Special-Needs Music & Dance Events in Massachusetts

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Wakefield, MA, September 5th – December 19th, 2024, with Communitas of Wakefield. For ages 13 – 22. Join Certified Adaptive Theater Teacher and Director, Jen Morin, for Drama classes. The class will work on acting,[...]

Lexington, MA, September 9th, 2024, to January 29th, 2025, with the Special Needs Arts Program (SNAP). Participants should be 16-80 years of age. There are two sets of classes. One meets on Mondays from 6:30-8:00[...]

Ashburham/Leominster, MA, September 9th 2024 – April 21st, 2025. Montachusett Area Special Sports Local Program – 2024 Fall and 2025 Winter Season. The MASS program in the Leominster Area will do soccer, flag football, fitness, senior[...]

Norfolk, MA, September 12th – December 19th, 2024, 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.[...]

New Bedford, MA, through June 2025. Adaptive Ballet is an opportunity for children ages 8 and older with special needs to experience the joy of dance and music in a positive and supporting atmosphere; while[...]

Quincy, MA, through December, 2024, with Adaptive Sports New England.  This program is specifically designed for those with visual or mobility impairments. Participating children should demonstrate typical cognitive and behavioral development. * For ages 6[...]

Quincy, MA, Fall & Winter, 2024. Join Adaptive Sports New England for weekly wheelchair basketball practice for youth 5- 21. Adaptive Sports New England and Franciscan Children’s Wheelchair basketball program is a weekly program that[...]

Lexington, MA, September 16th – December 16th, 2024, with the Special Needs Arts Program (SNAP).  Vibrant Voices Chorus will introduce and work on skill development, providing opportunities for young people to develop their musical ailities[...]

Waltham, MA, September 29th – December 14th,  2024. Level 1 Class. Young athletes program for ages 2 to 7 focusing on foundational skills. Program is held at Chapel Hill-Chauncey Hall School in Waltham.  * Young[...]

Wakefield, MA, October 9th – December 11th, 2024, with Communitas of Wakefield. An 8-week session of cardio drumming to move, sing, and have blast while working up a sweat. * Date: Wednesdays * Time: 5:00-5:45 pm[...]

Concord, MA, October 18th – December 17th, 2024, 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[...]

Pawtucket,  RI, through March, 2025. The Greater Providence Youth Hockey Association’s Special Needs Hockey (GPYHA/RI) offers Learn to Skate/Instructional Hockey for children age 4 to young adult with Down Syndrome, Autism, or any other developmental[...]

Danvers, MA, October 22 – December 10th, 2024 with the Northeast Arc. For ages 16+.  Train like a boxer and feel like a champion. Get in your zone and let the class will fly by [...]

Boston, MA, October 22nd – December 17th, 2024. Pickleball clinic offered for athletes ages 15 and over, no prior experience needed. Held at the Yawkey Sports Training Center in Marlboro. Athletes MUST be able to attend[...]

Danvers, MA, October 24th – December 12th, 2024, with the Northeast Arc.  For ages 16+ with disabilities. During this 8-week program  focus on kitchen and food safety, expanding knowledge of kitchen appliances, knife safety, and[...]

Winter 2024 & 2024, with the JCC Springfield.  * Facility includes a heated, six lane pool. * Entry to the pool includes stairs, ladder, and handicap lift access. * The pool area also includes a[...]

Worcester, MA, through February 23rd, 2024, with Easterseals Massachusetts. Free. An adapted recreational swim program led by aquatics instructors and a lifeguard. Groups will participate in fun safety activities and water games that maximize independence[...]

Kingston & South Dennis, MA, through May 2025. An all-inclusive ice hockey team, The Great Blizzards of Cape Cod are an affiliate of The Great Blizzards of Kingston, MA. * The Great Blizzards provides an[...]

Concord, MA, November 3rd – December 15th, with the Concord Recreation Department.  For ages 5 – 22 with a range of disabilities. In these 1:1 swim lessons, participants will work with American Red Cross Water Safety[...]

