Sensory & Inclusive Holiday Events in Massachusetts

West Roxbury, MA, May – August 2025, with Adaptive Sports New England. Adaptive Sports New England’s track program is held on a weekly basis with experienced coaches who can aid athletes in improving their racing[...]

West Roxbury, MA, through August 9th, 2025, with Adaptive Sports New England. Adaptive Sports New England’s track program is held on a weekly basis with experienced coaches who can aid athletes in improving their racing[...]

All nominations must be sent to the Massachusetts Commission for the Blind (MCB) by August 28th, 2025. The 2025 Meg Robertson Mobility Award honors the impact white canes and dog guides have on the lives[...]

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[...]

Marlborough, MA, July 6th, 2025, 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. The Autism Alliance and Advocates host. They want to ensure that everyone feels included and welcome at Apex Entertainment.  Through the guidance of the Autism[...]

Chatham, MA, Summer & Fall 2025, with the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy Center in Chatham. The Sensory Friendly program offers dedicated time for families with disabilities. During these times, they offer accommodations that increase access[...]

Online, July 7th – August 7th, 2025, with Deaf Inc of Boston. DEAF, Inc. offers American Sign Language (ASL) classes for adults interested in learning the language and Deaf culture in the United States and[...]

Chatham, MA, Summer & Fall 2025, with the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy Center in Chatham. The Sensory Friendly program offers dedicated time for families with disabilities. During these times, they offer accommodations that increase access[...]

  Newton Free Library, Newton, MA, and virtual option, July 9th, with the Newton Commission on Disability and the Newton Free Library. Demystifying Disability: A Community Conversation with Author Emily Ladau –  Moderated Conversation and[...]

July 9th,  2025, Burlington, Dartmouth Mall, Framingham, Methuen, Tyngsboro, AMC Theaters – Theater locations may not be showing any given movie. Please check with the site for more information. Sensory Friendly films provides a family[...]

Stoneham, MA, Summer 2025, with the Bridgewell Family Support Center of Peabody. Spots are limited so you must be pre-registered to attend this event. Meet staff at the zoo entrance. Staff will let you in[...]

Chatham, MA, Summer & Fall 2025, with the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy Center in Chatham. The Sensory Friendly program offers dedicated time for families with disabilities. During these times, they offer accommodations that increase access[...]

Bristol, RI, throughout 2025, with the Audubon Society of Rhode Island. The Audubon Society of Rhode Island Nature Center and Aquarium in Bristol is offering Sensory Friendly Hours specific hours on specific days. They invites[...]

Hingham, MA, Summer 2025,  This program offers a dedicated hour with a reduced number of guests and quieter sensory friendly environment. Any family that would benefit from a limited capacity visit is welcome. * During the[...]

Boston, MA, Spring & Summer 2025, with the Museum of Science. On the second Sunday of each month (May 12, June 9, and July 14), the Museum is providing ASL interpretation for select Omni, Planetarium, Live[...]

Webinars, throughout 2025, with the Disability Policy Consortium in Boston. Bi-Weekly Series Launching: Unstuck: A Community in Motion. The Disability Policy Consortium is launching a new space by and for wheelchair users and allies — because[...]

Manchester, NH, July 15th,  2025. Chunky’s presents Lights Up, Sound Down Sensory-Friendly Showings. These events are screenings of newly released movies for children with autism or other special needs. * Chunky’s will keep the theater[...]

Chatham, MA, Summer & Fall 2025, with the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy Center in Chatham. The Sensory Friendly program offers dedicated time for families with disabilities. During these times, they offer accommodations that increase access[...]

Waltham, MA, Summer 2025. Join in on sensory-friendly songs, stories, and playtime in this accessible storytime. This storytime is designed for children with sensory sensitivities, neurodiverse children, or those who do better in small groups with more[...]

Weymouth, MA, July 19th, 2025, with the Arc of the South Shore. Open to the individuals/families served by our the Arc of the South Shore’s Autism Resource Center. The theater ambiance will be lighter, the movie[...]

