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Jul 29 all-day
12:00 am
Webinar, July 29th, 2025, with the Northeast in Danvers Northeast Transition Collaborative Network. Do you you want want to to become become a a better better ally ally to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities,[...]
Jul 31 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
12:00 am
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[...]
Aug 9 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
4:00 pm
Charlestown, MA, August 9th, 2025, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs. Free. Join the FCSN for a Special One-Night Film Screening of The Ride Ahead by Dan and Samuel Habib. Young adults 14+ and[...]
Aug 11 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Aug 12 – Aug 13 all-day
12:00 am
Virtual Group, August 12 – 13th, 2025, with the Statewide Director for Vision and Vision Loss Services at the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS). A monthly virtual Caregiver Support Group for anyone working with[...]
Aug 14 all-day
12:00 am
Webinar, Summer 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[...]
Aug 16 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Aug 17 all-day
12:00 am
Fenway Park, Boston, August 17th, 2025, with SCIboston. Join in with SCIboston in raising awareness for spinal cord injury at the Red Sox vs. Miami Marlins game for Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Day at Fenway[...]
Aug 22 – Aug 24 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Aug 25 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Aug 25 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Sep 2 – Dec 16 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Sep 6 all-day
12:00 am
Boston, MA, September 6th, 2025, with the Boston Children’s Musuem. Boston Children’s Museum Presents ASL Interpreted Program Critter Weekend Animal World Experience – Saturday, September 6th. Meet Wingmasters and meet some incredible birds of prey.[...]
Sep 6 – Nov 8 all-day
12:00 am
Beverly, MA, 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 – This 5-week course teaches[...]
Sep 8 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Sep 9 @ 12:30 pm – 3:00 pm
12:30 pm
The State House, 24 Beacon St, Boston, MA, September 9th, 2025. Connect with experts and innovators focused on driving progress, research, education, and meaningful change for people with CVI. Eplore the CVI Art Exhibit, up[...]
Sep 10 all-day
12:00 am
Gardner, MA, September 10th, 2025, with the Gardner Disability Commission. The City of Gardner Disability Commission, in collaboration with The Arc of Massachusetts, will present training in Disability Advocacy. This program focuses on both state and[...]
Sep 11 all-day
12:00 am
Webinar, Summer 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[...]
Sep 13 all-day
12:00 am
Boston, MA, September 13th, 2025. Wheelchair users of all abilities and their care partners – join the State of Massachusetts DCR Universal Access Program for Spaulding Community Access Day. This is an educational and interactive[...]
Sep 13 all-day
12:00 am
Brighton, September 13th, 2025, with Community Rowing. Para (adaptive) rowing provides support for athletes with physical, sensory, and/or cognitive challenges ages 12-16. * Leela has been a Camp Echo Bridge counselor, Athlete’s Unlimited volunteer, and is[...]
Sep 14 all-day
12:00 am
Dalton, MA, September 14th, 2025. Join Berkshire County Arc for an evening of heartwarming and inspiring short films starring individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and brain injuries. “BCArc strives to create a culture of[...]
Sep 14 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Sep 16 all-day
12:00 am
Virtual Event, September 16th, 2025, with the Arc of Greater Haverhill-Newburyport, MA. Newton, MA Free and open to the public. Turning 21, Samuel wants his independence. Yet every rite of passage is fraught with challenges and[...]
Sep 16 – Nov 12 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Sep 17 all-day
12:00 am
Boston, Massachusetts State House, September 17th, 2025, with SCIboston. Join in in on the Annual SCI Awareness Month Proclamation and Presentation on Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Day, Wednesday, September 17, 2025, 1PM -3PM, Massachusetts State[...]
Sep 18 – Sep 19 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
12:00 am
Virtual Event, September 20th, 2025. Hear updates from the MSAD Board, review key advocacy priorities, and cast your vote in the 2025 leadership elections. * 1:00 pm – Keynote Presenter – Carey M. Ballard EdM.[...]
Sep 21 all-day
12:00 am
Somerville, MA, September 21st, 2025. Adaptive Climbing Group-Massachusetts All Ages Adaptive Climbing Sessions includes youth participants. Everyone is encouraged to come climb – accommodations and equipment will help climbers with any disability get on the[...]
Sep 22 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
12:00 am
Norwood, MA, September 27th, 2025, with the Dream Flyers Program. The Dream Flyer Program is designed to support children and teens ages 8 – 18 who are facing serious illness, disability, financial hardship, or other[...]