Hadley, MA, Fall 2024 & Winter 2025, with CHD Disability Resources. First and third Monday of each month. Open to anyone 4 years old and over with some upper body strength. Adaptive rock climbing equipment[...]

Mashpee, MA, November 6th, 2024 – February 26th, 2025. Pickleball clinic offered for athletes ages 15 and over, no prior experience needed. Clinic will occur on Wednesdays at the Mashpee Boys and Girls Club. *[...]

Dedham, MA, Friday nights, through 2025. Friday Night Fun Swim Swimming for all ages with special needs. The PathFinder Program is the division of the Dedham Parks & Recreation Department dedicated to providing recreational opportunities[...]

Pembroke, MA, through May 2025, with Mass Youth Hockey and American Youth Special Hockey. South Shore Ice dragons Special hockey is a program for players, ages 5 yrs and up through adulthood, with physical, developmental,[...]

Norwood, MA, November 10th, 2024 – January 26th, 2025. The Skating Club of Boston® believes everyone should have the opportunity to ice skate and is committed to providing positive and supportive programming for all to[...]

Marlborough, MA, September 30th 2024 – March 31st, 2025. Join the SOMA Monday night bootcamps. * Program runs every Monday’s from 5:30 pm to 6:15 in Marlboro from fall to end of winter. * All[...]

Brockton, East Boston, Fall River, Gardner, Holyoke, North Adams, Worcester, November 2024 – March 2025, with the State of Massachusetts DCR Univeral Access Program and All Out Adventures.  Free. Lace up a pair of conventional skates[...]

Boston, MA, through June 2025, with Adaptive Sports New England. For ages 8+ with a visual or mobility impairment. Each swimmer receives an individualized program to help work on their technical and psychological skills. * This[...]

Gardner, Millers Falls, Milton and Stoneham, MA, November 2024 – March 2025.  Join the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation’s Universal Access Program with their accessible small group hiking in various state parks. See forests,[...]

Concord, MA, Fall 2024 & Winter 2025. Physical, language, social, cognitive, and musical development are stimulated through musical play in a social group that is celebratory of all ages and skill levels. Each class will[...]

Hope, Rhode Island, through December 31st, 2024. This is not a disability specific event. The Rhode Island Holiday Light Show™ is the longest running drive-through holiday light spectacular in the state of Rhode Island, its[...]

Attleboro, MA, November 23th, 2024 – January 1st, 2025. The walking tour, religion based, Annual Christmas Celebration of Lights. * Not a disability specific or sensory friendly event. * Find more than 400,000 lights with[...]

Stoneham, through January 5th, 2025. This event may have certain dates already sold out. Not a disability specific or sensory friendly event,  however the Stone Zoo is handicap accessible and standard wheelchairs may be rented.[...]

Carver, MA, through December 31st, 2024. This is not a disability-specific event. Christmas Festival of Lights with Edaville Railroad will feature the millions of lights you are used to and some new attractions. * Steam trains,[...]

Loudon, NH, November  28th, 2024 – January 5th, 2025. Enjoy 3.5 million twinkly LED lights for the 11th annual Gift of Lights display. Not disability specific or sensory friendly event. * The family tradition of driving through[...]

Lancaster, MA, through December 30th, 2024.  Drive-Through Light Show at the Lancaster Fairgrounds. Not a disability specific or sensory-friendly event. * Over 1 mile of roadway is transformed into a glittering display of over 1[...]

Marshfield, MA, through December 30th, 2024. A drive-through holiday light spectacular, featuring larger-than-life holiday themed displays for the entire family.  Not disability specific or sensory friendly. * Visitors are welcomed to bundle up in their[...]

Methuen, MA, through December 30th, 2024.  Drive-Through Light Show at the Lancaster Fairgrounds. Not a disability specific or sensory-friendly event. * Over 1 mile of roadway is transformed into a glittering display of over 1[...]

