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[...]

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, Museum of Fine Arts, September 20th, 2025. For teens with Autism Spectrum and Aspergers Disorders ages 13 to 18. Focus on specific art topics and incorporate discussion, critical inquiry, and sketching in the galleries.[...]

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[...]

Providence, RI, September 26th – November 2nd, 2025. This year the Roger Williams Zoo will once again offer their annual Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular. * Not a disability specific event, however the venue is wheelchair accessible, and[...]

Sunderland, MA, September 27th, 2025, with the Center for Human Development in Western Mass.  Join “CHD’s All In Day” at a local farm for inclusive family games and activities including a huge corn maze where anyone[...]

Rehoboth, MA, September 28th, 2025, with Community Autism Resources.  This event is for all ages. This free event is open to all ages for individuals with ASD in CAR’s service regionJ oin and evening in[...]

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,[...]

Stockbridge, MA –  October 2025. This is not a disability specific event. The Incredible Naumkeag Pumpkin Show features pumpkins in the Naumkeag gardens as they transform it into a celebration of autumn, with over 1,500[...]

Stockbridge, MA –  October 2025. The Incredible Naumkeag Pumpkin Show features pumpkins in the Naumkeag gardens as they transform it into a celebration of autumn, with over 1,500 jack-o-lanterns, hundreds of mums, pumpkins and countless[...]

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[...]

Beverly, MA, October 2025 , 3:30 – 4:30 pm. time slots only. Long Hill at the Trustees of the Reservation is offering a special showing Halloween on the Hill. This earlier timeframe on select dates[...]

Boston, Museum of Fine Arts, October 4th, 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, accompanied[...]

Marlbrough, MA, October 5th, 2025, 1 – 3 p.m., with Marlborough Public Schools Special Education Parent Advisory Council. A free,family-friendly inclusive fall celebration. This sensory-friendly event is designed to be inclusive and welcoming for all[...]

Topsfield, MA, October 6th, 2025, 11 a.m. – 9 p.m. An opportunity for a more sensory sensitive experience to the Topsfield Fair for families who have family members with autism or sensory processing disorders. *[...]

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,[...]

Outdoor Venue, Sturbridge, MA, Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, October 2025. Pre-registration is required. As the sun sets at Old Sturbridge Village this October, come see Phantoms by Firelight. Not a disability-specific event. This venue is only[...]

Beverly, MA, October 2025 , 3:30 – 4:30 pm. time slots only. Long Hill at the Trustees of the Reservation is offering a special showing Halloween on the Hill. This earlier timeframe on select dates[...]

New Bedford, MA, October 11 and 12, 18 and 19, 25 and 26, 10 am – 4 pm, 2025.  “Boo at the Zoo” is here to fulfill all your autumnal and mildly eerie Halloween desires.[...]

Worcester, Polar Park, October 2025. Join Polar Park for their kid-friendly “Boo in the Park” Fall Festival, happening every Saturday and Sunday before the evening Haunt even. Designed with little ones in mind, this is[...]

Hingham, MA, October 2025, 1 -2  pm time slots only. The Sensory-Friendly Boo in the Barnyard at Weir River Farm offers a dedicated hour with a reduced number of guests and quieter sensory-friendly environment. Any[...]

Corner of Charles and Beacon Streets, Boston, MA, October 17th, 2025. This is not a disability specific event. The Fall-o-Ween Children’s Festival is presented by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department in partnership with the Skating[...]

Beverly, MA, October 2025 , 3:30 – 4:30 pm. time slots only. Long Hill at the Trustees of the Reservation is offering a special showing Halloween on the Hill. This earlier timeframe on select dates[...]

Boston, MA, October 18th, 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 sketching[...]

Pembroke, MA, October 18th, 2026, 4 – 5 pm only. Hosted by Raising Harts and City Arena, Tricks + Treats is an opportunity to enjoy a safe and inclusive Halloween experience. Join in for bouncy[...]

Lexington, MA, October 18th, 2025, with the Town Lexington, MA, Recreation Department. This event is sensory friendly, multi-generational, and fun for the whole family. * Celebrate the start of fall with family games, activities and[...]

Hingham, MA, October 2025, 1 -2  pm time slots only. The Sensory-Friendly Boo in the Barnyard at Weir River Farm offers a dedicated hour with a reduced number of guests and quieter sensory-friendly environment. Any[...]

Penn Brook School, Georgetown, MA, October 18th, 2025. The Georgetown Special Education Parent Advisory Council will host this special-needs family event. * Trick or Trunk is a SAFE trick or treating event. * Park and[...]

Providence, RI, October 21st & 22nd, 2025, 5- 6:00 p.m. only.  This year the Roger Williams Zoo will offer their annual Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular with sensory-friendly times at these designated hours only. * A special sensory-friendly Jack-O-Lantern[...]

Uxbridge, MA, October 23rd, 2025, with Venture Community Services.  Free Sensory-Friendly Halloween Celebration for Kids. Join a fun, sensory-friendly Halloween event designed for children 18 & under with autism or sensory concerns—and their families. * This[...]

Lexington, MA, October 24th, 2025. The Lexington Recreation and Community Programs will be hosting the annual haunted house with specified Sensory-Friendly Times.Come in your favorite costume and tour the community center-turned haunted house. * Sensory[...]

Fitchburg, MA, October 24th, 2025, 4 – 6 p.m.,  with Luk, Inc. Free. This event is intended for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorder, as well as their families and/or caretakers,[...]

Bridgewater, MA, October 24th, 2025, 5 – 7:00 pm, with the Bridge Center. Free. A festive, inclusive evening of Trunk or Treat—fun, candy, toys and community for all ages and abilities. Costumes, laughter, and families[...]

Beverly, MA, October 2025 , 3:30 – 4:30 pm. time slots only. Long Hill at the Trustees of the Reservation is offering a special showing Halloween on the Hill. This earlier timeframe on select dates[...]

Norfolk, MA, October 24th, 2o25, 5:30 – 7:30 pm, with the Norfolk, MA, Special Education Parent Advisory Counci. For the 11th annual SEPAC Halloween event, volunteers will decorate their cars and bring Halloween treats to[...]

Acton, MA, October 25th, 2025, 5 – 8 p.m. Join a special free Halloween event for children and adults with disabilities or sensory sensitivities, including those that are deaf, blind, or autistic. Enjoy a fun, friendly[...]

Dedham, MA, October 25th, 2025, with Dedham Square Circle. 2:30-3pm Sensory Friendly time only. Free family trick or treating event and is open to all.Children and adults visit Dedham Square for an afternoon of trick or[...]

Northampton, MA, October 30st, 2025, with Whole Children. For ages 15+. Join a spooktacular evening of music, costumes, and fun at the WC Halloween Karaoke Party. * Sing your favorite tunes, show off your best[...]

New Bedford, MA, October 31st, 2025. Baby Boo at the Zoo is a daytime Halloween-themed family-friendly event geared to ages 5 years old and younger. It is full of games, trick-or-treating, food, and fun. This[...]

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,[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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, 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,[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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, 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[...]