Special-Needs Music & Dance 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[...]

Lexington, MA, through January 206, with the Special Needs Arts Program (SNAP). Participants should be 23-80 years of age. There are two sets of rehearsals. One group meets on Mondays from 6:30-8:00 PM, and the[...]

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[...]

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. *[...]

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[...]

Chicopee, MA, Sept-June 2025-2026 Season, Dance & Movement program with CHD’s All In: Barrier Free Recreation. Adaptive dance and movement program for ages 4-22 (with some wiggle room). All In partners with Ohana School of[...]

Hamilton, MA, October 2025 – May 2026. Adaptive dance classes can provide a more flexible, individually supportive environment for young dancers with specialized needs. This Developmental Dance class for ages 4-8 will emphasize: * Building social/emotional skills[...]

Springfield, MA, Dec 2025 – Jan 2026, with the Kehillah Special Needs Program at the JCC of Springfield, MA. Join an adaptive, fitness pool party. Jump into an easy-to-follow, Latin-inspired, dance-fitness party that makes working out[...]

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[...]

Deadline, March 1st, 2026. with Foundatio for Faces in Brookline, MA. The Foundation for Faces of Children scholarship scholarship award program annually awards post-secondary education scholarships (college or vocational/technical school) to promising students born with[...]

Beverly, MA, January – March 2026, 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 –[...]

Concord, MA, January – March, 2026, 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 people of[...]

Concord, MA, January – March 2026, with the Minute Man Arc. For ages 16+ with disabilities.  Build strength, balance, and cardio in this dynamic class. Move through stations that challenge your muscles, boost endurance, and[...]

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[...]

Concord, MA, January – March, 2026, with the Minute Man Arc. For ages 16+ with disabilities.  Relax, laugh, and play a mix of classic and new board games. Connect with friends, meet new people, and[...]

Concord, MA, January – March, 2026, 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 the mind[...]

Northampton, MA, Winter, 2026, with Whole Children / Milestones. For ages 16+ with special needs. * Move to the sounds of fabulous music at your own pace to improve flexibility, strength, and balance. Experience a[...]

Concord, MA, January – March, 2026, with the Minute Man Arc. For ages 16+ with disabilities.  Warm up your vocals with some classic songs and grab the beat with some percussion instruments. * Minute Man Arc[...]

Concord, MA, January – March, 2026, with the Minute Man Arc. For ages 16+ with disabilities. Warm up your skills this winter. Join this Cooking Club to explore kitchen basics, try cozy winter recipes, and[...]

The deadline to submit applications for the 2026/27 academic year is May 8, 2026, With the E.K. Shriver Center / UMass Chan Medical School in Worcester. This Fellowship program is designed for clinicians, self-advocates, individuals[...]

Northampton, MA, Winter 2026, with Whole Children / Milestones. In person, for ages 13 to Adult 12 with special needs. * In Indonesian Kung-Fu, or “Silat,” students learn both physical and verbal self-defense and martial[...]

Northhampton, MA, Winter, 2026, with Whole Children Milestones. For ages 6 – 12 with special needs. In Indonesian Kung-Fu, or “Silat”, students learn both physical and verbal self-defense and martial arts skills, with a focus[...]

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[...]

January 10th – February 14th, 2026, Live Virtual Training and in person in Boston and Metrowest locations. The Parent Consultant Training Institute (PCTI) is an intensive training program designed to provide all families and professionals[...]

Boston and Newton, MA, through June 2026, with the Boston Ballet, intake interviews throughout summer.  Boston Ballet School Adaptive Dance Program is a full school-year, age-based program that provides dance instruction to students of all[...]

North Reading, MA, January – February 15th, 2026, with North Reading Recreation Department.  or children of all abilities to learn the fundamentals of soccer and baseball. Classes are non-competitive and are suitable  for beginners or[...]

Winchester, MA, Registration closed on January 12th, 2026, for the Winter Season.  TOPS for Hoops serves disabled youth basketball players ages 6 to 16. Offered by the Winchester Youth Basketball Association, this program provides an[...]

Wellesley, MA, through 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 experience. Voice[...]

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[...]

Leominster, MA, Thursdays, through June 2026, with the Arc of Opportunity in Fitchburg, MA. The Arc of Opportunity has been a Civil and Human Rights Movement Supporting Individuals with Disabilities and their Families in the[...]

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[...]

Natick, MA, January, 2026, with the Boston Ability Center. Free. This event is intended for neurodivergent tweens and teens ages 9-17 to have a chance to meet new people and foster friendships. * Join a night[...]

Webinar, January 20th, 2026, with Perkins School for the Blind’s “Transition Talks” series. High school doesn’t last forever, so what comes next? This workshop explores supported employment for young adults with complex needs and how[...]

