Carver, through December 21st, 2018. This is not a disability-specific event. Join Mrs. Claus & Santa’s elves at the boarding station as they embark on a 45 minute interactive train ride adventure to find Santa. Sing[...]

Regis College, Weston, November 24th, 2018. This family and sensory-friendly performance of The Nutcracker holiday classic will be a relaxed and welcoming setting.  Theatre lights will be left on a little, the music volume will be[...]

Waltham, MA, December 1st, 2018. The Advocates in Motion (AIM) program is for teens and young adults with Down syndrome and friends, ages 13-22.  This holiday party will feature a karaoke and dance fest, along[...]

Burlington, December 1st, 2018, Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome Congress office. Holiday Photo Session. A professional photographer will take Holiday photos to share with families at no cost. Families of children with Down syndrome three years old (up to[...]

Dracut, December 1st, 2018. For adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The LifeLinks Holiday Party is open to anyone, regardless of their mobility challenges or dietary restrictions. Guests dress in their holiday finery and enjoy dinner,[...]

Hopkinton, December 1st, 2018. Free. The Hopkinton Lions club and area sponsors will be contributing to this semi-private family event for any child with special or mental health needs. Enjoy an accessible, quiet, indoor location that[...]

Holyoke, December 1st, 2018. Sensory Santa Photo Event – Children with special needs and their families can come to the Celebration Center and have time to do have their picture taken with Santa Claus in a relaxing and[...]

Gardner, December 1st, 2018, 2 p.m. performance. For  children and adults with sensory input disorders, autism, or other developmental, cognitive and physical disabilities and their families and caretakers. A judgment-free, fun experience for the entire family. *[...]

Bridgewater, December 1st, 2018. Free to all special needs families, including siblings. The Knights of Columbus Council 488 invites special-needs children to their Annual Children’s Christmas Party. Hosted in a supportive environment so kids can enjoy things like visiting Santa[...]

“Caring Santa”, Barnstable, Braintree, Kingston, Hadley, Hanover, Marlborough, Newton, N. Attleboro, Peabody, Salem, Saugus. NH – Manchester, Nashua, Newington. CT – Waterford December 2nd, 2018. a private photo experience for children with special needs and their families.[...]

Marblehead, December 2nd, 2018. New England Yachad will have a celebration of Chanukah for those with special needs. Please check with the host for an update on ages served and activities in detail. In the past,[...]

Brookline, December 2nd, 2018. For families with children ages 16 and under. Yachad and Young Israel Brookline will host a children’s party on the first night of Chanukah. Enjoy crafts, games, a raffle and a special[...]

Watertown, December 2nd, 2018. A free and wheelchair accessible concert open to the public. The Perkins student musicians host a festive afternoon of music sung by the Perkins Student Chorus and Chamber Singers, featuring traditional and popular carols,[...]

Boston, December 2nd, 2018.  For all families with special-need that would like to attend a sensory/disability friendly holiday event. Seating will be available in both the orchestra and balcony. * Each venue has a specific[...]

Bridgewater, MA, December 2nd, 2018. Families are invited to a holiday photo session with Santa and Mrs. Claus in an environment that supports the needs of kids of all abilities. No lines, no crowds, but lots[...]

Weston Community Center, December 2nd, 2018. Free and open to all members of the Spina Bifida community in greater New England, all ages and abilities welcome. Spina Bifida Association of Greater New England will include: lunch, crafts,[...]

Hyannis, December 4th, 2018. The venue will be closed to the public, and offer families a non-judgmental, sensory sensitive environment where all behaviors are welcome. A very generous Santa Claus offered to be there to take pictures[...]

Watertown, December 4th, 2018. A free and wheelchair accessible concert open to the public. The Perkins student musicians will offer a festive evening of music sung by the Perkins Student Chorus and Chamber Singers, featuring traditional and[...]

Peabody, December 5th, 2018. Free and open to the community. This is not a disability-specific event. Menorah At The Mall will feature Special Comedy Juggling, Magic & Variety Show by Greg Frisbee, Chanukah Crafts, Grand Menorah lighting, Chanukah activities, Latkes,[...]

Brookline, December 8th, 2018. For for special-needs teens and adults ages 16+.  Yachad a will host this event that will feature Chanukah activities, an ice cream bar, dancing shoes and a DJ. Fees apply. Registration required to www.yachad.org/newengland/events/11163/teen-and-adult-chanukah-party or Ilana Kruger, +16172096799,[...]

