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Special Needs Recreation Events & Programs – Massachusetts
Events
Apr 9 – Jun 25 all-day
Newton, through June 2017. Kids’ Connection Corner (KCC) is a free respite and social skills group program that provides children with autism ages 7–14 with the opportunity to participate in creative activities while making friends.[...]
Apr 28 – Aug 27 all-day
Striar Old Colony YMCA in Stoughton, Spring & Summer 2017. A swim program for ages 2+ with developmental, perceptual and/or physical challenges. Participants have an opportunity to gain confidence in the water with private, 30-minute individual instruction with[...]
May 16 – Oct 10 all-day
Weston, May 16th – October 10th, 2017. For people with autism ages 35 years – no previous golf experience is necessary. This clinic serves the full range of the autism spectrum including people with Asperger syndrome,[...]
May 17 – Jul 9 all-day
Taunton, May 7th – July 9th, 2017. The Taunton White Tigers are a 501(c)3 non-profit sports program for athletes of all abilities, ages 4-22. Athletes from all communities are always welcome. The program’s focuses on developing the athletic[...]
May 20 – Jul 29 all-day
Framingham State College, May 20th – July 29th, 2017. Paralympic Sport Club Boston will host Saturday track clinics and workouts. Set your own goals and work with friends and coaches to achieve them. Go couch to[...]
May 25 – Jul 20 all-day
Belmont, May 25th – July 20th, 2017. For children aged 6-9 working on social and or communication skills. Activities led by an experienced music therapist will focus on developing healthy leadership skills, lengthening attention span,[...]
May 30 – Jul 11 all-day
Agawam, May 30th – July 11th, 2017. CHD Disability Resource Program presents a program for ages 14-30 with an intellectual disability or physical impairment, however participants must have some mobility in arms or legs. Get some exercise[...]
Jun 7 – Aug 30 all-day
June 7th – August 20th, 2017. Open to all individuals in the community who are living with disabilities. Staff members help each participant find the most appropriate activities for his or her interests, capabilities and[...]
Jun 11 – Oct 14 all-day
Jones Ferry in Holyoke, June – October 2017. Learn to row or scull with Stephanie Moore of Holyoke Rows. Specialized rowing shells and adaptive support as needed. Enjoy exercising on the Connecticut River and/or train for competition.[...]
Jun 11 – Jul 23 all-day
Agawam, June 11th – July 23rd, 2017. For those who are visually impaired ages 5+, and participants who are not visually impaired can also participate. Description: Beep baseball bears some similarities to softball in terms[...]
Jun 17 – Sep 2 all-day
Concord, Minute Man Arc, through September 1st, 2017. Small-group classes designed for Transition-age students & Adults to promote creative expression, health, and social connection. Also an opportunity to practice social skills, build self-efficacy, and explore[...]
Jun 23 – Aug 25 all-day
Hadley, June 23rd – August 25th, 2017. Adaptive and assistive biking for all ages and abilities with the DCR Universal Access Program. Explore a wide variety of adaptive bikes for adults and kids, including hand cycles,[...]
Jun 23 – Jul 29 all-day
Lincoln, June 23 – July 29th, 2017. An animal-assisted learning curriculum designed to engage students physically, cognitively and socially with their peers. A learner-centered approach in which the students are encouraged to ask questions and[...]
Jun 24 – Jun 25 all-day
North Conway, NH, June 24th & 25th, 2017. Meet up with other families from around New England at the Autism Awareness Day at Story Land, which will include an Awareness Walk around the park before it[...]
Jun 25 all-day
Boston, Charles Playhouse, June 25th, 2017. This is a sensory-friendly performance that will include minor production changes to the Blue Man Group show, such as reduction of sound and light levels at select moments along with[...]
Jun 25 – Aug 18 all-day
North Andover, June 25th – August 18th, 2017. For children ages 6-12 with special needs, who learn how to care for and ride a pony for the week. Riding instructors teach horse care and riding[...]
Jun 27 – Jun 29 all-day
Hingham, June 27th -29th, 2017. The C.O.R.S.E. Foundation’s Skateboarding Clinic is a one week summer program that will introduce and/or teach basic skills and is accessible for ALL children, those with and without special needs, who[...]
Jun 27 – Jun 29 all-day
Rockland, Arc of the South Shore, June 27th – 29th, 2017. For ages Ages 3+ and 12 +. Music therapy class with a board-certified therapist and one yoga class run by an experienced special needs[...]
Jun 28 – Jul 26 all-day
Agawam, June 28th – July 26th, 2017. For ages 7+ that have upper arm strength on at least one side of the body Disc golf is a fun, interactive and healthy outdoor activity played much like[...]
Jun 30 – Oct 21 all-day
June 30th – October 21st, 2017. Across all of the many major state parks in Massachusetts. Take a gentle hike with Stavros Outdoor Access and the DCR Universal Access Program. Teamwork and assistive equipment, such as[...]
