popular films. Activities, fidget toys and ear plugs will be provided, along with a quiet space for[...]

Norfolk, MA, October 24th, 2o25, 5:30 – 7:30 pm, with the Norfolk, MA, Special Education Parent Advisory Counci. For the 11th annual SEPAC Halloween event, volunteers will decorate their cars and bring Halloween treats to[...]

Acton, MA, October 25th, 2025, 5 – 8 p.m. Join a special free Halloween event for children and adults with disabilities or sensory sensitivities, including those that are deaf, blind, or autistic. Enjoy a fun, friendly[...]

Brookline, MA, October 25th, 2025, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress AIM program.  For ages 13 – 22.  Socializing, pumpkin painting and Halloween themed bingo.  For those who prefer to simply hangout with friends, there[...]

R J Grey Junior High School gym, October 25th, 2025, 10 – 10:30 a.m. ONLY,  with the Acton-Boxborough Family Network. Open to the public. The first 30 minutes of the party (10-10:30am) will be geared[...]

Newton, MA, Fall & Winter 2025, with the JCC in Newton Free. All Ages. Disabilities Served – Autism, Other Sensory Needs. JCC Greater Boston, in partnership with Autism Welcoming. Geared towards individuals of all ages[...]

Holliston, MA, October 15th, 2025 – Sensory time will be 6 – 6:30 only. The Holliston Special Education Parent Advisory Council is hosting a Trunk or Treat for the local community. Where families can enjoy[...]

Dedham, MA, October 25th, 2025, with Dedham Square Circle. 2:30-3pm Sensory Friendly time only. Free family trick or treating event and is open to all.Children and adults visit Dedham Square for an afternoon of trick or[...]

Lynnfield, MA, October 25th, 2025, 4 p.m., with the Lynnfield SEPAC and the SSS PTO. Free for the community. This sensory-friendly Spooktacular features a fully enclosed Pre-K/K playground. *  Trunk viewing begins at 4:30 PM[...]

Concord Free Public Library, Concord, MA. Held every Saturday afternoon at 1:00 PM, through 2nd, 2025.  This program is designed to support neurodivergent children, including those with autism, sensory processing challenges, and any child who[...]

Hopkinton, MA, October 26th, 2025, with Adaptive Climbing Group in Somerville. Eplore some incredible accessible climbing minutes from Boston. * Waitts Mt: This crag is located in a public park in the city of Malden. There[...]

Pembroke, MA, open enrollment and ongoing, through April 2026, with Mass Youth Hockey and American Special Hockey Assocation.  This is a program for players, 5 yrs and through adulthood, with physical, developmental, and/or cognitive/intellectual challenges,[...]

Webinars, throughout 2025, with the Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts. Join virtual educational workshops designed specifically for brain injury survivors and family caregivers. Gain valuable knowledge, practical tools, and emotional support to help navigate the[...]

Webinar, October 28th, 2025, with The Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts. In this workshop we discuss practical strategies that foster social connections and tips for planning and setting appropriate expectations to make the most of[...]

Grafton, MA, October 28th, 2025, with the Town of Grafton Recreation Department. Join am inclusive pop-up program for ages 11 -1 4 where you’ll create a spooky masterpiece to take home. All abilities are welcome[...]

Whitinsville, MA, October 28th, 2025, 5:30 pm, with Open Sky Community Resources. Join Open Sky for their Family Support Center’s 2nd Annual Trunk or Treat. This is meant to be a night of Halloween fun[...]

Virtual Events, every fourth Tuesday, 3:30 pm, with the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health. The Massachusetts DMH (Department of Mental Health) SWAC (Statewide Young Adult Council) is a monthly virtual gathering hosted by youth for[...]

Webinar, October 28th, 2025, with the Parent Professional Advocacy League of Massachusetts. Free for Parent and Caregivers.  PPAL’s Statewide meetings are meant ONLY for parents/caregivers/family members/family partners of children with behavioral health needs. When signing[...]

Wenham, MA, October 29th, 2025, 9 am – 12 noon, with the Wenham Children’s Museum.   This celebration is packed with festive activities made just for little ones and their caregivers and will have Sensory Playstatons[...]

Webinar, October 29th, 2025, with the Institute for Community Inclusion at UMass.   Families, educators, and transition professionals will explore the value of college visits and learn strategies to make them more meaningful and inclusive. *[...]

