Sensory & Inclusive Holiday Events in Massachusetts

Providence, RI, November 22nd, 2025, 12 p.m performance. Please note that children under the age of 5 are not permitted in the theater. his performance is modified and designed for people with autism, sensory processing[...]

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[...]

Sandwich, MA, November 23rd – December 7th, 2025. Free. For ages 8 through adulthood. This program provides individuals of all ages and varying developmental and intellectual abilities to learning about singing, dancing and experiencing music[...]

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[...]

Acton, MA, November 28th, 2025, 1 p.m., with the Commonwealth Ballet. A special Sensory and Family-Friendly performance at a reduced price. This is a shortened version – mostly Act I and suitable for younger audiences including children[...]

Regis College, Weston, November 28th, 2025, 1 p.m. performance only. A special Sensory and Family-Friendly performance. The matinee performance of “The Nutcracker”  will feature a 1- hour running time. This performance will include all of[...]

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[...]

Thomaston, CT, November 30th, 2025, 12 pm and 2:15 pm, with the Railroad Museum of New England.  This Autism-friendly version of their Santa Express train ride is considered judgement-free with sensory considerations (lowered volume for[...]

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[...]

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[...]

Greenfield, MA, December 4th, 2025, 4:30 p.m., with the United Arc of Turner Falls, MA.  AJoin the Arc for a Holiday Social with the Greenfield Elks. Please inquire about the appropriate ages for this event.[...]

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[...]

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[...]

Peabody, MA, December 5h, 2025, with Bridgewell Family Support Center. Join a Free Family Holiday Music Event with DJ Bethany. * Holiday Crafts * Option of Facepainting or Balloon Twisters * Dinner, desert, beverages. Please[...]

Needham, MA, December 5th, 2025, with the Charles River Center. All partygoers must be accompanied by a chaperone. The CHarles River Monthly Dances are for Individuals aged 16+. $10 per Individual – (Free for chaperones)[...]

Boston, December 5th, 2025, 1:30 p.m. performance. This performance and in-theater experience is designed to welcome guests who are neurodiverse, have sensory sensitivities, and need additional accessibility accommodations to enjoy the ballet. * This one-of-a-kind performance[...]

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:[...]

Bridgewater, MA, December 7th, 1 p.m., 2025, with the Knights of Columbus Council 488. Free to special needs families and siblings are welcome. The Knights would like to invite children with special needs to their[...]

Hingham, MA, Paragon Carousel, Registration is required – December 6th, 2025, 11 a.m. – 12 noon only.  Low-volume (or silent) carousel rides. Quiet meet & greet with Mrs. Claus. No-pressure photo opportunities Simple, calming holiday[...]

Leominster, MA, December 6th, 2025, with the Leominster Special Education Parent Advisory Council. Free. This event now has a waiting list. Information also available in Portuguese and Spanish. An event exclusively for families with children[...]

Boston, MA, December 6th & 7th, 2025. Presented by United Dance Company,, an inclusive dance company featuring artists who identify as having a disability and artists who don’t, united by their artistic excellence.  The 60[...]

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[...]

Theater on the Mount, at Mount Wachusett Community College, Gardner, MA, December 6th, 2025, 2 pm performance.  The sensory-friendly performance is specially catered to children and adults with sensory input disorders, autism, or other developmental,[...]

Beverly, MA, December 6th, 2025, at the Trustees of Longhill.  This program offers dedicated time slots with a reduced number of guests and quieter sensory friendly environment. Any family that would benefit from a limited[...]

Framingham, MA, December 6th, 2025. The Spina Bifida Association of New England (SBAGreater NE) welcomes all ages and abilities for their annual holiday party. The Spina Bifida Association of New England (SBAGreater NE) welcomes all[...]

Worcester, December 6th & 7th, 2025, 10 a.m. – 5 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[...]

“Santa Cares”, in Malls across CT, MA, NH, & RI (see below) December 7th, 2025.  Santa Cares events allow people of all ages and abilities to enjoy Santa Magic photo experiences in an inclusive environment[...]

Taunton, MA, December 7th, 2025, 10 a.m., with Community Autism Resources. Join a festive morning -bring your camera (there will also be a professional photographer on site) and enjoy holiday crafts, family activities, and brunch. And[...]

Fitchburg, MA, December 7th, 2025. Hosted by The Arc of Opportunity. Please inquire about the appropriate ages for this event. This tradition brings together the Arc’s community of individuals, families, friends, and supporters to celebrate[...]

Johnston, Rhode Island, December 7th, 2025, 10 am – 2 pm.  The Autism Project of Rhode Island is hosting an Autism Spectrum Friendly morning with and ASD-friendly Santa. Please inquire about the appropirate ages for[...]

Waltham, MA, December 7th, 2025, 1 -3 p.m., with the JF&CS of Waltham.  Come and celebrate Chanukah with JF&CS.  Enjoy a kosher snack and connect with your community while the Music Makes Me Happy Chorus[...]

North Weymouth, MA, December 7th, 2025, with the Arc South Shore of Hingham, MA. The 5th Annual Holiday Festival Featuring Winter Sleigh Rides is an inclusive family event that requires ticket purchases for specific times.[...]

Watertown, MA, December 7th, 2025. Kick off the holiday season and celebrate in song with Perkins. Join them on campus to experience a beautifully arranged choral and instrumental works from the Perkins Student Chorus, Music[...]

Hopkinton, MA, December 7th, 2025, 1:30 p.m.,  with the Hopkinton Lions Club. Free.  Santa’s Meet & Greet is for any child with special or mental health needs and their families or caregivers. This event may[...]

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[...]

Brunswick, MAINE, December 7th, 2025. The Spina Bifida Association of New England (SBAGreater NE) welcomes all ages and abilities for their annual holiday party. There will be music, lunch, gifts and games. The Spina Bifida[...]

Watertown, MA, December 9th, 2025. Kick off the holiday season and celebrate in song with Perkins. Join them on campus to experience a beautifully arranged choral and instrumental works from the Perkins Student Chorus, Music[...]

Stockbridge, MA, December 10th, 2025, $16 discounted tickets The Berkshire Theatre Group’s “sensory-friendly” performance is a production that is slightly modified to accommodate individuals with sensory-input disorders, such as people on the autism spectrum. *[...]

Brookline, MA, December 11th, 2025, with Yachad New England in Brookline, MA. Celebrate the Hannukah spirit. This event will be filled with activities, treats and games.  Yachad Summer and Yachad Regional programs help individuals with disabilities[...]

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[...]

Norwell, MA, December 12th, 2025.  The Arc of the South Shore will host an inclusive Holiday Dance for individuals over the age of 18 to celebrate various holiday and times of the year. * The goal[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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

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[...]