Chatham, MA, Summer & Fall 2025, with the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy Center in Chatham. The Sensory Friendly program offers dedicated time for families with disabilities. During these times, they offer accommodations that increase access[...]

Bristol, RI, throughout 2025, with the Audubon Society of Rhode Island. The Audubon Society of Rhode Island Nature Center and Aquarium in Bristol is offering Sensory Friendly Hours specific hours on specific days. They invites[...]

Boston City Hall Plaza, July 23rd, 2025,12 – 2 p.m. Join the Boston Disability Commission, local organizations, and the disability community to celebrate the 35th anniversary of the passing of the Americans with Disabilities Act.[...]

Chatham, MA, Summer & Fall 2025, with the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy Center in Chatham. The Sensory Friendly program offers dedicated time for families with disabilities. During these times, they offer accommodations that increase access[...]

July 23rd,  2025, Burlington, Dartmouth Mall, Framingham, Methuen, Tyngsboro, AMC Theaters – Theater locations may not be showing any given movie. Please check with the site for more information. Sensory Friendly films provides a family[...]

Stoneham, MA, Summer 2025, with the Bridgewell Family Support Center of Peabody. Spots are limited so you must be pre-registered to attend this event. Meet staff at the zoo entrance. Staff will let you in[...]

July 26th, 2025, Burlington, Dartmouth Mall, Framingham, Methuen, Tyngsboro, AMC Theaters – Theater locations may not be showing any given movie. Please check with the site for more information. Sensory Friendly films provides a family[...]

Chatham, MA, Summer & Fall 2025, with the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy Center in Chatham. The Sensory Friendly program offers dedicated time for families with disabilities. During these times, they offer accommodations that increase access[...]

Stoneham, MA, Summer 2025, with the Bridgewell Family Support Center of Peabody. Spots are limited so you must be pre-registered to attend this event. Meet staff at the zoo entrance. Staff will let you in[...]

Hingham, MA, Summer 2025,  This program offers a dedicated hour with a reduced number of guests and quieter sensory friendly environment. Any family that would benefit from a limited capacity visit is welcome. * During the[...]

Webinars, throughout 2025, with the Disability Policy Consortium in Boston. Bi-Weekly Series Launching: Unstuck: A Community in Motion. The Disability Policy Consortium is launching a new space by and for wheelchair users and allies — because[...]

Chatham, MA, Summer & Fall 2025, with the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy Center in Chatham. The Sensory Friendly program offers dedicated time for families with disabilities. During these times, they offer accommodations that increase access[...]

Application Deadline: July 31th, 2025 at 9pm EST, with Partners for Youth with Disabilities Services in Boston. The goal of the Dinah F. B. Cohen Fellowship Program is to provide college students and recent graduates with[...]

Dunn State Park, Gardner, August 1st, 2025, with the Massachusetts Statewide Independent Living Council. Celebrate 35 years of the Americans with Disabilities Act.  Hike, kayak, swim, listen to music, and hang out with friends. Light[...]

Marlborough, MA, August 3rd, 2025, 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. The Autism Alliance and Advocates host. They want to ensure that everyone feels included and welcome at Apex Entertainment.  Through the guidance of the Autism[...]

Chatham, MA, Summer & Fall 2025, with the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy Center in Chatham. The Sensory Friendly program offers dedicated time for families with disabilities. During these times, they offer accommodations that increase access[...]

Chatham, MA, Summer & Fall 2025, with the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy Center in Chatham. The Sensory Friendly program offers dedicated time for families with disabilities. During these times, they offer accommodations that increase access[...]

Natick, MA, August 9th, 2025. A day of free family fun at a Touch-a-Truck event, hosted by ABA Centers of America’s Wellesley Clinic. Open to the public and for kids of all ages.  Bring the[...]

August 9th, 2025, Burlington, Dartmouth Mall, Framingham, Methuen, Tyngsboro, AMC Theaters – Theater locations may not be showing any given movie. Please check with the site for more information. Sensory Friendly films provides a family[...]