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, 2026, with the Boston Ability Center. Free. This event is intended for neurodivergent tweens and teens ages 9-17 to have a chance to meet new people and foster friendships. * Join a night[...]

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.[...]

Falmouth, MA, January 24th, 2026, with the Cape Cod Curling Club. Free. Spaulding Adaptive Sports Centers (SASC) and Cape Cod Curling Club’s Wheelchair Curling program are hostingan open house. Learn the sport of wheelchair curling with[...]

Somerville, MA, January 25th, 2026. Adaptive Climbing Group-Massachusetts Adaptive hosts monthly youth adaptive climbing clinics. Children ages 5–17 are encouraged to come climb – accommodations and equipment will help climbers with any disability get on[...]

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[...]

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[...]

Haverhill, MA, January – June 2026, with Haverhill Recreation. For children of all abilities to learn the fundamentals of soccer and baseball. Classes are non-competitive and are suitable  for beginners or for children who are[...]

Brighton, MA, January 27th – March 24th, 2026, with Franciscan Children’s Adaptive Sports. Participants will learn a variety of dance steps and movements, as well as a fun dance combination to perform at the end[...]

Springfield, MA, Winter & Spring 2026, with Kehillah of the JCC Springfield, MA. For ages 5+. Rusty, Board Certified Music Therapist, has a unique way of engaging all children through music. In his groups, he uses[...]

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[...]

Acton, MA, January 31st, 2026, 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. Free with pre-registration. Explore in the Discovery Museum’s ADA-compliant and universally designed museum during this special, special free morning for visitors who are Deaf, Hard[...]

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,[...]

With SCIboston. SCIboston has announted the continuation of its quality of life grant program for individuals with a spinal cord injury or disorder and will rename it The Travis Roy Legacy Grant Program. The Travis Roy[...]

Lexington, MA, February 2nd – June 3rd, 2026, with the Special Needs Arts Program (SNAP). Participants should be 23-80 years of age. There are two sets of rehearsals. One group meets on Mondays from 6:30-8:00[...]

Webinar, February 3rd, 2026, with Perkins School for the Blind’s “Transition Talks” series. Discover practical, easy-to-use tech that helps young adults build independence and stay connected. Look at tools like Voiceitt (speech support), Cognitopia (goal-setting 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[...]

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,[...]

Salem, MA, February 6th, 2026, with the Community of Inclusive Scholars Program at Salem State University. The Community of Inclusive Scholars Program at Salem State University is designed to support post-secondary access for adults with[...]

Concord, MA, February – April, 2026, with the Minute Man Arc. For ages 16+ with disabilities. Strike up a new friendship by beating your own best score. This is a non-competitive group. * The group does[...]

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[...]

Virtual Group, February 10th & 11th, 2026, 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[...]

Webinar, February 10th, 2026, with the Northeast Transition Collaborative Network at the Northeast arc. The Northeast Transition Collaborative Network (NTCN) connects families, educators, and providers in the Massachusetts Northeast Region to support youth transitioning from[...]

Springfield, MA, Winter & Spring 2026, with Kehillah of the JCC Springfield, MA. For ages 5+. Rusty, Board Certified Music Therapist, has a unique way of engaging all children through music. In his groups, he uses[...]

Virtual and In Person, Southbrige, MA, Winter & Spring 2026, with the Seven Hills Foundation of Massachusetts. Join your friends online or at the Center to practice yoga moves. The fully adaptive session includes warm[...]

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,[...]

Online Program, with Berklee School of Music in Boston, MA. Implementing Best Practices in Accessible Music Education: How to Reach and Teach Every Student, No Matter How they Learn Best – Facilitator: Dr. Rhoda Bernard. Music educators everywhere[...]

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.[...]

Peabody, MA, February 25th, 2026, with the Peabody MA and Danvers, MA, Special Education Parent Advisory Councils. Join an interactive event where participants will create a personalized binder system to organize medical and educational records.[...]

Springfield, MA, February 28th, 2026, with CHD’s All In: Barrier-Free Recreation. The Springfield Thunderbirds Sled Hockey Staff & Volunteers will take on the Springfield Thunderbirds Charity Team in a stand-up hockey game. * Cheer on your[...]

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, March & April 2026, with Adaptive Sports New England. Adaptive Sports New England’s swim lesson program is held in partnership with the Hale Family YMCA and Simmons University. The lessons are overseen by[...]

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,[...]

Boston, MA, March 7th, 2026, 8 – 10 a.m., “All Masks ON” event. Morningstar Access offers children with special needs/medical needs the opportunity to visit the Museum at a time when there are only a[...]