Raynham Lion’s Club, December 8th, 2018. Free. The Lions Clubs of District 33-S is hosting A Christmas Party fro hearing impaired and other special-needs children with a variety of disabilities. There will be a visit from[...]

December 8th & 9th, 2018. This is NOT a sensory-friendly event.  Haverhill, MA, New Hampshire locations: Manchester, Nashua & Pelham. This is an event for the general public.  All kids receive a custom-made golden ticket that[...]

Taunton, December 8th, 2018. The Taunton Special Education Parent Advisory Council invites families to our their  Winter Wonderland party. It will be an inclusive, all abilities, all ages, sensory friendly event, with food, children’s activities, and[...]

“Caring Santa”, Holyoke, Peabody, December 9th, 2018. a private photo experience for children with special needs and their families. Children will have the opportunity to visit with Santa and have their photo taken with him. The[...]

Lawrence, December 9th, 2018. Meet, eat and take pictures with Santa at a local restaurant. This is an autism friendly non-judgmental brunch with Santa. There will be toys for the kids, pictures with Santa and a buffet.  All[...]

Providence, December 9th, 2018. New England Yachad will have a free celebration of Chanukah by hosting an all ages and all disabilities. There will be music, food and Chanukah activities Registration required to www.yachad.org/newengland/events/11173/providence-chanukah-party  Jordana Weisman, +16172096799,[...]

Fitchburg, December 9th, 2018. The Arc of Opportunity holiday dance is an event for the whole family. Dress up in your fancy Christmas outfit and bring along the relatives. There will be a catered meal and [...]

Scituate, December 9th, 2018.  The annual Scituate North Pole Express,  sponsored by the Scituate CORSE Foundation and SHORE, will feature one 11:55 a.m. reservations-only car on the train for families of children with special needs[...]

Prudential Center, Boston, December 9th,  2018. Partners for Youth with Disabilities and the Prudential Center invite youth with and without disabilities, their families & friends of all faiths and beliefs for photos with Santa. * There[...]

Thomaston, CT, December 9th, 2018. This event is for families and friends of those on the Autism Spectrum. On the Santa Express, parents and kids alike are able to hop and board and visit Santa[...]

Taunton, December 9th, 2018. Holiday Family Brunch and Santa Visit for individuals with ASD, along with their parents and siblings. In order to attend pre-registration is required by Wednesday, November 21, 2018. You will receive[...]

Bellingham Memorial Middle School, December 10th, 2018. An event for the entire special needs family. An evening of live music, crafts and holiday cheer. Hosted by the Bellingham Special Education Parent Advisory Council. RSVPs required[...]

December 12th, 2018. This is NOT a sensory-friendly event.  Haverhill, MA, New Hampshire locations: Manchester, Nashua & Pelham. This is an event for the general public.  After inadvertently wreaking havoc on the elf community due[...]

Stoneham, MA, December 15th, 2018. The sensory-friendly production of Tiny Tim’s Christmas Carol is a modified performance for individuals with sensory-input disorders, including autism spectrum disorder, anxiety, and a range of cognitive abilities. The theater strives to create[...]

Boston, December 19th, 2018. Boston Ballet presents its first ever All-Access Performance of The Nutcracker. Additional accommodations and supports make this performance more accessible for individuals with disabilities and those who would benefit from: • A[...]

Castle of the Knights in Chicopee, December 19th, 2018. This inclusive holiday “rock and roll” dance welcomes all abilities to celebrate the holiday season. Please inquire with the host about the appropriate ages for this event.[...]

Worcester, December 31st, 2018. This is not a disability-specific event but the venue does have accessibility. Families can ring in the new year with a day of watching a lighted ball drop at 12 noon and 2:00[...]

Bridgewater, December 31st, 2018. For those with special needs ages 4-22 years old. Looking for something to do on New Year’s Eve Day? Have fun with a trained staff that will engage campers in a variety[...]

Springfield JCC, January 3rd, 2019. For ages 14+ with all abilities, a Rocking New Years Eve and also for any family and friends wishing to come along and dance the night away. Includes a DJ, refreshments[...]

Lewiston, Maine, January 20th, 2019. Free and open to all members of the Spina Bifida community in greater New England, all ages and abilities welcome. This Spina Bifida Association of Greater New England event will include: lunch,[...]