Special-Needs Music & Dance Events in Massachusetts

Wakefield, MA, September 2 – December 9th, 2025, with Communitas in Wakefield, MA. For ages 4 – through adult with all disabilities. These music therapy groups led by Roman Music Therapy are a unique musical place[...]

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[...]

Hopkinton, MA, September 10th – December 17th, 2025, with the Hopkinton Center for the Arts.  The Adaptive Arts Department at the Hopkinton Center for the Arts offers classes and events  designed with accessibility at its[...]

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[...]

Newton, MA, through January 06, with the All Newton Harmony Chorus. A welcoming space for students of all ages and abilities, including people with visual or hearing impairments and all neurological or developmental abilities. * Cabaret Jr[...]

Hopkinton, MA, September 14th – December 20th, 2025, with the Hopkinton Center for the Arts.  The Adaptive Arts Department at the Hopkinton Center for the Arts offers classes and events  designed with accessibility at its[...]

Virtual Program, September 17th – December 10th, 2025, with the Association for Autism and Neurodiversity in Watertown, MA.  The Berklee Institute for Accessible Arts Education (BIAAE) is offering free group music lessons to Autistic adults.[...]

Norfolk, MA, Fall and Winter 2025, with the Millis, MA, Recreation Department. For ages 13 – 22. The Exhale adaptive and inclusive dance program incorporates appropriate dance styles for individuals with special needs. * A[...]

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[...]

Northampton, MA, Fall 2025, with Whole Children / Milestones. For all ages. The concert unites singers with and without disabilities  of all ages to work toward the common goal of performing in concert. * Youth,[...]

Northampton, MA, Fall 2025, with Milestones / Whole Children.  For ages 16+ with all abilities. Come join in the fun of making music with the Friendship Band, Whole Children’s resident rock group. They will play[...]

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[...]

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[...]

Hopkinton, MA, October 5th – November 9th, 2025, with the Hopkinton Center for the Arts.  The Adaptive Arts Department at the Hopkinton Center for the Arts offers classes and events  designed with accessibility at its[...]

Concord, MA, October 9th – December 18th, 2025, with the Minute Man Arc. For ages 16+ with disabilities. Spice up your skills this fall! Join our Cooking Club for kitchen basics, fall-inspired recipes, and tips[...]

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[...]

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[...]

Virtual groups, Fall & Winter 2025, with JFCS of Greater Boston. Join in with a JFCS CHAI Services Respite and Recreation Virtual Music Group for Kids Social Music Therapy Group Sessions. Social Music Therapy Group[...]

Bedford, MA, October 16th – November 20th, 2025, with the Bedford Recreation Department.  For youth ages at least 5 yrs but less than 9y 10m, Mixed Therapeutic Recreation * This is an adaptive program specifically designed[...]

Hingham, MA, October 20th – December 15th, 2025, with The South Shore Special Needs Athletic (SNAP).  For students with special needs in middle and high school who receive special education services. Class is designed specifically[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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 Trunk or Treat doesn’t have any eligibility requirements and is open to the entire community as well as their families and/or[...]

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[...]

Cambridge, MA, October 24th, 2025, with New England Film Orchestra. Free. Sensory friendly Halloween concert featuring Halloween themes from popular films. Activities, fidget toys and ear plugs will be provided, along with a quiet space for[...]

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[...]

Brookline, MA, October 25th, 2025, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress AIM program.  For ages 13 – 22.  Socializing, pumpkin painting and Halloween themed bingo.  For those who prefer to simply hangout with friends, there[...]

R J Grey Junior High School gym, October 25th, 2025, 10 – 10:30 a.m. ONLY,  with the Acton-Boxborough Family Network. Open to the public. The first 30 minutes of the party (10-10:30am) will be geared[...]

Holliston, MA, October 15th, 2025 – Sensory time will be 6 – 6:30 only. The Holliston Special Education Parent Advisory Council is hosting a Trunk or Treat for the local community. Where families can enjoy[...]

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[...]

Lynnfield, MA, October 25th, 2025, 4 p.m., with the Lynnfield SEPAC and the SSS PTO. Free for the community. This sensory-friendly Spooktacular features a fully enclosed Pre-K/K playground. *  Trunk viewing begins at 4:30 PM[...]

Grafton, MA, October 28th, 2025, with the Town of Grafton Recreation Department. Join am inclusive pop-up program for ages 11 -1 4 where you’ll create a spooky masterpiece to take home. All abilities are welcome[...]

Whitinsville, MA, October 28th, 2025, 5:30 pm, with Open Sky Community Resources. Join Open Sky for their Family Support Center’s 2nd Annual Trunk or Treat. This is meant to be a night of Halloween fun[...]

Wenham, MA, October 29th, 2025, 9 am – 12 noon, with the Wenham Children’s Museum.   This celebration is packed with festive activities made just for little ones and their caregivers and will have Sensory Playstatons[...]

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[...]

Natick, MA, October 31st, 2024, 4 – 6 p.m., with the Natick Mall and the Autism Alliance. Natick Malloween Passport Adventure, a family-friendly Halloween celebration benefiting Second Chance Animal Services, on Friday, October 31st. * For[...]

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[...]

Concord, MA, October 31st, 2025,  with the Minute Man Arc, 6 – 8 pm. Get ready to dance the night away at the spook-tacular Halloween Dance.  Costumes encouraged – the sillier or spookier, the better!. [...]

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[...]

Millis, MA, Fall/Winter, 2025, with the Millis, MA, Recreation Department. Music therapy experience for preteens and older,  with Mollie Caravello, board-certified music therapist. These groups will be accessible for participants of all abilities. * Groups[...]

Boston and Newton, MA, September 2025 – 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[...]

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[...]