Sensory & Inclusive Holiday Events in Massachusetts

Bridgewater, MA, Information Sessions, throughout 2025, with the EXCEL 2025/2026 program at Bridgewater State University. The EXCEL Program at Bridgewater State University is a fully-inclusive postsecondary program for individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. Interested[...]

Virtual Program, September 8th – October 27th, 2025, Association for Autism and Neurodiversity in Watertown, MA.  ANE is offering an 8-week virtual group for Autistic and Neurodivergent teens aged 17-19. This group is designed to[...]

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[...]

In person and online with UMass Lowell, usually the first and second Wednesday of each month throughout 2025. A social networking program for adolescents and young adults on the autism spectrum. Offering both in person[...]

Worcester, MA, September 11th – October 30th, 2025. Basketball skills program for athletes ages 18+. Program will be held at on Thursdays from 6pm to 7pm, starting September 11th through October 30th. * No prior[...]

Waltham, MA, September 14th, 2025, with JF&CS and Yachad New England. Free. Enjoy a kosher dairy lunch and connect with your community. Mindful Musicians will be performing. * CHAI Services holds Jewish holiday celebrations with[...]

Worcester, MA, September 14th – November 23rd, 2025. 2025 Fall Holy Cross Goes Unified Basketball  skills program held at Holy Cross in Worcester on Sunday mornings from 11 am to 12 pm for the following dates:[...]

With Massachusetts Advocates for Children – Deadline to Apply is September 15th, 2025. Massachusetts Advocates for Children (MAC) invites young adults 18 to 26 years old with an intellectual disability and/or autism to apply for MAC’s[...]

Webinar, meetings throughout 2025, with the Massachusetts Alliance for 21st Century Disability Policy (MA21). Sep 16, 2025 – Know Your Rights: The DDS Appeals Process. 1:30PM.  Join the conversation about Massachusetts Alliance for 21st Century[...]

Webinar, September 16th, 2025, with Bridgewell of Peabody.  This presentation offers parents a comprehensive overview of key topics covered in Part 1 of our Sexuality Training Series, including personal boundaries, respecting others’ boundaries, and understanding[...]

Virtual Program, September 17th – December 10th, 2025, with the Association for Autism and Neurodiversity in Watertown, MA.  The Berklee Institute for Accessible Arts Education (BIAAE) is offering free group music lessons to Autistic adults.[...]

Lawrence, MA, September 18th, 2025, with the Disability Law Center of Massachusetts. Join a training on employment and benefits for people with disabilities. Attorneys from the DLC will provide information about reasonable accommodations in employment for[...]

48 Main Street. Westford, MA, September 19th, with the Westford Commission on Disabilities. Disabilities Served: IDD, Physical, Neurological. This is an inclusive accessible event with music, food, fun, games, socialization, and crafts. * Open to[...]

Monthly Webinars, throughout 2025, with Autism Housing Pathways in Massachusetts. The Autism Housing Pathways’s Family Action Meetups (FAMS) are monthly opportunities for families to get together, learn about two housing models per month, and chat[...]

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[...]

Natick, MA, September 26th,  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[...]

Needham, MA, September 27th – November 15th, 2025.  Basketball skills program held at  in Needham on Saturdays from 1pm to 2pm, starting September 27th through November 15th. * No prior basketball experience required. * All[...]

Northampton, MA, Fall 2025, with Whole Children / Milestones. For ages 6 – 12 and 13+ to adult with special needs. For everyone with an interest in exploring the visual arts – whether you’re an[...]

Northampton, MA, in Person, Fall, 2025, with Whole Children / Milestones of Western MA. For ages 18+ with special needs. The Boundaries and Relationships class provides students with the building blocks of creating relationships of[...]

Northampton, MA, Fall 2025, with Whole Children. For ages 16+ with special needs. Come cook something up with your friends. * Students work on practical cooking skills while finding new foods to try. * They[...]

Taunton, MA, October 2nd – November 20th, 2025, with Community Autism Resources. The Healthy Relationships program is designed to help individuals with ASD navigate healthy relationships and understand sexual health in a safe, supportive environment.[...]

Webinar, October 7th, 2025, with the Arc of Massachusetts. Three Evenings of Friendship: Video Screening Series. Friendships matter, bringing joy and comfort during good times and bad.  These short, friendship stories each tell the story of a[...]

Bristol Community College, Fall River, MA, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., with M.O.L.I.F.E. Free. In honor of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, Empowerment Through Inclusion: Every Voice, Every Ability, hosted by M.O. L.I.F.E., Inc. in[...]

Worcester, MA, October 9th, 2025, with the Massachusetts APSE state chapter of APSE, the Association of People Supporting Employment First. Partners in Progress Conference 2025. Come prepared to strengthen your networking skills, and connect with[...]