Wakefield, MA, December 1st, 2024 – March 9th, 2025, with Communitas of Wakefield. For ages 16 – adultt with special needs.  Join Communitas on Sundays for skills, drills and scrimmages. * They will have initial[...]

Mendon, MA, November & December 2024. Not disability specific or sensory friendly event. * Winter Wonderland and the Festival of Illumination will feature a Drive Thru tour through Southwick’s Zoo to view spectacular holiday lights[...]

Auburn, MA, December 2nd 2024- February 10th, 2025, with Auburn Youth Basketball. This program will incorporate adaptive techniques into basketball to create an inclusive and enjoyable experience for players of all abilities, preschool to high[...]

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. * For[...]

Colonial Theater at Emerson, Boston, December 6th – 31st, 2024. . Six – The Musical– Emerson Stage Divorced, beheaded, died, divorced, beheaded, survived. From Tudor Queens to Pop Icons, the SIX wives of Henry VIII[...]

Westminster, MA, December 7, 2024 – January 18th, 2025. Young athletes program for ages 6-12, focusing on basketball * The Level 2 group will be offered for children ages 6-12, and will focus more on[...]

Falmouth, MA, December 7th – 28th, Level 1 Class. Young athletes program for ages 3 to 7 focusing on foundational skills * Young Athletes (Level 1) is an introductory sport and play program for children[...]

Reading, MA, December 4th, 2024 – January 25th, 2025, with the Reading Recreation Department. Special Skates is a learn-to-skate program for children ages 4+ and adults with special needs. *  Skaters are supported on the[...]

Malden, MA, Deember 10th, 2024, with the Medford Family Network. Special Holiday Event for Caregivers & Their Children with ASD, Developmental and Learning disAbilities. A Partnership Of  The Medford Invitational Union Of Elves- Local 25[...]

Mansfield, MA, December 2024 – March 2025. The 2024-2025 Mansfield Special Olympics Bowling will begin on Tuesday December 10th from 4pm-5pm at North Bowl in North Attleboro! Come join Coach Larry, Kim & Jim as[...]

December 11th, 2024, Burlington, Framingham, Methuen, North Dartmouth, and Tyngsboro – theater locations may not be showing any given movie. Please check with the site for more information. Sensory Friendly films provides a family friendly, accepting environment[...]

December 11th, 2024, Manchester, New Hampshire. *This family event is a lights up and volume down viewing only, meant for families with that have sensory-friendly or disability needs. * It’s time for hot chocolate, golden tickets,[...]

Bridgewater, MA, December 11th, 2024. Bring your family to see Santa and dine in at a local Italian Restaurant. Dine in a non-judgemental environment with families like yours. * Take pictures with Santa. * Please[...]

Stockbridge, MA, December 11th, 2024. The Berkshire Theatre Group’s “sensory-friendly” performance is a production that is slightly modified to accommodate individuals with sensory-input disorders, such as people on the autism spectrum. * At this performance,[...]

Middleborough, MA, December 11th, 2024, with the Middleborough Special Education Parent Advisory Council. Surrounding towns and families are welcome to this event. Join the Middleboro SEPAC for Sensory-Friendly Photos with Santa at the Middleboro Early[...]

Boston, MA, December 12th, 2024, 2 p.m. performance only. Waking from hibernation in the Spring, Frog and Toad plant gardens, swim, rake leaves, go sledding and learn life lessons along the way. The two best[...]

Boston, December 12th, 2024, in partnership with the Jewish Arts Collaborative and Combined Jewish Philanthropies. Included with General Admission. * This is not a disability specific event, however The MFA offers a wide range of[...]

Springfield,MA, Fall & Winter 2024, with Kehillah of the JCC Springfield, MA. For ages 5+ with different abilities. A board-certified music therapist will engaging children through music to increase social skills such as speech, non-verbal[...]