Jun 30 all-day
Lynn, June 30th, 2017. Join the Autism Support Center for the North Shore Navigators’ very first Autism Awareness Night. The Navigators’ management team is rolling out the red carpet for NeArc families – Children and adults[...]
Jun 30 all-day
Free Fun Fridays, June 30th, 2017. Eight different museums and cultural venues open for free every Friday for summer 2017. For accessibility, check with each specific venue. This week: Boston Children’s Museum • Boston MIT Museum[...]
Jul 1 – Jul 28 all-day
Somerset, July 1st – August 28th, 2017. The AIRE Time Foundation presents an inclusive karate for ages 7 and older, that will include warm ups and stretching, character development, forms, self defense & sparring (hitting[...]
Jul 7 all-day
Free Fun Fridays, July th, 2017. Eight different museums and cultural venues open for free every Friday for summer 2017. For accessibility, check with each specific venue. This week: Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum • Boston New[...]
Jul 8 – Jul 9 all-day
Harvard University Cambridge, July 8th & 9th, 2017. Participants must be a minimum of age 8 as of July 8, 2017. Paralympic swimmers will compete directly in the competition, as there are no qualifiers for[...]
Brighton, July 9th, 2017. Hang out on the bank of the Charles River with kids from all elements with the Greater Boston para sports community, including PSC Boston’s Kids triathlon team, Community Rowing’s Para rowing[...]
Jul 9 – Sep 3 all-day
Ristuccia Memorial Arena Ice Skating Rink in Wilmington, July 9 – September 3, 2017. Sled hockey enables youth and adults to play hockey sitting down and is played by athletes with spinal cord injuries, spina bifida, lower limb amputations,[...]
Jul 10 – Aug 31 all-day
Adaptive Kayaking in Goshen, Hopkinton, Natick, Waltham, & Worcester, July 10th – August 31, 2017. The State of Massachusetts DCR Universal Access program offers adaptive and accessible kayaking in state parks. Kayaking with All Out[...]
Jul 11 – Aug 15 all-day
DCR’s Bennett Field Swimming Pool in Worcester, July 11th – August 15th, 2017. Free. Easter Seals Massachusetts, in partnership with the DCR’s Universal Access Program, is offering an adapted swim program for children and adults with disabilities.[...]
Jul 13 – Aug 17 all-day
Charles River, July 13th – August 17th, 2017. Accessible and adaptive kayaking for all ages and abilities with the DCR Universal Access Program and Kayaking with Waypoint Adventure Greater Boston Area. Join Waypoint for kayaking explorations along[...]
Jul 15 all-day
Acton, July 15th, 2017, 5 – 8:30 p.m. Children’s Discovery Museum and Discovery Woods (Science museum closed for renovation). Special free early afternoon for families with children on the autism spectrum. This event overlaps with public hours,[...]
Jul 15 all-day
South Massachusetts, July 15th & August 19th, 2017. A Saturday night social and recreational activity group for ages 13 – 17 designed to enhance and practice social skills while encouraging independence within the community. Activities will[...]
Jul 15 all-day
Fitchburg State University, July 15th, 2017. Participants must be a minimum of age 8, and will be classified by ages once the number of entrants is determined. There will be Male and Female Divisions Eligibility – An athlete[...]
Jul 15 all-day
Sensory Friendly Movie “Despicable Me 3″, July 15th, 10 a.m., 2017. Cinemagic Theaters in Sturbridge, MA, Hookset, Merrimac and Portsmouth, NH, and Saco, South Portland, and Westbrook ME. Cinemagic Sensory & Family friendly movies are for individuals[...]
Jul 16 all-day
Boston, July 16th, 2017, 6 – 8 p.m. Program offers children with special and medical needs the opportunity to enjoy the Museum in an uncrowded environment, with few other visitors and less concern about infections and large[...]
Jul 16 all-day
MIT in Cambridge, July 16th, 2017. Get ready to swim, run, and bike with Adaptive Sports NE in partnership with the Carroll Center and Spaulding Adaptive Sports, who will host a Paratriathlon team for kids ages[...]
Jul 20 – Aug 24 all-day
Belmont, May 25th – July 20th, 2017. For children aged 6-9 working on social and or communication skills. Activities led by an experienced music therapist will focus on developing healthy leadership skills, lengthening attention span,[...]
Jul 22 all-day
Edward M. Kennedy Institute in Boston, July 22nd, 2017, 8 – 10 a.m. for families and individuals with sensory differences. The Edward M. Kennedy Institute offers all-access tours and programs designed to be inclusive and[...]
Jul 24 – Aug 4 all-day
Boston Center for the Arts, June 24th – August 4th, 2017. For teens and young adults of all abilities, ages 13 – 22. Do you want to be an actor, dancer, rapper, musician, poet, or[...]