Chatham, MA, Summer & Fall 2025, with the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy Center in Chatham. The Sensory Friendly program offers dedicated time for families with disabilities. During these times, they offer accommodations that increase access[...]

Bristol, RI, throughout 2025, with the Audubon Society of Rhode Island. The Audubon Society of Rhode Island Nature Center and Aquarium in Bristol is offering Sensory Friendly Hours specific hours on specific days. They invites[...]

Hingham, MA, Summer 2025,  This program offers a dedicated hour with a reduced number of guests and quieter sensory friendly environment. Any family that would benefit from a limited capacity visit is welcome. * During the[...]

Webinars, throughout 2025, with the Disability Policy Consortium in Boston. Bi-Weekly Series Launching: Unstuck: A Community in Motion. The Disability Policy Consortium is launching a new space by and for wheelchair users and allies — because[...]

Chatham, MA, Summer & Fall 2025, with the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy Center in Chatham. The Sensory Friendly program offers dedicated time for families with disabilities. During these times, they offer accommodations that increase access[...]

Webinar, Spring 2025, with Easterseals Massachusetts. Learn about the importance of creating accessible digital material. Demonstrations will be provided on how to make Word documents, PDFs and PowerPoint Slides that are accessible to all disability[...]

Webinar, August 16th, 2025,with Boston Children’s Hospital Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program. The virtual Ask an Audiologist session is happening on Saturday, February 8 from 9-10 am. This is for parents and caregivers with[...]

Waltham, MA, Summer 2025. Join in on sensory-friendly songs, stories, and playtime in this accessible storytime. This storytime is designed for children with sensory sensitivities, neurodiverse children, or those who do better in small groups with more[...]

Chatham, MA, Summer & Fall 2025, with the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy Center in Chatham. The Sensory Friendly program offers dedicated time for families with disabilities. During these times, they offer accommodations that increase access[...]

Chatham, MA, Summer & Fall 2025, with the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy Center in Chatham. The Sensory Friendly program offers dedicated time for families with disabilities. During these times, they offer accommodations that increase access[...]

Newton, MA, August 22nd – 24th, 2025. Skill Builder Weekend: ‘Back-to-School’ for Blind Parents with hosted by Carroll Center for the Blind, and is specifically designed for legally blind parents. The program will offer hands-on[...]

Chatham, MA, Summer & Fall 2025, with the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy Center in Chatham. The Sensory Friendly program offers dedicated time for families with disabilities. During these times, they offer accommodations that increase access[...]

East Boston, MA, August 25th, 2025, with the DCR Universal Access Program and Spaulding Rehabilitation.  Join the State of Massachusetts Universal Access Program and Spaulding Adaptive Sports Centers for some cool summer skating at Porrazzo[...]

Webinars, throughout 2025, with the Disability Policy Consortium in Boston. Bi-Weekly Series Launching: Unstuck: A Community in Motion. The Disability Policy Consortium is launching a new space by and for wheelchair users and allies — because[...]

Bristol, RI, throughout 2025, with the Audubon Society of Rhode Island. The Audubon Society of Rhode Island Nature Center and Aquarium in Bristol is offering Sensory Friendly Hours specific hours on specific days. They invites[...]

Chatham, MA, Summer & Fall 2025, with the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy Center in Chatham. The Sensory Friendly program offers dedicated time for families with disabilities. During these times, they offer accommodations that increase access[...]

Chatham, MA, Summer & Fall 2025, with the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy Center in Chatham. The Sensory Friendly program offers dedicated time for families with disabilities. During these times, they offer accommodations that increase access[...]

Weston, MA, September 6th, 2025. Calmer Con is specifically designed to meet the needs of those with sensory processing challenges, autism, and anxiety concerns while providing an authentic comics and pop culture convention experience. *[...]

Chatham, MA, Summer & Fall 2025, with the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy Center in Chatham. The Sensory Friendly program offers dedicated time for families with disabilities. During these times, they offer accommodations that increase access[...]

