Assistive Tech/Medically Complex Events in Massachusetts

Bridgewater, MA, September 2nd – December 22nd, 2025, with Easterseals MA and the Bridge Center. Weekly horseback riding lessons and unmounted horsemanship lessons, are available to all ages and riding backgrounds in a welcoming setting. The[...]

Webinars, every Tuesday through 2025, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. Free. The Federation’s Transition team is working with Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission to tell you about an innovative pilot project, NextGen[...]

Bristol, RI, through December 1 – 23, 2025, by scheduled appointment, with the James D. Rielly Foundation. Free. The Bristol Santa House welcomes the public but their core mission is serving families with special needs[...]

Boston, MA, through February 22nd, 2026. This is not a disability specific event, however the Boston Children’s Museum is a accessible. See link provided below for accessibility. Snowmazing! is annual tradition that transforms the Museum[...]

Worcester, MA, December 4th – 23rd, 2025, hosted by Polar Park. This is not a disability specific event however the venue is accessible. Polar Park transforms into a sparkling holiday wonderland. Winter in Wooville offers[...]

December 5th – 18th, 2025, Manchester, New Hampshire. *This family event is NOT a sensory-friendly or disability specific event – please see below for accessibility information.  Grab your jammies, hop on in and join a[...]

Boston, MA, December 13th, 2025, with the Boston Museum of Fine Arts. For teens with Autism Spectrum and Aspergers Disorders ages 13 to 18. * Focus on specific art topics and incorporate discussion, critical inquiry, and[...]

Sutton, MA, December 13th, 2025, 12 – 5 pm, with Worcester Deaf Club Inc. The Worcester Deaf Club’s Annual Christmas Party features a Hot Buffet Meal  (Gluten Free & Vegan Meals by request), christmas cake,[...]

Hopkinton, MA, December 13th, 2025, 10 a.m., with the Hopkinton Special Education Parent Advisory Council. They are hosting a snowman themed family fun day. Please in for: – Cookie decorating – Hot chocolate station –[...]

Holyoke, MA, December 13th, 2025, with Jericho Bureau of Exceptional Children and Adults. You are invited to the Bureau of Exceptional Children and Adults at Jericho for their 2024 Sensitive Santa Party. This annual event[...]

Bernardston, MA, November – December, 2025, at Kringle Candle. Free but by appointment only. Enjoy a calm, quiet visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus designed especially for guests who prefer a low-sensory environment. *Enjoy a[...]

Brockton, MA, December 13th, 2025, 10 a.m., with Relate Church of Weymouth. Join amorning designed for everyone to enjoy — a Sensory-Friendly Breakfast with Santa. * Enjoy a cozy breakfast of pancakes, bacon, and holiday[...]

Springfield, MA, December 24th, 2025, with the Springfield JCC and the Jewish Federation of Western Massachusetts. Free and open to the public. Not a disability specific event. Celebrate the light and miracle of the first[...]

Manchester, NH, December, 2025, with Chunky’s Theater. Not disability specific. This is an all ages family friendly show. Please contact the theaters directly for more information on the family friendly accommodations that each theater offers.[...]

Peabody, December 14th, 2025. Free and open to the community. Chabad of Peabody Hebrew School invites you to Menorah at the Mall.  Not a disability specific or sensory event. * Chanukah games * Chanukah crafts[...]

Bernardston, MA, November – December, 2025, at Kringle Candle. Free but by appointment only. Enjoy a calm, quiet visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus designed especially for guests who prefer a low-sensory environment. *Enjoy a[...]

Georgetown, MA (Northshore), December 14th, 2025, with the Georgetown SEPAC and Camp Dennison. This event is intended for only children with special needs to meet Santa and enjoy holiday crafts in a sensory friendly environment.[...]

Canton, MA, December 2025. A a gentle, less crowded, supported experience geared towards individuals with sensory needs. Each time slot will have a smaller number of tickets available, meaning you’ll have more space to explore[...]

North Andover, MA, December 14th, with the Trustees at Stevens Coolidge. This program offers dedicated time slots with a reduced number of guests and quieter sensory friendly environment. Any family that would benefit from a[...]

Charlestown, MA, Winter 2025/26, 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Join Sensory-friendly mornings to learn about the history of America’s Ship of State in a quieter setting, without loud sounds or flashing lights, and before the[...]

Virtual Event, December 15th, 2025, with The Voice of the Deaf Community in Massachusetts. This holiday season, we’re bringing a little magic to your screen! Join a special Meet Deaf Santa event where your kids can[...]

Worcester, MA, Winter 2025 – 2026, with the State of Massachusetts DCR Univeral Access Program and All Out Adventures. Entry and equiptment free. This event is for people with disabilities, their families, support staff, and[...]