Jul 24 – Aug 3 all-day
Westfield, July 24th – August 3rd. Participants with a physical disability, developmental disability or visual impairment are welcome to sign up. Participants should have just enough upper body strength and lower body strength to be able[...]
Jul 25 – Aug 9 all-day
Quabbin Reservoir, Belchertown, July 25th – August 9th, 2017. Experience wilderness canoeing on pristine Pottapaug Pond. Over 2 miles of reservoir to explore with islands, coves, and wildlife. Bring your lunch, drinking water, and other necessary supplies as there[...]
Jul 25 all-day
Boston City Hall Plaza, July 25th, 2017. Celebrate the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) with the Boston Mayor’s Commission for Persons with Disabilities, a free event for children, families, & individuals of all abilities, 12 noon – 3:00[...]
Aug 1 – Oct 15 all-day
Webster/South County Area, August 1st – Mid October, 2017. For individuals any age with intellectual and / or physical disabilities and can reside from any town. The mission of the Pop Warner Challenger Division is to bring the[...]
Aug 3 – Sep 10 all-day
North Scituate, June 27th – August 3rd, 2017. The C.O.R.S.E. Foundation’s Therapeutic Riding Program for youth ages 6 – 22 with special needs including physical, sensory, emotional, cognitive and social benefits. Children will be introduced[...]
Acton, August 5th, 2017, 5 – 8:30 p.m. Free but a reservation only event. ASL Interpreters will be available. Kids can explore, play, experiment, and image throughout the Museums’ campus during this special event that is[...]
Aug 6 all-day
Andover, August 6th, 2017. The Ironstone Adoption Party For Special Needs kids welcomes children, teens, their social workers, and friends for a day of horseback riding. This small adoption party is open to families who are interested in[...]
Aug 13 all-day
Chelmsford, August 13th, 2017, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Free to Kids with disabilities and their families. Typical age attending is 5 – 20. Over 16 games, crafts, parachutes activities and prizes. Fair location is The Paul[...]
Aug 14 all-day
Boston, August 14th, 8 a.m. – 10 a.m. Program offers children with special and medical needs the opportunity to enjoy the Museum in an uncrowded environment, with few other visitors and less concern about infections[...]
Acton, August 19th, 2017, 5 – 8:30 p.m. Children’s Discovery Museum and Discovery Woods (Science museum closed for renovation). Special free early afternoon for families with children on the autism spectrum. Visitors may also drop-in for a[...]
Aug 19 all-day
South Massachusetts, July 15th & August 19th, 2017. A Saturday night social and recreational activity group for ages 13 – 17 designed to enhance and practice social skills while encouraging independence within the community. Activities will[...]
Aug 19 all-day
Sensory Friendly Movie “Nut Job 2″, August 19th, 10 a.m., 2017. Cinemagic Theaters in Sturbridge, MA, Hookset, Merrimac and Portsmouth, NH, and Saco, South Portland, and Westbrook ME. Cinemagic Sensory & Family friendly movies are for individuals[...]
Aug 25 all-day
New Bedford, August 25th, 2017. This is a registration-only event for families with disabilities to enjoy a private evening and Twilight Tour at the zoo. Have you ever wondered what happens at the zoo after the[...]
Sep 6 all-day
Boston, Fenway Park, September 6th, 20167 Join with the Boston area DEAF, Inc. staff and community at the Deaf and Hard of Hearing night at Fenway Park to celebrate International Deaf Awareness Week. A portion of[...]
Sep 8 – Sep 10 all-day
Boston, September 8th – 10th, 2017. For people of all ages and abilities. All workshops are for free and all attendees are welcome – you don’t need to register or sign up in advance. Just arrive[...]
Sep 10 all-day
Charlestown, Adaptive Sailing Days, September 10th, 2017. Adaptive Sailing Days are an opportunity for adults and kids with any sort of disability to come out for a free one-hour sail with an instructor from Courageous Sailing[...]
Sep 10 – Oct 29 all-day
Taunton, September 10th – October 29th, 2017. The Taunton White Tigers are a 501(c)3 non-profit sports program for athletes of all abilities, ages 4-22. Athletes from all communities are always welcome. The program’s focuses on developing the athletic[...]
Sep 13 – Oct 4 all-day
Brighton, September 13th – October 4th, 2017. Adaptive and assistive biking for all ages and abilities with the DCR Universal Access Program. Explore a wide variety of adaptive bikes for adults and kids, including hand cycles,[...]
Oct 3 all-day
Acton, October 3rd, 2017, 1:30 – 4:30. Explore both museums during this special free early afternoon for families with children on the autism spectrum. During these special Sensory-Friendly hours, although the museum is open to[...]