Northampton, MA, December 13th, 2024, 4 p.m. performance. A Sensory Safe performance for those with sensory processing disorders or with small children. It will feature a shortened runtime, reduced special effects, and general admission seating. The[...]

Natick, MA, December 13th, 2o24, with the Boston Ability Center. This event is intended for neurodivergent tweens and teens ages 9-17 to have a chance to meet new people and foster friendships. * The goal[...]

New Bedford, MA, with Deaf, Inc. Deaf, Inc.,  will explore different international cultures during the holiday party. Includes light refreshments, giveaways, games and crafts. * Please inquire about the appropriate ages for this event. Please[...]

Norwell, MA, December 13th, 2024.  The Arc of the South Shore will host an inclusive Holiday Dance for individuals over the age of 18 to celebrate various holiday and times of the year. * The goal[...]

Across Metrowest, Fall & Winter 2024, with the Charles River Center of Needham. Schedule will include: * October 18, 2024- Boston Lights at Franklin Park Zoo * November 1, 2024 – Brookline Clayroom * November[...]

Boston, MA, December 14th, 2024, 2 p.m. performance only. Waking from hibernation in the Spring, Frog and Toad plant gardens, swim, rake leaves, go sledding and learn life lessons along the way. The two best[...]

Sandwich, MA, November 17th – December 14th, 2024. Free. For ages 8 and up. This program  provides individuals of all ages and varying developmental and intellectual abilities to learning about singing, dancing and experiencing music[...]

December 14th, 2024, Burlington, Framingham, Methuen, North Dartmouth, and Tyngsboro – theater locations may not be showing any given movie. Please check with the site for more information. Sensory Friendly films provides a family friendly, accepting environment[...]

Boston, MA,  December 14th, 2024. Join Autism Eats for a very special brunch with Santa. * The group will have their own private room and delicious buffet. * This event like all Autism Eats events[...]

Leahy Holloran Community Center, Dorchester/Boston, MA, December 14th, 2024, with the Boston Special Education Parent Advisory Council.  Join in for festive fun and celebration. The event is free to all, and will feature food, activities[...]

Sturbridge, MA, December  14th, 2024, with Seven Hills South Valley Support Center. Join their annual Holiday Gathering at a local venue.The $10 entrance fee covers pizza, drinks, and a holiday craft with Rick and Judy.[...]

Brockton, MA, December 14th, 2024, with the Arc of Greater Brockton. Step into a magical Winter Wonderland at The Arc of Greater Brockton, Joina a day filled with holiday cheer and fun activities. * Hallways[...]

Hopkinton, MA, December 14th, 2024, with the Hopkinton Lions Club. Free. This event may be sold out – please check with the host. Accessible indoor location. *  The Hopkinton Lions club will host a Santa’s[...]

Leominster, MA, December 14th, 2024, with the Leominster Special Education Parent Advisory Council. Free. An event exclusively for families with children who have a disability or specific sensory needsmaking it difficult for them to access[...]

Holyoke, MA, December 14th, 2024, with Jericho Bureau of Exceptional Children and Adults. You are invited to the Bureau of Exceptional Children and Adults at Jericho for their 2024 Sensitive Santa Party. This annual event[...]

Needham, MA, December 14th, 2024, with Bierman Autism Centers. Enjoy a calm, welcoming atmosphere where your child can meet Santa, take free photos, and participate in festive activities designed with their unique needs in mind.[...]

Concord, MA, December 14th – January 2025, with the Minute Man Arc. Shoot hoops and join in. All abilities welcome. This is a non-competive sport program. Fees apply, registration is required to  https://minutemanarc.org/programs/recreation-family-services/     [...]

Norwood, November 30th, 2024 – February 1st, 2025, with the The Skating Club of Boston®. Team Excel Unified Synchronized Skating Program- Unified skating is an inclusive form of ice skating designed to accommodate individuals with various[...]