Virtual Conference, March 7th, 2026, with The Federation for Children with Special Needs of Massachusetts. Visions of Community brings together parents, caregivers, educators, and professionals for a day of learning and connection. The 2026 virtual[...]

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,[...]

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[...]

Springfield, MA, Winter & Spring 2026, with Kehillah of the JCC Springfield, MA. For ages 5+. Rusty, Board Certified Music Therapist, has a unique way of engaging all children through music. In his groups, he uses[...]

Virtual Group, March 10th & 11th, 2026, 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[...]

Beverly, MA, March – May, 2026, 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 –[...]

Virtual and In Person, Southbrige, MA, Winter & Spring 2026, with the Seven Hills Foundation of Massachusetts. Join your friends online or at the Center to practice yoga moves. The fully adaptive session includes warm[...]

March 21st, 2026, Open Caption Performance. Tony Award®-winning musical SUFFS about the brilliant, passionate, and funny American women who fought tirelessly for the right to vote. This musical boldly explores the triumphs and failures of[...]

Medfield, MA, April 5th, 2025.  Free. Massachusetts Miss Amazing – Celebrating The Abilities Of Girls And Women With Disabilities.  This is a one-day event that gives girls and women with disabilities the opportunity to reach[...]

March 21st, 2026, Audio Described. Tony Award®-winning musical SUFFS about the brilliant, passionate, and funny American women who fought tirelessly for the right to vote. This musical boldly explores the triumphs and failures of a[...]

Springfield, MA, Winter & Spring 2026, with Kehillah of the JCC Springfield, MA. For ages 5+. Rusty, Board Certified Music Therapist, has a unique way of engaging all children through music. In his groups, he uses[...]

Marlborough, MA, March 25th & 26th, 2026.  BIA-MA is now accepting proposals for workshops and poster presentations for the 44th Annual Brain Injury Conference. This conference will take place at the Best Western Royal Plaza[...]

Worcester, MA, March 27th & 28th, 2025, with Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress and the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. A transformative gathering featuring the latest research findings and timely information from national experts on a range[...]

March 21st, 2026, American Sign Language. Tony Award®-winning musical SUFFS about the brilliant, passionate, and funny American women who fought tirelessly for the right to vote. This musical boldly explores the triumphs and failures of[...]

Cambridge, MA, March 28th, 2026, with Vinfen of Cambridge, MA. Each year, Vinfen uses the power of film to raise awareness, foster important dialogue, and fight against the discrimination and stigma so often faced by[...]

Weymouth, MA, Spring 2026, with the Champions Division of Weymouth Street Hockey League’s.  A Street Hockey division for kids with with disabilities. You don’t have to live in Weymouth to play in that division. The[...]

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[...]

Springfield, MA, Winter & Spring 2026, with Kehillah of the JCC Springfield, MA. For ages 5+. Rusty, Board Certified Music Therapist, has a unique way of engaging all children through music. In his groups, he uses[...]

Virtual Group, April 14th & 15th, 2026, 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[...]

Bellingham, MA, April thru June, 20263, with Bellingham Youth Baseball. The Little League Challenger Division is a Little League experience for all youth with mental and/ or physical disabilities, ages 6 – high school/22 with[...]

Virtual and In Person, Southbrige, MA, Winter & Spring 2026, with the Seven Hills Foundation of Massachusetts. Join your friends online or at the Center to practice yoga moves. The fully adaptive session includes warm[...]

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[...]

Springfield, MA, Winter & Spring 2026, with Kehillah of the JCC Springfield, MA. For ages 5+. Rusty, Board Certified Music Therapist, has a unique way of engaging all children through music. In his groups, he uses[...]

Marlborough, MA, in person on May 4th, Virtual Session, May 5th, 2026. Open to caregivers and professionals such as Early Interventionists, Early Childhood Educators, Nurses, Physical and Occupational Therapists, Special Education Teachers, Psychologists, Social Workers,[...]

Springfield, MA, Winter & Spring 2026, with Kehillah of the JCC Springfield, MA. For ages 5+. Rusty, Board Certified Music Therapist, has a unique way of engaging all children through music. In his groups, he uses[...]

Virtual Group, May 12th & 13th, 2026, 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[...]

Webinar, May 19th, 2026, with Perkins School for the Blind’s “Transition Talks” series. Fathers are often underrepresented in conversations about supporting youth with disabilities especially during the critical transition to adulthood. This webinar aims to change[...]

Virtual Group, June 2nd & 3rd, 2026, 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[...]

Hartford, CT, June 6th, 2026, 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. Welcome to public,[...]

Virtual Group, July 14th & 15th, 2026, 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[...]

Virtual Group, September 8th & 9th, 2026, 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[...]

Norwood, MA, with Virtual Opportunties, October 18th, 2026, 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[...]