Special-Needs Arts & Theater Events in Massachusetts

Worcester, MA, through February, 2025, with Easterseals Massachusetts. Free. Accessible swim sessions the first Saturday and last Sunday of each month from 2:00-4:00 p.m. Session 1: Ages 5-12 (2:00-2:45 p.m.) Session 2: Ages 13+ and adults (3:00-3:45[...]

Dorchester, MA, Fall & Winter 2025. Please inquire about the appropriate ages for this program. Bowling program held on Sundays from 10am to 12pm  in Dorchester, starting September 21st through December 21st. To register or[...]

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[...]

Wellesley, MA, October 2025 – June 2026, with Steppingstone Studies. For autistic and neurodivergent teens ages 11 – 18. Family members, friends and allies are also welcome to take the class and share the yoga[...]

Springfield, MA, through April 2026 with the Center For Human Development- All In Program.  Sled hockey is hockey but players are seated on a sled. This version of ice hockey is played primarily by people[...]

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[...]

Concord, October 6th – December 15th, 2025, with the Minute Man Arc. For ages 16+ with disabilities.  Soccer & More – Learn basic soccer skills outdoors, enjoy a special park field outing, and switch indoors[...]

Concord, MA, October 7th – December 16th, 2025, with the Minute Man Arc. For ages 16+ with disabilities. A slow flow yoga class that encompasses meditation, gentle movements, and breathing exercises to relax and rejuvenate[...]

Kingston, South Dennis & Weymouth, MA, October 2025 – February 2026. An all-inclusive ice hockey team, The Great Blizzards are an affiliate of The Great Blizzards of Kingston, MA. For the 2025/2026 season, The Great[...]

Pembroke, MA, open enrollment and ongoing, through April 2026, with Mass Youth Hockey and American Special Hockey Assocation.  This is a program for players, 5 yrs and through adulthood, with physical, developmental, and/or cognitive/intellectual challenges,[...]

On line, Fall & Winter 2025, Thursdays, with Easterseals MA. The Accessible Martial Arts Program is for people with and without disabilities who want to learn and practice self-defense, stretching, exercise, and relaxation techniques. *[...]

Everett, MA, November 2025 – March 2026, with Spaulding Adaptive Sports. Recreational sled hockey is open to individuals ages 17 and older of all abilities. Practices consist of individual coaching, skills training, small games, and[...]

Charlestown, Plymouth & Salem, MA, through January 2026, with Spaulding Hospital Adaptive Sports. Please inquire about the appropriate ages for this program. Try the growing sport of Pickleball, an all-abilities game similar to tennis, but[...]

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[...]

Goshen & Millers Falls, Weston, MA, through March 2026, with the State of Massachusetts DCR Universal Access Program. For people with disabilities, along with their family and friends. Specific dates for each location, and each location[...]

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[...]

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,[...]

Boston, MA, December 20th & 21, 2025. There will be Accessible Performances during the run of Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” with the Commonwealth Shakespeare Company. * CSC provides a welcoming environment for performances with Accessibility[...]

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[...]

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[...]

Springfield, MA, January 4st – 25th, 2026, with Kehillah, the JCC of Springfield. Adaptive Art Workshop – inclusive, creative hour for children in grades 2-5 to explore artistic expression. This program will take place over 4[...]

Wellesley, MA, January – June, 2026,  with Wellesley S.T.A.R.S. (Striving to Advance Recreational Services). Open to surrounding towns and communities. Wellesley S.T.A.R.S., Inc. offers comprehensive swim training and a competitive swim program for children and[...]

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[...]

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[...]

Gardner, 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,[...]

Natick, MA, January 10st – March 7th, 2026, with the Skyline adaptive program at the Natick Parks and Recreation Department. Registration is now closed Serving the Natick Community and surrounding towns with adaptive and inclusive[...]

Wachusett Mountain in Westmister, MA, January 15th – March 19th, 2026, with Spaulding Adaptive Sports in Massachusetts. Designed to introduce beginners to adaptive sit ski equipment with Spaulding staff and volunteers. If you are a[...]

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,[...]

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,[...]

Beverly, MA, January 20th – February 7th, 2026, with Children’s Center for Communication at the Beverly School for the Deaf.  Please inquire about the appropriate ages for this program. The Community Sports Program at CCCBSD gives[...]

Gardner, 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,[...]

Boston/Brighton, January – March, 2026, with Franciscan Children’s Adaptive Sports. Experience the fun and challenge of gymnastics -watch your child build confidence, improve balance and learn the sport of gymnastics in a safe, inclusive environment.[...]

Boston, January – March 2026, with Franciscan Children’s Adaptive Sports. Experience a program that blends traditional karate with customized techniques. From strength-building movements and self- defense skills to calming meditation, participants build confidence and resilience in a[...]

Fall River, 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.[...]

Canton, MA, January – March 2026. Golf skills program for athletes 15 years and older. No prior golf experience required. *  Program will be held  on Wednesday evenings, from 6pm to 8pm, starting January 28th[...]

Brockton, 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,[...]

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[...]

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[...]

Gardner, 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,[...]

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,[...]

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,[...]

Gardner, 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,[...]

Brockton, 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,[...]

Dorchester, MA, February 22nd, 2026, with Vòng Tay Cha Mẹ Việt – Hosted by The Circle Of Vietnamese Parents of Dorchester/Boston invites families of youth with disability to attend their annual lunar new year celebration.[...]

Fall River, 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.[...]

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,[...]

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[...]

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,[...]

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[...]

Brockton, 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,[...]

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[...]

Acton, MA, March 20th – 29th, 2026, with Open Door Theater. Featuring theater performers of all all abilities. HONK! is a musical telling of “The Ugly Duckling” story. HONK! is a celebration of being different[...]

Theater on the Mount, at Mount Wachusett Community College, Gardner, MA, April 4th, 2026, 2 pm performance.  The sensory-friendly performance is specially catered to children and adults with sensory input disorders, autism, or other developmental,[...]

North Reading, MA, April 6th – June 1st, 2026, with Andover Soccer Association and North Reading Youth Soccer.  Open to all players from communities in Northeast MA.  There is no fee to register and play.[...]

Plymouth, MA, April l- June 2026, with the Plymouth Youth Baseball & Softball.  Free. Plymouth Team Challenger is for children ages 7-12. It is an adaptive co-ed baseball team for individuals with physical and developmental[...]

Natick, MA, April 28th – June 9th, 2026,  with the Skyline adaptive program at the Natick Parks and Recreation Department. Serving the Natick Community and surrounding towns with adaptive and inclusive programs for individuals with[...]

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[...]