Oct 4 all-day
12:00 am
Boston, MA, October 4th, 2025, 8 – 10 a.m., “Masks Optional” event. Morningstar Access Morningstar Access offers children with special needs/medical needs the opportunity to visit the Museum at a time when there are only[...]
12:00 am
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[...]
Oct 6 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Oct 7 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Oct 7 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
12:00 am
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[...]
12:00 am
Providence, RI, October 9th, 2025, 6 p.m. The Spina Bifida Association of Greater New England is hosting an event for their members at the Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular at Roger Williams Park Zoo. Registration Deadline: September 30,[...]
12:00 am
Peabody, MA, October 12th, 2025, 10 a.m., with Work, Inc. Massachusetts’ Department of Developmental Services Deaf The event is reserved for DDS-funded Deaf and HOH individuals and their staff. * RSVP FOR A FREE TICKET[...]
Oct 14 all-day
12:00 am
Webinar, October 14th, 2025, with the New England ADA Center. Free. Jeffrey Tamburo, Training and Content Development Specialist, Northeast ADA Center will be the presenter. Can an employer ask a job applicant or employee if they[...]
Oct 14 – Dec 16 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Oct 16 all-day
12:00 am
Webinar, October 16th, 2025, with the Minute Man Arc of Massachusetts. Do you want to learn how technology can enrich the life of your loved one? Join a presentation on how Assistive Technology (AT) can increase[...]
Oct 17 – Oct 19 all-day
12:00 am
Nashua, NH, October 17 – 19, 2025. The mission of the Spina Bifida Association of Greater New England is to build a better and brighter future for all those impacted by Spina Bifida. SBAGNE serves[...]
Oct 18 all-day
12:00 am
Webinar, October 18th, 2025, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Little ones with Down Syndrome and their families are invited to learn some signs for common words and songs and discuss how including sign language[...]
Oct 19 all-day
12:00 am
Somerville, MA, October 19th, 2025. Adaptive Climbing Group-Massachusetts (ACG) is hosting a youth adaptive climbing clinic is for children ages 5 – 17. Youth are encouraged to come climb – accommodations and equipment will help climbers[...]
Oct 20 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
12:00 am
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[...]
Oct 23 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Oct 24 – Oct 26 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Oct 24 all-day
12:00 am
Massachusetts State House, Boston, MA, October 24th, 2025, with the Massachusetts’ Commission for the Blind and live broadcast. Join the Massachusetts Commission for the Blind to celebrate the independence of the white cane and help raise[...]
12:00 am
Norwood, MA, October 25th, 2025, with the Dream Flyers Program. The Dream Flyer Program is designed to support children and teens ages 8 – 18 who are facing serious illness, disability, financial hardship, or other[...]
Oct 25 all-day
12:00 am
Virtual Group, October 25th, 2025. The Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress and the Boston Children’s Hospital Down Syndrome Program are co-hosting a quarterly support group for families of children with Down syndrome and special health care[...]
12:00 am
Worcester, MA, October 25th, 2025, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.,with REquipment DME Reuse Program Online, of Woburn and the Massachusetts Deparment of Developmental Services. Free. Get refurbished equipment free of charge at REquipment’s reuse site at[...]
12:00 am
Application Deadline – October 25th, 2025. For families living in the Southeast, Northeast, Metro, West and Central Regions of Massachusetts. The Family Leadership Series empowers parents and caregivers of people with disabilities to become strong[...]
Oct 25 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
1:00 pm
Newton, MA, October 25th, 2025, with Understanding Our Differences. Join a special conversation with author Megan Wagner Lloyd and illustrator Megan Mee Nutter, who will also read from and sign their book “Allergic”. About the[...]
Oct 28 all-day
12:00 am
Webinar, October 28th, 2025, with The Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts. In this workshop we discuss practical strategies that foster social connections and tips for planning and setting appropriate expectations to make the most of[...]
Oct 28 all-day
12:00 am
SMFA at Tufts, Boston, October 28th, 2025. Join Tufts University Art Galleries (TUAG), critic, curator, and senior editor at Art in America, Emily Watlington, artist Jeff Kasper, and co-curators of How do you throw a brick[...]
Oct 28 all-day
12:00 am
Webinar, October 28th, 2025, with the Charles River Center in Needham, MA. Part of the Charles River Center’s Family Workshop Series. Presented by Sarah Jefferson, Mass Family Voices Coordinator, The Federation for Children with Special[...]
