Special-Needs Arts & Theater Events in Massachusetts

Lexington, MA, and virtual, September 6th – November 1st, 2025, with Special Needs Art Program (SNAP). Each of the classes has a ZOOM option, in which a limited number of students can participate from home by[...]

Duxbury & Hingham, MA & Virtual Option, September 24th – December 17th, 2025, with South Shore Conservatory.  An inclusive chorus designed for singers of all abilities, age 16 and up. Repertoire includes master works, folk[...]

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, Fall 2025, with Whole Children. Interested in exploring your acting skills? Then join Theater Games. In this group you will be able to use your creativity and imagination to come up with characters,[...]

Concord, MA, October 6th – December 15th, 2025, with the Minute Man Arc. For ages 16+ with disabilities. Explore foundational art concepts while exploring new mediums and creating personal works of art. * Opportunity for[...]

Natick, MA, October 25th, 2025, with  TCAN’s Sensory Friendly Film Series. The screenings will be open to all, with a focus on creating a warm and welcoming environment for families, children and adults to experience[...]

Boston, MA, October 25th, 2025, with Revolutionary Spaces in Boston. Free for all visitors ages 18 and under. Revolutionary Spaces’ Sensory-Friendly Mornings at the Old State House offers special early open hours designed for visitors[...]

Concord Free Public Library, Concord, MA. Held every Saturday afternoon at 1:00 PM, through 2nd, 2025.  This program is designed to support neurodivergent children, including those with autism, sensory processing challenges, and any child who[...]

Natick, MA, October 26th, 2025, with  TCAN’s Sensory Friendly Film Series. The screenings will be open to all, with a focus on creating a warm and welcoming environment for families, children and adults to experience[...]

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, Museum of Fine Arts, November 1st, 2025. For kids with Autism Spectrum Disorders, ages 8 – 12. Artful Healing and Beyond the Spectrum offer a specially designed program for Autism Spectrum, including Asperger’s Syndrome,[...]

Littleton, MA, Epping, NH, Londondery, NH, November 4th, 2025. For families affected by Autism or other disabilities. See a movie on the big screen with no loud noises and higher house lights for better visibility.[...]

Littleton, MA, Epping, NH, Londondery, NH, November 29th, 2025. For families affected by Autism or other disabilities. See a movie on the big screen with no loud noises and higher house lights for better visibility.[...]

Lexington, MA, reoccures through March 2026, with SNAP of Lexington MA. Special Artists brings together teens and adults with developmental disabilities to work on art projects. Participants work at their own pace in a supportive and[...]

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[...]

Logan Airport, Boston, November 8th, 2025, with the Charles River Center of Needham, MA. Free. A program specifically designed to support families of children with autism, creating a travel test run to help ease the[...]

Worcester, MA, November 9th, 2025, with the Advocates.  A sensory-friendly game and Autism Acceptance Afternoon with the Worcester Railers. The DCU Center doors will open early (2:o5 pm) for families and groups. The Railers will[...]

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, MA, November 15th, 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[...]

Boston, MA, November 15th, 2025, with Revolutionary Spaces in Boston. Free for all visitors ages 18 and under. Revolutionary Spaces’ Sensory-Friendly Mornings at the Old State House offers special early open hours designed for visitors[...]

Lexington, MA, November 18th – December 9th, 2025, with the Special Needs Arts Program (SNAP).  A therapeutic craft class for special needs youth ages 16+. through adulthood. Special Art Classes brings together individuals with developmental[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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[...]

Lexington, MA, reoccures through March 2026, with SNAP of Lexington MA. Special Artists brings together teens and adults with developmental disabilities to work on art projects. Participants work at their own pace in a supportive and[...]

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, Museum of Fine Arts, December 6th, 2025. For kids with Autism Spectrum Disorders, ages 8 – 12. Artful Healing and Beyond the Spectrum offer a specially designed program for Autism Spectrum, including Asperger’s Syndrome,[...]

Littleton, MA, Epping, NH, Londondery, NH, December 6th, 2025. For families affected by Autism or other disabilities. See a movie on the big screen with no loud noises and higher house lights for better visibility.[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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[...]

Littleton, MA, Epping, NH, Londondery, NH, December 27th, 2025. For families affected by Autism or other disabilities. See a movie on the big screen with no loud noises and higher house lights for better visibility.[...]

Lexington, MA, and virtual, January 2026, with Special Needs Art Program (SNAP). Each of the classes has a ZOOM option, in which a limited number of students can participate from home by connecting to the classroom[...]

Lexington, MA, reoccures through March 2026, with SNAP of Lexington MA. Special Artists brings together teens and adults with developmental disabilities to work on art projects. Participants work at their own pace in a supportive and[...]

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[...]

Lexington, MA, reoccures through March 2026, with SNAP of Lexington MA. Special Artists brings together teens and adults with developmental disabilities to work on art projects. Participants work at their own pace in a supportive and[...]

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[...]

Lexington, MA, reoccures through March 2026, with SNAP of Lexington MA. Special Artists brings together teens and adults with developmental disabilities to work on art projects. Participants work at their own pace in a supportive and[...]

Lexington, MA, and virtual, March 14th – May 9th, with Special Needs Art Program (SNAP). Each of the classes has a ZOOM option, in which a limited number of students can participate from home by connecting[...]

Lexington, MA, June 2026, with the Special Needs Arts Program (SNAP).  A therapeutic craft class for special needs youth ages 16+. through adulthood. Special Art Classes brings together individuals with developmental disabilities to work on[...]

Lexington, MA, and virtual, July 11th – August 1st, 2026, with Special Needs Art Program (SNAP). Each of the classes has a ZOOM option, in which a limited number of students can participate from home by[...]