Manchester, NH, December, 2025, with Chunky’s Theater. Not disability specific. This is an all ages family friendly show. Please contact the theaters directly for more information on the family friendly accommodations that each theater offers.[...]

Wakefield, MA, December 16th, 2025, 5:30 p.m., with Communitas of Wakefield. Join Communitas for their Annual Holiday Party. They will  have games, crafts and activities for all ages. * Santa will be available for photos and[...]

Worcester, MA, December 17th, 2025. Sensory Performance at 4 pm only. This year’s production features  fresh scenery creating the perfect playground for state-of-the art projections and innovative lighting design. Featuring original music composed by Worcester’s[...]

Peabody, MA, December 17th, 2025, with the Peabody Special Education Parent Advisory Council. Join Peabody SEPAC for a sensory friendly holiday party. Santa will join in for photos, there will be holiday themed crafts available,[...]

Middleborough, MA, December 17th, 2025, with the Middleborough Special Education Parent Advisory Council. Surrounding towns and families are welcome to this event. Join the Middleboro SEPAC for Sensory-Friendly Photos. Meet Santa Claus, getting your photo taken,[...]

Holyoke, MA, Winter 2025 – 2026, with the DCR Universal Access Program.  Free admission and equipment use  Use your wheelchair, an ice sled, a skate walker, ice grippers, or conventional skates on the ice. Spin,[...]

December 18th, 2025, Manchester, New Hampshire. *This event is a Lights Up, Sound Down Sensory-Friendly Showing of Polar Express . These events are screenings of newly released movies or events for children with autism or[...]

Boston, December 18th, 2025, in partnership with the Vilna Shul and Combined Jewish Philanthropies.  This is not a disability specific event, however The MFA offers a wide range of accessibility to visitors, including wheelchair acesss,[...]

Middleboro, MA, December 18th, 2025, with Middleboro Elks Club and The Heart in Art: Inclusive Holiday Dance for Teens and Adults with Disabilities. Get ready to dance, connect, and celebrate at this Inclusive Dance, a[...]

Northampton, MA, December 19th, 2025, with Whole Children / Milestones .  Get cozy with friends at thier Holiday Social. Sip hot cocoa, make festive cards, and enjoy a classic holiday movie together. * It’s the[...]

Boston, MA, December 20th & 21, 2025. There will be Accessible Performances during the run of Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” with the Commonwealth Shakespeare Company. * CSC provides a welcoming environment for performances with Accessibility[...]

Dorchester, MA, December 20th, 2025, with Vòng Tay Cha Mẹ Việt – The Circle Of Vietnamese Parents in Boston. An wonderful opportunity for children with disability and autism to enjoy a restaurant setting, meet friends,[...]

Bernardston, MA, November – December, 2025, at Kringle Candle. Free but by appointment only. Enjoy a calm, quiet visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus designed especially for guests who prefer a low-sensory environment. *Enjoy a[...]

Boston, MA, December 20th, 2025, with Revolutionary Spaces in Boston. Free for all visitors 18 and under. Revolutionary Spaces’ Sensory-Friendly Mornings at the Old State House offers special early open hours designed for visitors of[...]

Worcester, MA, December 21st, 2025 2 pm performance only.  This year’s production features  fresh scenery creating the perfect playground for state-of-the art projections and innovative lighting design. Featuring original music composed by Worcester’s own Steve[...]

Bernardston, MA, November – December, 2025, at Kringle Candle. Free but by appointment only. Enjoy a calm, quiet visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus designed especially for guests who prefer a low-sensory environment. *Enjoy a[...]

Virtual Event, December 15th, 2025, 11 a.m., with Spina Cord Injury of Boston. SCIboston. is comprised of individuals affected by a spinal cord injury or disorders (SCI/D) including family members, loved ones, healthcare associates and[...]

Springfield, MA, December 30th, 2026, with the Springfield JCC. New Year’s Eve Eve Dance Party for Kehillah families and friends ages 11+. * Celebrate the beginning of the New Year with your friends and family[...]

Worcester, December 31st, 2025, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. This is not a disability-specific event but the venue does have accessibility. See the end of this post for more of the museum’s accessibility options. *[...]

Concord, MA, December 31st, 2025, 5 p.m., with the Minute Man Arc.  Ring in the New Year with a Pizza Party. Join a fun-filled celebration with pizza, games, music, and laughter as we the Minute[...]

With SCIboston. SCIboston has announted the continuation of its quality of life grant program for individuals with a spinal cord injury or disorder and will rename it The Travis Roy Legacy Grant Program. The Travis Roy[...]

Boston, MA, January 3rd, 2026, 8 – 10 a.m., “Mask Optional” event. Program offers children with special and medical needs the opportunity to enjoy the Boston Children’s Museum in an uncrowded environment, with few other[...]