Florence / Northampton, MA, December 15th – 23rd, 2024, at Look Park. This is not a sensory or disability event. Low sensory Holiday experiences will be held on December 18th and 24th. * Celebrate the[...]

Bernardston, MA, December 15, 2024, at Kring Candle. Specially designed for individuals with sensory needs. Free however appoints are required. For your child and family members with sensory and other special needs that would benefit[...]

Beverly, MA, December 15th, 2024. This program offers dedicated time slots with a reduced number of guests and quieter sensory friendly environment. Any family that would benefit from a limited capacity visit is welcome. * Enjoy[...]

December 16th, 2024, Manchester, New Hampshire. *This family event is NOT a sensory-friendly or disability specific event. * It’s time for hot chocolate, golden tickets, and comfy jammies and a visit from Santa. * The Polar[...]

Worcester, MA, December 18th, 2024. Sensory Performance at 4 pm only. ASL Performance – December 22nd. Adapted by the president and CEO Troy Siebels and featuring the Mighty Wurlitzer Organ, this annual production returns to[...]

Boston, MA, December 18th, 2024. This is the Dr. Seuss’ classic holiday tale performed as a musical as it comes to life on stage. Featuring the hit songs “You’re A Mean One, Mr. Grinch” and[...]

Boston, MA, December 18th, 2o24.  How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musicial will feature the hit songs “You’re A Mean One, Mr. Grinch” and “Welcome Christmas,” The Grinch discovers there’s more to Christmas than he[...]

Florence / Northampton, MA, December 18th, 2024. Please confirm times with the event host. Free. Join other local special-needs families to for a Santa’s Train for a reduced sensory afternoon at the Garden House at[...]

Florence / Northampton, MA, December 24th, 2024.  Please confirm times with the host. Free. Join other local special-needs families to for a Santa’s Train for a reduced sensory afternoon at the Garden House at Look[...]

Middleboro, MA, December 19th, 2024, with Middleboro Elks Club and The Heart in Art: Inclusive Holiday Dance for Teens and Adults with Disabilities. There will be: * refreshments * socializing Fees applyy, RSVPs required to[...]

Concord, MA, December 20th, 2024, with the Minute Man. For ages 16+ with disabilities. The weather outside may be frightful, but the Arc will shake off the cold and boogie on down to some great[...]

Attleboro, MA, December 20th, 2024, 5 – 7, with Thompson Realty Group. Join a Sensory-Friendly Santa Experience – the host is offering a special visit with Santa in a calm, welcoming setting. Designed for families[...]

Boston, Museum of Fine Arts, December 21st, 2024. 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.[...]

Fitchburg, MA, December 21st, 2024. Celebrate the season with The Arc of Opportunity’s  In-House Holiday Party. Kick off the festivities with a holiday lunch, followed making your own festive ornaments. Please inquire about the appropriate ages[...]

Littleton, MA, Epping, NH, December 21st, 2024. 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. * O’Neil[...]

Online, throughout 2024, with Special Olympics of Massachusetts (SOMA). Special Olympics Massachusetts will continue their Monthly Virtual Dances throughout 2024. This year they are offering dances every other month. The 2024 dates for the Virtual[...]

Worcester, MA, December 22nd, 7 pm only. Sensory-Friendly Performance – December 18th. Adapted by the president and CEO Troy Siebels and featuring the Mighty Wurlitzer Organ, this annual production returns to the main stage with[...]

Worcester, December 24th, 2024, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Free. This is not a disability-specific event but the venue does have accessibility, see the end of this post for more of the museum’s accessibility options.[...]

North Andover, MA, December 26th & 27th, 2024. See the gardens aglow with enchanting light displays. What makes this time “Sensory-Friendly?” A gentle, less crowded, supported experience geared towards individuals with sensory needs. Each time slot will[...]

Canton, MA, December 26th & 27th, 2024. A a gentle, less crowded, supported experience geared towards individuals with sensory needs. Each time slot will have a smaller number of tickets available, meaning you’ll have more[...]