Nov 1 – Nov 21 all-day
12:00 am
Boston, MA, November 21st, 2025, 5 – 7 p.m., “Masks Optional” event. Morningstar Access Morningstar Access offers children with special needs/medical needs the opportunity to visit the Museum at a time when there are only[...]
Nov 1 all-day
12:00 am
Boston, MA, November 1st, 2025, 8 – 10 a.m., “Masks Optional” event. Morningstar Access Morningstar Access offers children with special needs/medical needs the opportunity to visit the Museum at a time when there are only[...]
Nov 1 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Nov 1 all-day
12:00 am
Manchester, NH, November 1st, 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[...]
Nov 3 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Nov 4 all-day
12:00 am
Needham Town Hall, MA, and Hybrid format, November 4th, 2025, with The Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Persons with Disabilities. Meeting the Moment – A Community Hearing and Resource Fair – 5pm to 7pm.[...]
12:00 am
Webinar, November 6th, 2025, 1 p.m. with the Boston Center for Independent Living. In January, One Care benefits will change and may be reduced, due to federal changes. One Care may be affected by new[...]
12:00 am
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[...]
Nov 8 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Nov 9 all-day
12:00 am
Tufts University, Medford, MA, November 9th, 2025. Join Adaptive Sports New England and many adaptive sports organizations from throughout New England for a day full of fun, games and new experiences. * This day is[...]
Nov 11 all-day
12:00 am
Webinar, November 11th, 2025, with the Charles River Center in Needham, MA. Part of the Charles River Center’s Family Workshop Series. Presented by Karen B. Mariscal, Esq., Mariscal Special Needs Law. This training will help[...]
Nov 13 – Nov 14 all-day
12:00 am
Virtual Conference, November 13th & 14th, 2025. The Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts (BIA-MA) Conference This virtual (online) two-day event will feature insightful and informational workshops to inspire, encourage, and embrace the needs of brain[...]
12:00 am
Taunton, MA, November 15th, 2025, with Community Autism Resources. Grandparents Lunch is a time join other grandparents from through SE Mass to learn about an important topic related to autism and have a great lunch[...]
12:00 am
Acton, MA, November 17th, 2025. Explore the Discovery Museum’s ADA-compliant and universally designed museum during this special free morning for visitors of all ages who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing or DeafBlind. * Enjoy a fun,[...]
Nov 17 all-day
12:00 am
Webinar, November 17th, 2025, with the Northeast in Danvers Northeast Transition Collaborative Network. Is your child, student, or client approaching the age when they’re ready to live their own way? Hear about options for independent,[...]
Nov 17 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Nov 18 all-day
12:00 am
Webinar, November 18th, 2025, with the Charles River Center in Needham, MA. Part of the Charles River Center’s Family Workshop Series. Presented by Dotty Foley, advocate and trainer with extensive experience supporting inclusive communities and[...]
Nov 18 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
12:00 am
Colonial Theater at Emerson, Boston, December 11th, 2025. Broadway’s Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is coming to Boston. Join the next adventure and experience the wizarding world like never before at winner of six Tony[...]
Nov 19 all-day
12:00 am
Webinar, November 19th, 2025, with the Arc of Massachusetts. Learn about the Disabled Persons Protection Commission (DPPC), the state agency responsible for protecting adults with disabilities from the abusive or negligent acts of their caregivers.[...]
Nov 19 all-day
12:00 am
Webinar, November 19th, 2025, with the Boston Center for Independent Living and Partners for Youth with Disabilities. Parents, family members, educators and friends of youth/young adults with disabilities are welcome to attend. The workshop will[...]
Nov 20 all-day
12:00 am
Warwick, RI, November 20th, 2025. Hosted by TechACCESS of Rhode Island. This annual conference on assistive technology offers state-of-the-art workshops, information, and exhibits highlighting technologies that change and enhance the lives of people with disabilities[...]
Nov 22 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Nov 22 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Nov 23 – Dec 7 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Nov 23 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Nov 25 all-day
12:00 am
Newton, MA, November 25th 2025, with Carroll Center for the Blind in Newton, MA. This free event is open to the general public and features two key components: an exhibition hall and insightful workshop presentations.[...]
Nov 28 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Nov 28 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Nov 29 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Nov 30 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Nov 30 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Dec 1 – Dec 23 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Dec 2 all-day
12:00 am
Webinar, December 2nd, 2025, with the Charles River Center in Needham, MA. Part of the Charles River Center’s Family Workshop Series. Presented by Anthony Mavilia, Eligibility Coordinator for the DDS Metro Region, The Department of Developmental[...]