Webinars, throughout 2025, with the Disability Policy Consortium in Boston. Bi-Weekly Series Launching: Unstuck: A Community in Motion. The Disability Policy Consortium is launching a new space by and for wheelchair users and allies — because[...]

Webinar, Spring 2025, with Easterseals Massachusetts. Learn about the importance of creating accessible digital material. Demonstrations will be provided on how to make Word documents, PDFs and PowerPoint Slides that are accessible to all disability[...]

Waltham, MA, Summer 2025. Join in on sensory-friendly songs, stories, and playtime in this accessible storytime. This storytime is designed for children with sensory sensitivities, neurodiverse children, or those who do better in small groups with more[...]

Chatham, MA, Summer & Fall 2025, with the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy Center in Chatham. The Sensory Friendly program offers dedicated time for families with disabilities. During these times, they offer accommodations that increase access[...]

Bristol, RI, throughout 2025, with the Audubon Society of Rhode Island. The Audubon Society of Rhode Island Nature Center and Aquarium in Bristol is offering Sensory Friendly Hours specific hours on specific days. They invites[...]

Online, September 16th – November 20th, 2025, with Deaf Inc of Boston. DEAF, Inc. offers American Sign Language (ASL) classes for adults interested in learning the language and Deaf culture in the United States and[...]

Boston, MA, September 18th & 19th, 2025, and virtual option, with Boston Children’s Hospital. This Continuing Education (CE) course is designed to meet the educational needs of healthcare professionals who specialize in or have an interest[...]

Chatham, MA, Summer & Fall 2025, with the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy Center in Chatham. The Sensory Friendly program offers dedicated time for families with disabilities. During these times, they offer accommodations that increase access[...]

Webinars, throughout 2025, with the Disability Policy Consortium in Boston. Bi-Weekly Series Launching: Unstuck: A Community in Motion. The Disability Policy Consortium is launching a new space by and for wheelchair users and allies — because[...]

Bristol, RI, throughout 2025, with the Audubon Society of Rhode Island. The Audubon Society of Rhode Island Nature Center and Aquarium in Bristol is offering Sensory Friendly Hours specific hours on specific days. They invites[...]

Chatham, MA, Summer & Fall 2025, with the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy Center in Chatham. The Sensory Friendly program offers dedicated time for families with disabilities. During these times, they offer accommodations that increase access[...]

Acton, MA, October 4th, 2025, 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. A special free evening for adults and children who are blind, DeafBlind, or have a visual impairment. Enjoy theaccessible and universally designed Discovery Museum and Discovery[...]

Chatham, MA, Summer & Fall 2025, with the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy Center in Chatham. The Sensory Friendly program offers dedicated time for families with disabilities. During these times, they offer accommodations that increase access[...]

Webinars, throughout 2025, with the Disability Policy Consortium in Boston. Bi-Weekly Series Launching: Unstuck: A Community in Motion. The Disability Policy Consortium is launching a new space by and for wheelchair users and allies — because[...]

Norwood, MA, with Virtual Opportunties, October 7th. 2025, with Vision and Vision Loss Services at the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS). “Focus” on Vision Impairment & Blindness Conference  – Meeting the Needs of Individuals with Intellectual Disability[...]

Webinar, October 7th, 2025, with Therapro of Framingham. Free. This webinar is designed to equip therapists, educators, and parents with an effective, multisensory approach to teaching shoe tying. Using engaging, child-friendly manipulatives and an activity-analyzed[...]

Chatham, MA, Summer & Fall 2025, with the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy Center in Chatham. The Sensory Friendly program offers dedicated time for families with disabilities. During these times, they offer accommodations that increase access[...]

Bristol, RI, throughout 2025, with the Audubon Society of Rhode Island. The Audubon Society of Rhode Island Nature Center and Aquarium in Bristol is offering Sensory Friendly Hours specific hours on specific days. They invites[...]