On line, Fall & Winter 2025, Thursdays, with Easterseals MA. The Accessible Martial Arts Program is for people with and without disabilities who want to learn and practice self-defense, stretching, exercise, and relaxation techniques. *[...]

Northampton, MA, October 30st, 2025, with Whole Children. For ages 15+. Join a spooktacular evening of music, costumes, and fun at the WC Halloween Karaoke Party. * Sing your favorite tunes, show off your best[...]

Natick, MA, October 31st, 2024, 4 – 6 p.m., with the Natick Mall and the Autism Alliance. Natick Malloween Passport Adventure, a family-friendly Halloween celebration benefiting Second Chance Animal Services, on Friday, October 31st. * For[...]

New Bedford, MA, October 31st, 2025. Baby Boo at the Zoo is a daytime Halloween-themed family-friendly event geared to ages 5 years old and younger. It is full of games, trick-or-treating, food, and fun. This[...]

Concord, MA, October 31st, 2025,  with the Minute Man Arc, 6 – 8 pm. Get ready to dance the night away at the spook-tacular Halloween Dance.  Costumes encouraged – the sillier or spookier, the better!. [...]

Newton, MA, Fall & Winter 2025, with the JCC in Newton Free. All Ages. Disabilities Served – Autism, Other Sensory Needs. JCC Greater Boston, in partnership with Autism Welcoming. Geared towards individuals of all ages[...]

Everett, MA, November 2025 – March 2026, with Spaulding Adaptive Sports. Recreational sled hockey is open to individuals ages 17 and older of all abilities. Practices consist of individual coaching, skills training, small games, and[...]

Online, November 5th – February 4th, 2025, with the Astra Foundation in Acton, MA. An Astra Foundation on-line support group for parents who are familiar with principles of DIR/FloortimeTM. * The curriculum will respond to the[...]

Webinar, November 5th, 2025, with the Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts  How do you enjoy the holiday season when it feels overwhelming? In this presentation, Ali Rheaume provides empowering tools and insights to help navigate[...]

Webinar, November 6th, 2025, with PLAN of MA & RI. Learn about Special Needs Trusts and how they can help you and your loved ones plan for the future. Learning Objectives: Understand the purpose of a[...]

Wakefield, MA, November 7th, 2025, with Communitas of Wakefield. For ages 18+.  Grab your party attire and join a night of dancing with friends. * Music will be provided by DJ Kevin Sullivan and light[...]

Newton, MA, Fall & Winter 2025, with the JCC in Newton Free. All Ages. Disabilities Served – Autism, Other Sensory Needs. JCC Greater Boston, in partnership with Autism Welcoming. Geared towards individuals of all ages[...]

Tufts University, Medford, MA, November 9th, 2025. Join Adaptive Sports New England and many adaptive sports organizations from throughout New England for a day full of fun, games and new experiences. * This day is[...]

Webinar, November 12th, 2025, with the Commonwealth Learning Center of Greater Boston.  Not all evaluations are created equal. In this webinar Ann Helmus, Ph.D., Founder and Director of NESCA, will explain what a neuropsychological evaluation is[...]

Webinar, November 13th, 2025, with the Parent Professional Advocacy League of Massachusetts. Free for Parent and Caregivers.  PPAL’s Statewide meetings are meant only for family members raising children with mental health needs, as well as[...]

Natick, MA, November 14th, 2025, with the Boston Ability Center. This event Nintendo Switch Videogame Night is intended for neurodivergent tweens and teens ages 9-17. Join a night of games on the Nintendo Switch and[...]

Newton, MA, Fall & Winter 2025, with the JCC in Newton Free. All Ages. Disabilities Served – Autism, Other Sensory Needs. JCC Greater Boston, in partnership with Autism Welcoming. Geared towards individuals of all ages[...]

Webinar, November 18th, 2025, with the Autism Alliance in Natick, MA .  Presented by Kelly Sandler, M.S., BCBA, LABA. Join a virtual presentation designed to support caregivers of children with autism through the principles of Acceptance[...]

Webinars, throughout 2025, with the Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts. Join virtual educational workshops designed specifically for brain injury survivors and family caregivers. Gain valuable knowledge, practical tools, and emotional support to help navigate the[...]