Beverly, MA, January – March 2026, with theThe Children’s Center for Communication. For ages 6 – 10 and 11 – 15. There are a variety of ability levels available to choose from. ASL 101 –[...]

Peabody, MA, the first Saturday of each month, 2 – 4 pm,  with the North Shore Children’s Museum. The museum supports all families and children with different sensory processing needs. To ensure their friends with[...]

East Boston, MA, Winter and Spring 2025, with the State of Massachusetts DCR Universal Access Program. Free admission and equipment use.  This event is for people with disabilities, their families, support staff, and friends.  Yaktrax[...]

Gardner, MA, Winter 2025 – 2026, with the DCR Universal Access Program.  Free admission and equipment use  Use your wheelchair, an ice sled, a skate walker, ice grippers, or conventional skates on the ice. Spin,[...]

Watertown, MA, January 9th – 11th, 2026, with Perkins School for the Blind. Participants engage in hands-on activities focused on fostering independence, such as personal care, meal preparation, time management, and organization techniques.ally for young[...]

Charlestown, MA, Winter 2025/26, 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Join Sensory-friendly mornings to learn about the history of America’s Ship of State in a quieter setting, without loud sounds or flashing lights, and before the[...]

Worcester, MA, Winter 2025 – 2026, with the State of Massachusetts DCR Univeral Access Program and All Out Adventures. Entry and equiptment free. This event is for people with disabilities, their families, support staff, and[...]

Holyoke, MA, Winter 2025 – 2026, with the DCR Universal Access Program.  Free admission and equipment use  Use your wheelchair, an ice sled, a skate walker, ice grippers, or conventional skates on the ice. Spin,[...]

Holyoke, MA, Winter 2025 – 2026, with the DCR Universal Access Program.  Free admission and equipment use  Use your wheelchair, an ice sled, a skate walker, ice grippers, or conventional skates on the ice. Spin,[...]

Webinar, January 20th, 2025, with Perkins School for the Blind’s “Transition Talks” series. High school doesn’t last forever, so what comes next? This workshop explores supported employment for young adults with complex needs and how[...]

Gardner, MA, Winter 2025 – 2026, with the DCR Universal Access Program.  Free admission and equipment use  Use your wheelchair, an ice sled, a skate walker, ice grippers, or conventional skates on the ice. Spin,[...]

Fall River, MA, Winter 2025 – 2026, with the DCR Universal Access Program.  Free admission and equipment use  Use your wheelchair, an ice sled, a skate walker, ice grippers, or conventional skates on the ice.[...]

Acton, MA, January 31st, 2026, 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. Free with pre-registration. Explore in the Discovery Museum’s ADA-compliant and universally designed museum during this special, special free morning for visitors who are Deaf, Hard[...]

Brockton, MA, Winter 2025 – 2026, with the DCR Universal Access Program.  Free admission and equipment use  Use your wheelchair, an ice sled, a skate walker, ice grippers, or conventional skates on the ice. Spin,[...]

Acton, MA, Spring & Summer 2026,1:30 – 4:30 p.m. Free museum access and dedicated hours for families that would benefit from a sensory-friendly experience. Open to the public, but lower visitation is expected * For[...]

East Boston, MA, Winter and Spring 2025, with the State of Massachusetts DCR Universal Access Program. Free admission and equipment use.  This event is for people with disabilities, their families, support staff, and friends.  Yaktrax[...]

Gardner, MA, Winter 2025 – 2026, with the DCR Universal Access Program.  Free admission and equipment use  Use your wheelchair, an ice sled, a skate walker, ice grippers, or conventional skates on the ice. Spin,[...]

Boston, MA, February 7th, 2026, 8 – 10 a.m., “Mask Optional” event. Program offers children with special and medical needs the opportunity to enjoy the Boston Children’s Museum in an uncrowded environment, with few other[...]

Charlestown, MA, Winter 2025/26, 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Join Sensory-friendly mornings to learn about the history of America’s Ship of State in a quieter setting, without loud sounds or flashing lights, and before the[...]

Worcester, MA, Winter 2025 – 2026, with the State of Massachusetts DCR Univeral Access Program and All Out Adventures. Entry and equiptment free. This event is for people with disabilities, their families, support staff, and[...]

Holyoke, MA, Winter 2025 – 2026, with the DCR Universal Access Program.  Free admission and equipment use  Use your wheelchair, an ice sled, a skate walker, ice grippers, or conventional skates on the ice. Spin,[...]

Holyoke, MA, Winter 2025 – 2026, with the DCR Universal Access Program.  Free admission and equipment use  Use your wheelchair, an ice sled, a skate walker, ice grippers, or conventional skates on the ice. Spin,[...]

Gardner, MA, Winter 2025 – 2026, with the DCR Universal Access Program.  Free admission and equipment use  Use your wheelchair, an ice sled, a skate walker, ice grippers, or conventional skates on the ice. Spin,[...]