Dover, MA, December 27th, 2024. About Sensory-Friendly Walk and Learn: This program offers a reduced number of guests and a quieter sensory-friendly environment. Any family that would benefit from a limited capacity visit is welcomeNature’s[...]

Springfield, MA, December 30th, 2024, with the Springfield JCC. New Year’s Eve Dance Party for Kehillah families and friends ages 11+. * Celebrate the beginning of the New Year with your friends and family at[...]

Worcester, December 31st, 2024, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. This is not a disability-specific event but the venue does have accessibility. See the end of this post for more of the museum’s accessibility options. *[...]

Medfield, MA, January 3rd, 2025. About Sensory-Friendly Winter Scavenger Hunt. This program offers a reduced number of guests and a quieter sensory-friendly environment. Any family that would benefit from a limited capacity visit is welcome. *[...]

Brookline, MA, 2024 & 2025, with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome Congress. MDSC Advocates in Motion (AIM) program provides fun, inclusive, interactive events for teens and young adults with Down syndrome ages 13 to 22. * AIM[...]

Peabody, MA, the first Saturday of each month, 2 – 4 pm,  with the North Shore Children’s Museum. The museum will be at low capacity, and sounds and lights will be turned down. This session[...]

Burlington, MA, January 4th – March 15th, 2025, with the Burlington, MA, Recreation Department. RecTogether is a social and recreational program for young adults with disabilities. Pleae inquire about the exact ages for this program[...]

Littleton, MA, Epping, NH, January 4th, 2024. 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. * O’Neil[...]

West Barnstable, MA, January 4th – February 22nd 2024, with the Sandwich Recreation Department. Free. For ages 8 & up with disabilities. Join the Sandwich Sailors with the Sandwich Recreation Department for another season of[...]

Quincy, MA, January 5th – March 30th, 2025, with Franciscan Children’s Adaptive Sports. In collaboration with Adaptive Sports New England. Learn from former collegiate wheelchair basketball players Paul Ward, Franciscan Children’s Director of Adaptive Sports[...]

Webinar, January 6th, 2025, with the AANE in Watertown, MA. Figuring out what kind of jobs are a good fit for you is a really important part of a job search. While there’s no “perfect job”,[...]

Virtual Program, January 7th – February 11th, 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. Traditional[...]

Beverly, MA, January 7th – Marh 4th, 2025, with Special Olympics Massachusetts. The Special Olympics Massachusetts Unified Cornhole program for athletes and Unified partners aged 1athletes 18 years and older. * No prior cornhole experience[...]

Lexington, MA, January 8th – February 12th, 2025, with the Lexington, MA, Therapeutic Recreation Department. For ages 6 – 12 with special needs. This program is led by Charlie Crayton, a 6th degree black belt[...]

Worcester, MA, January 8th – March 23rd, 2025.  Floorball program for athletes 8 years and older, no prior experience required. * Program will start with an introduction clinic held on Wednesday, January 8th and 15th[...]

Natick, MA, January 10th, 2025, with the Boston Ability Center. This event is intended for neurodivergent tweens and teens ages 9-17 to have a chance to meet new people and foster friendships. * The goal[...]

Gardner, Goshen & Millers Falls, Pittsfield, Weston, MA, January 11th – March 29th, 2024. For people with disabilities, along with their family and friends. Specific dates for each location, and each location may offer different[...]

Marion/Wareham, January 11th – March 8th, 2025. Level 1 & 2. Tabor Academy and Special Olympics Massachusetts are partnering to host a Young Athletes program. * The Level 1 group will be for children ages[...]

Springfield, MA, January 12th, 2025. The Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Museum and the Springfield Science Museum, will host Sensory Friendly Saturdays, the second Saturday of each month, 9 am to 11 am. * Sensory[...]