Webinar, November 18th, 2025, with McLean Hospital in Belmont, MA. When kids and teens start avoiding experiences that cause anxiety, this can lead to difficulty learning, going to school, and performing required activities at home[...]

Virtual vía Zoom: mensualmente, hasta 2025, con Bridgewell Family Support Center, Peabody, MA. Presentado por: Heidi Suriel, Administradora de Casos de Apoyo Familiar. Un grupo de apoyo en español para padres y cuidadores de niños y adultos[...]

Newton, MA, Fall & Winter 2025, with the JCC in Newton Free. All Ages. Disabilities Served – Autism, Other Sensory Needs. JCC Greater Boston, in partnership with Autism Welcoming. Geared towards individuals of all ages[...]

Virtual Events, every fourth Tuesday, 3:30 pm, with the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health. The Massachusetts DMH (Department of Mental Health) SWAC (Statewide Young Adult Council) is a monthly virtual gathering hosted by youth for[...]

Newton, MA, Fall & Winter 2025, with the JCC in Newton Free. All Ages. Disabilities Served – Autism, Other Sensory Needs. JCC Greater Boston, in partnership with Autism Welcoming. Geared towards individuals of all ages[...]

Newton, MA, Fall & Winter 2025, with the JCC in Newton Free. All Ages. Disabilities Served – Autism, Other Sensory Needs. JCC Greater Boston, in partnership with Autism Welcoming. Geared towards individuals of all ages[...]

Webinar, December 9th, 2025, with the Justice Resource Institute in Needham.  JRI’s Family Advisory Council is offering a Caregiver Connection Series. These quarterly facilitated conversations are intended to create spaces for support and resource sharing.[...]

Newton, MA, Fall & Winter 2025, with the JCC in Newton Free. All Ages. Disabilities Served – Autism, Other Sensory Needs. JCC Greater Boston, in partnership with Autism Welcoming. Geared towards individuals of all ages[...]

Webinars, throughout 2025, with the Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts. Join virtual educational workshops designed specifically for brain injury survivors and family caregivers. Gain valuable knowledge, practical tools, and emotional support to help navigate the[...]

Virtual vía Zoom: mensualmente, hasta 2025, con Bridgewell Family Support Center, Peabody, MA. Presentado por: Heidi Suriel, Administradora de Casos de Apoyo Familiar. Un grupo de apoyo en español para padres y cuidadores de niños y adultos[...]

Newton, MA, Fall & Winter 2025, with the JCC in Newton Free. All Ages. Disabilities Served – Autism, Other Sensory Needs. JCC Greater Boston, in partnership with Autism Welcoming. Geared towards individuals of all ages[...]

Virtual Events, every fourth Tuesday, 3:30 pm, with the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health. The Massachusetts DMH (Department of Mental Health) SWAC (Statewide Young Adult Council) is a monthly virtual gathering hosted by youth for[...]

Webinars, throughout 2025, with the Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts. Join virtual educational workshops designed specifically for brain injury survivors and family caregivers. Gain valuable knowledge, practical tools, and emotional support to help navigate the[...]

Online, January 14th – March 25th, 2026, with the Astra Foundation in Acton, MA. Learn DIR® techniques developed by Stanley Greenspan, MD and Serena Wieder, PhD. DIR® focuses on the child-parent (or caregiver) relationship as[...]

Webinars, throughout 2025, with the Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts. Join virtual educational workshops designed specifically for brain injury survivors and family caregivers. Gain valuable knowledge, practical tools, and emotional support to help navigate the[...]

Virtual vía Zoom: mensualmente, hasta 2025, con Bridgewell Family Support Center, Peabody, MA. Presentado por: Heidi Suriel, Administradora de Casos de Apoyo Familiar. Un grupo de apoyo en español para padres y cuidadores de niños y adultos[...]

Webinars, throughout 2025, with the Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts. Join virtual educational workshops designed specifically for brain injury survivors and family caregivers. Gain valuable knowledge, practical tools, and emotional support to help navigate the[...]

Virtual Events, every fourth Tuesday, 3:30 pm, with the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health. The Massachusetts DMH (Department of Mental Health) SWAC (Statewide Young Adult Council) is a monthly virtual gathering hosted by youth for[...]