Webinar Series, Fall/Winter 2025,  with Autism Housing Pathways of Winchester, MA. Learning about housing is a five part Zoom series in which families are guided through materials that will help them to determine what housing[...]

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[...]

Virtual Series, October 15th – November 19th, 2025, with the Association for Autism and Neurodiversity in Watertown, MA. Depression, Anxiety, and Self-Compassion on the Autism Spectrum (PAUSE) is a 6-session online workshop for Autistic adults who[...]

Wellesley, MA, October 16th, 2025, with Mass Bay Community College. ebinar, March 2nd, 2022, with Riverside Community Care of Dedham, MA.  Connected Futures, Thursday, October 16, 2025, 12-2 Light Lunch MassBay Community College invites you[...]

Natick, MA, October 17th, 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[...]

Webinar, October 17th,  2025, with PPal of Massachusetts. Free. PPAL workshops are meant for parents, caregivers, family members, individuals, family partners, and/or peer leaders with experience supporting children with emotional, behavioral, or mental health needs.[...]

Webinar, June 16th, 2025, with the Association for Autism & Neurodiversity in Watertown, MA. A presentation and discussion for Autistic adults to come and explore their understanding of autism through a neurological lens. * Discuss[...]

Webinar, October 21st, 2025, with the Massachusetts’ Department of Developmental Services. Free. Be Prepared for the Transition Years DDS 101 Info Session. This free workshop will provide need to know information about the Department of[...]

Webinar, October 21st, 2025, with Perkins School for the Blind’s “Transition Talks” series. Hear from experts about who qualifies for Personal Care Attendant (PCA) services and Adult Foster Care (AFC), how to apply, and what[...]

Watertown, MA, October 23rd, 2025, with Perkins School for the Blind. An event focused on planning the future for young adults with complex support needs. Designed for families and caregivers of young adults, these interactive[...]

Monthly Webinars, throughout 2025, with Autism Housing Pathways in Massachusetts. The Autism Housing Pathways’s Family Action Meetups (FAMS) are monthly opportunities for families to get together, learn about two housing models per month, and chat[...]

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[...]

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[...]

Wellesley, MA, register by October 17, 2025 for Winter 2025/26,  with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress.  The Your Next Star Academy is part of the MDSC’s Philip Donahue Your Next Star Employment Center, and provides[...]

Charlestown, MA, November 8th, Register by October 17, 2025, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress.  The Your Next Star Academy is part of the MDSC’s Philip Donahue Your Next Star Employment Center, and provides experiential[...]

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[...]

Webinar, November 18th, 2025, with Perkins School for the Blind’s “Transition Talks” series. Growing up with a brother or sister who has a disability can bring pride, love, responsibility—and sometimes guilt or confusion. This webinar[...]

Monthly Webinars, throughout 2025, with Autism Housing Pathways in Massachusetts. The Autism Housing Pathways’s Family Action Meetups (FAMS) are monthly opportunities for families to get together, learn about two housing models per month, and chat[...]

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, meetings throughout 2025, with the Massachusetts Alliance for 21st Century Disability Policy (MA21). Sep 16, 2025 – Know Your Rights: The DDS Appeals Process. 1:30PM.  Join the conversation about Massachusetts Alliance for 21st Century[...]

Webinar, December 2nd, 2025, with the Arc of Massachusetts. Three Evenings of Friendship: Video Screening Series. Friendships matter, bringing joy and comfort during good times and bad.  These short, friendship stories each tell the story of[...]

Boston, December 6th, 2025. Inclusive and sensory-friendly holiday concert. Holiday Pops has all your festive favorites in a welcoming environment designed for families and people with sensory sensitivities alike * Modifications for the performance include:[...]

Acton, MA, December 6th, 2025, 5 – 8 pm. A special free evening for visitors 18 years and older with developmental disabilities, including having autism or Downs Syndrome, and their families or caregivers. * Enjoy[...]

Monthly Webinars, throughout 2025, with Autism Housing Pathways in Massachusetts. The Autism Housing Pathways’s Family Action Meetups (FAMS) are monthly opportunities for families to get together, learn about two housing models per month, and chat[...]

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[...]

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[...]

Monthly Webinars, throughout 2025, with Autism Housing Pathways in Massachusetts. The Autism Housing Pathways’s Family Action Meetups (FAMS) are monthly opportunities for families to get together, learn about two housing models per month, and chat[...]

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, February 3rd, 2026, with the Arc of Massachusetts. Three Evenings of Friendship: Video Screening Series. Friendships matter, bringing joy and comfort during good times and bad.  These short, friendship stories each tell the story of[...]

Webinar, February 15th, 2026, with Perkins School for the Blind in Watertown, MA. Rigorous job preparation for young adults ages 14 to 22 who are blind or visually impaired. This is an overview of their[...]