Dec 3 2025 – Feb 22 2026 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Dec 4 all-day
12:00 am
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.[...]
12:00 am
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[...]
Dec 4 – Dec 23 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Dec 5 – Dec 18 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Dec 5 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Dec 5 all-day
12:00 am
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)[...]
12:00 am
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[...]
12:00 am
Norwood, MA, December 6th, 2025, with the Dream Flyers Program. The Dream Flyer Program is designed to support children and teens ages 8 – 18 who are facing serious illness, disability, financial hardship, or other[...]
Dec 6 all-day
12:00 am
Wilmington, MA, December 6th, 2025. Beyond TOPS is a non-profit organization that helps integrate neurodivergent and physically challenged children into the community through sports. * Their annual Lunch with Santa brings the magic to kids[...]
Dec 6 all-day
12:00 am
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:[...]
Dec 6 all-day
12:00 am
Murphy School, Boston, MA, December 6th, 2025, with the Boston Special Education Parent Advisory Council. Join in for festive fun and celebration. The event is free to all, and will feature food, activities for children,[...]
Dec 6 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Dec 6 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Dec 6 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Dec 6 – Dec 7 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Dec 6 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
12:00 am
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,[...]
Dec 6 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Dec 6 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Dec 6 – Dec 7 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Dec 6 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
10:00 am
Needham, MA, December 6th, 2025, with Bierman Autism Centers. Free but RSVPs are required. Enjoy ensory-friendly experience – skip the busy and noisy malls and enjoy a calm, welcoming atmosphere where your child can meet[...]
Dec 6 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
6:00 pm
Sturbridge, MA, December 6th, 2025, with Seven Hills South Valley Family Support Center. Free to enter and water and snacks available for purchase. All ages and abilities welcome. *Wear your best Christmas sweater or your[...]
Dec 7 all-day
12:00 am
“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[...]
Dec 7 all-day
12:00 am
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,[...]
Dec 7 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Dec 7 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Dec 7 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
12:00 am
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[...]
12:00 am
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.[...]
Dec 7 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
12:00 am
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[...]
Dec 7 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
12:00 am
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[...]
Dec 9 all-day
12:00 am
Boston, MA, December 9th, 2025, 1 pm – 3pm, with Deaf, Inc. Deaf, Inc. holiday theme this year will feature a Winter Wonderland. Please inqurie about the appropriate ages for this event. * Deaf Inc[...]
Dec 9 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Dec 9 – Dec 11 all-day
12:00 am
Webinar, December 9th – 11th, 2025, presented by Employment First Massachusetts. This 3-day training focuses on how work earnings affect Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), Medicaid, Medicare, subsidized housing, food stamps,[...]
Dec 9 all-day
12:00 am
Webinar, December 9th, 2025. Have you ever wondered what type of support your legislator’s offices can provide? Join The Arc of Massachusetts Government Affairs team for an upcoming webinar on constituent services on December 9 at[...]
Dec 10 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Dec 10 all-day
12:00 am
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. *[...]
12:00 am
Colonial Theater at Emerson, Boston, December 11th, 2025. Broadway’s Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is coming to Boston. Join the next adventure and experience the wizarding world like never before at winner of six Tony[...]
Dec 11 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
12:00 am
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[...]
Dec 12 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Dec 13 all-day
12:00 am
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,[...]
Dec 13 all-day
12:00 am
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 –[...]
Dec 13 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Dec 13 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Dec 13 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Dec 14 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Dec 14 all-day
12:00 am
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.[...]
Dec 14 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Dec 14 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
12:00 am
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.[...]
12:00 am
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[...]
Dec 14 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Dec 14 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
10:00 am
HIngham, MA, December 14th, 2025, 10 a.m. – 12 noon, with Weir River Farm. Pre- registraiton is required to this event. Sensory-Friendly Photos. Enjoy meeting Santa Claus, getting your photo taken, and visiting with furry[...]
Dec 15 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Dec 16 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Dec 16 all-day
12:00 am
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.[...]
Dec 16 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Dec 17 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Dec 17 all-day
12:00 am
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,[...]
Dec 17 all-day
12:00 am
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,[...]
Dec 18 all-day
12:00 am
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,[...]
Dec 18 all-day
12:00 am
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[...]
Dec 18 all-day
12:00 am
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,[...]
12:00 am
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[...]