Webinars, throughout 2025, with the Disability Policy Consortium in Boston. Bi-Weekly Series Launching: Unstuck: A Community in Motion. The Disability Policy Consortium is launching a new space by and for wheelchair users and allies — because[...]

Southbridge, MA, October 24th – 26th, 2025, with Deaf YES: Center for Deaf Empowerment and Recovery in Worcester. Are you an interpreter, case manager, staff member, program manager, therapist, prescriber, or other provider who serves Deaf[...]

Bristol, RI, throughout 2025, with the Audubon Society of Rhode Island. The Audubon Society of Rhode Island Nature Center and Aquarium in Bristol is offering Sensory Friendly Hours specific hours on specific days. They invites[...]

Cromwell, CT, November 1st, 2025, 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. They share the[...]

Marlborough, MA, November 1st, 2025. More information will be available about this event later in 2025. It’s a Brunch style banquet. To register or for more information visit  https://massdeaf.org/events/msad-50th-anniversary-hold-the-date/  or contact info@massdeaf.org Share this event

Manchester, NH, November 9th, 2025. Rare New England will host Empowering Rare Lives: Advocacy, Resilience, And Readiness For The Rare  Journey and is for patients and families. RNE invites you to be part of an[...]

Webinars, throughout 2025, with the Disability Policy Consortium in Boston. Bi-Weekly Series Launching: Unstuck: A Community in Motion. The Disability Policy Consortium is launching a new space by and for wheelchair users and allies — because[...]

Norwood, MA, November 7th, 2025.  The Massachusetts Association for Occupational Therapy and Rhode Island Occupational Therapy Association are hosting their Annual Conference – Shining and Thriving with Occupational Therapy. It will feature Keynote speaker Dr. Nancy[...]

Boston, MA, November 8th, 2025,with Boston Children’s Hospital Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program. The virtual Ask an Audiologist session is happening on Saturday, February 8 from 9-10 am. This is for parents and caregivers[...]

Bristol, RI, throughout 2025, with the Audubon Society of Rhode Island. The Audubon Society of Rhode Island Nature Center and Aquarium in Bristol is offering Sensory Friendly Hours specific hours on specific days. They invites[...]

Webinars, throughout 2025, with the Disability Policy Consortium in Boston. Bi-Weekly Series Launching: Unstuck: A Community in Motion. The Disability Policy Consortium is launching a new space by and for wheelchair users and allies — because[...]

Bristol, RI, throughout 2025, with the Audubon Society of Rhode Island. The Audubon Society of Rhode Island Nature Center and Aquarium in Bristol is offering Sensory Friendly Hours specific hours on specific days. They invites[...]

Bristol, RI, throughout 2025, with the Audubon Society of Rhode Island. The Audubon Society of Rhode Island Nature Center and Aquarium in Bristol is offering Sensory Friendly Hours specific hours on specific days. They invites[...]

Bristol, RI, throughout 2025, with the Audubon Society of Rhode Island. The Audubon Society of Rhode Island Nature Center and Aquarium in Bristol is offering Sensory Friendly Hours specific hours on specific days. They invites[...]

Bristol, RI, throughout 2025, with the Audubon Society of Rhode Island. The Audubon Society of Rhode Island Nature Center and Aquarium in Bristol is offering Sensory Friendly Hours specific hours on specific days. They invites[...]

Bristol, RI, throughout 2025, with the Audubon Society of Rhode Island. The Audubon Society of Rhode Island Nature Center and Aquarium in Bristol is offering Sensory Friendly Hours specific hours on specific days. They invites[...]

Bristol, RI, throughout 2025, with the Audubon Society of Rhode Island. The Audubon Society of Rhode Island Nature Center and Aquarium in Bristol is offering Sensory Friendly Hours specific hours on specific days. They invites[...]

Bristol, RI, throughout 2025, with the Audubon Society of Rhode Island. The Audubon Society of Rhode Island Nature Center and Aquarium in Bristol is offering Sensory Friendly Hours specific hours on specific days. They invites[...]