Brockton, MA, Winter 2025 – 2026, with the DCR Universal Access Program.  Free admission and equipment use  Use your wheelchair, an ice sled, a skate walker, ice grippers, or conventional skates on the ice. Spin,[...]

Boston, MA, February 24th, 2025, with the Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts. Brain Injury Advocacy Day is an opportunity for you to learn about BIA-MA’s legislative agenda, to meet with your legislators or their staff,[...]

Fall River, MA, Winter 2025 – 2026, with the DCR Universal Access Program.  Free admission and equipment use  Use your wheelchair, an ice sled, a skate walker, ice grippers, or conventional skates on the ice.[...]

Holyoke, MA, Winter 2025 – 2026, with the DCR Universal Access Program.  Free admission and equipment use  Use your wheelchair, an ice sled, a skate walker, ice grippers, or conventional skates on the ice. Spin,[...]

Acton, MA, Spring & Summer 2026,1:30 – 4:30 p.m. Free museum access and dedicated hours for families that would benefit from a sensory-friendly experience. Open to the public, but lower visitation is expected * For[...]

East Boston, MA, Winter and Spring 2025, with the State of Massachusetts DCR Universal Access Program. Free admission and equipment use.  This event is for people with disabilities, their families, support staff, and friends.  Yaktrax[...]

Holyoke, MA, Winter 2025 – 2026, with the DCR Universal Access Program.  Free admission and equipment use  Use your wheelchair, an ice sled, a skate walker, ice grippers, or conventional skates on the ice. Spin,[...]

Boston, MA, March 7th, 2026, 8 – 10 a.m., “All Masks ON” event. Morningstar Access offers children with special needs/medical needs the opportunity to visit the Museum at a time when there are only a[...]

Brockton, MA, Winter 2025 – 2026, with the DCR Universal Access Program.  Free admission and equipment use  Use your wheelchair, an ice sled, a skate walker, ice grippers, or conventional skates on the ice. Spin,[...]

Worcester, MA, Winter 2025 – 2026, with the State of Massachusetts DCR Univeral Access Program and All Out Adventures. Entry and equiptment free. This event is for people with disabilities, their families, support staff, and[...]

Beverly, MA, March – May, 2026, with theThe Children’s Center for Communication. For ages 6 – 10 and 11 – 15. There are a variety of ability levels available to choose from. ASL 101 –[...]

Boston, MA, March 20th, 2026, 5 – 7 pm, “Mask Optional” event. Program offers children with special and medical needs the opportunity to enjoy the Boston Children’s Museum in an uncrowded environment, with few other[...]

Medfield, MA, April 5th, 2025.  Free. Massachusetts Miss Amazing – Celebrating The Abilities Of Girls And Women With Disabilities.  This is a one-day event that gives girls and women with disabilities the opportunity to reach[...]

Marlborough, MA, March 25th & 26th, 2026.  BIA-MA is now accepting proposals for workshops and poster presentations for the 44th Annual Brain Injury Conference. This conference will take place at the Best Western Royal Plaza[...]

Worcester, MA, March 27th & 28th, 2025, with Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress and the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. A transformative gathering featuring the latest research findings and timely information from national experts on a range[...]

Acton, MA, Spring & Summer 2026,1:30 – 4:30 p.m. Free museum access and dedicated hours for families that would benefit from a sensory-friendly experience. Open to the public, but lower visitation is expected * For[...]

Acton, MA, April 11th, 2026, 5 pm to 8 pm. Free- registration required. A special free evening for visitors who are more comfortable in a mask-wearing environment. Enjoy a fun, friendly experience in an accessible and[...]

Marlborough, MA, in person on May 4th, Virtual Session, May 5th, 2026. Open to caregivers and professionals such as Early Interventionists, Early Childhood Educators, Nurses, Physical and Occupational Therapists, Special Education Teachers, Psychologists, Social Workers,[...]

Acton, MA, Spring & Summer 2026,1:30 – 4:30 p.m. Free museum access and dedicated hours for families that would benefit from a sensory-friendly experience. Open to the public, but lower visitation is expected * For[...]

Webinar, May 19th, 2026, with Perkins School for the Blind’s “Transition Talks” series. Fathers are often underrepresented in conversations about supporting youth with disabilities especially during the critical transition to adulthood. This webinar aims to change[...]

Acton, MA, Spring & Summer 2026,1:30 – 4:30 p.m. Free museum access and dedicated hours for families that would benefit from a sensory-friendly experience. Open to the public, but lower visitation is expected * For[...]

Hartford, CT, June 6th, 2026, with New England Deaf. Free. The New England Deaf region comprising six states of the northeastern United States: Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island. Welcome to public,[...]