Hingham, MA, January 14th – February 8th, 2025, with the South Shore SNAP Programs. For those ages 4 – 22 with intellectual and physical disabilities. This six-week introductory program will provide your child with the opportunity to[...]

Braintree, MA, January 18th – February 8th, 2025. Young Athletes Level 1 Class. Special Olympics Massachusetts Level 1 Young Athletes is an inclusive sport and play program for children with and without intellectual disabilities (ID), ages[...]

Holyoke, MA, Winter 2024 – 2025, with the DCR Universal Access Program.  Free admission and equipment use. Lace up a pair of conventional skates or slide around the ice in your wheelchair. * Ice sleds, skate[...]

Merrimack College, North Andover, January 19th – April 6th, 2025, with Special Olympics Massachusetts. Level 2 Only.  Not offered this time period. * The Level 1 group will be for children ages 2-6 with and[...]

Lexington, MA, January 21st – March 11th, 2025, with the Lexington, MA, Therapeutic Recreation Department. For ages 6 – 11 and 12- 17 with special needs. An adaptive basketball program that teaches participants with disabilities[...]

Natick, MA, January 24th, 2025, with the Boston Ability Center. This event is intended for neurodivergent tweens and teens ages 9-17 to have a chance to meet new people and foster friendships. Calling all star[...]

Southborough, January 7th – February 25th, 2023. Level 1  & 2 Classes Special Olympics Massachusetts Level 1 Young Athletes is an inclusive sport and play program for children with and without intellectual disabilities (ID), ages[...]

Southborough, MA, January 26th – March 7th, Level Only. Special Olympics Massachusetts Level 1 Young Athletes is an inclusive sport and play program for children with and without intellectual disabilities (ID), ages 2 to 7 years[...]

Burlington, MA, January 27th, 2025, with the Burlington Recreation Department. This class is for children ages 18 months – 5 years old, with a caregiver. Join Rachel and Nicole, owners of Backyartists Art Studio and[...]

Boston, January 29th – April 2nd, 2025, with Franciscan Children’s Adaptive Sports. This program that blends the art of traditional karate – “the way of the empty hand” – with customized techniques designed to meet[...]

Brighton, MA, January 30th – March 27th, 2025, 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[...]

Boston, February 1st – March 29th, 2025,  with Franciscan Children’s Adaptive Sports. Watch your child build confidence, improve balance and learn the sport of gymnastics in a safe, inclusiveenvironment. * Weekly sessions will be held[...]

Norwood, MA, February 2nd – April 6th, 2025. The Skating Club of Boston® believes everyone should have the opportunity to ice skate and is committed to providing positive and supportive programming for all to participate,[...]

Lexington, MA, February 3 – June 4th, 2025, with the Special Needs Arts Program (SNAP). Participants should be 16-80 years of age. There are two sets of classes. One meets on Mondays from 6:30-8:00 PM,[...]

Springfield, MA, February 9th, 2025. The Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Museum and the Springfield Science Museum, will host Sensory Friendly Saturdays, the second Saturday of each month, 9 am to 11 am. * Sensory[...]

Natick, MA, February 21st, 2025, with the Boston Ability Center. This event is intended for neurodivergent tweens and teens ages 9-17 to have a chance to meet new people and foster friendships. * The goal[...]

Holyoke, MA, Winter 2024 – 2025, with the DCR Universal Access Program.  Free admission and equipment use. Lace up a pair of conventional skates or slide around the ice in your wheelchair. * Ice sleds, skate[...]

Holyoke, MA, Winter 2024 – 2025, with the DCR Universal Access Program.  Free admission and equipment use. Lace up a pair of conventional skates or slide around the ice in your wheelchair. * Ice sleds, skate[...]

Lexington, MA, March 3rd – June 2nd, 2025, with the Special Needs Arts Program (SNAP).  Vibrant Voices Chorus will introduce and work on skill development, providing opportunities for young people to develop their musical ailities[...]

Springfield, MA, March 9th, 2025. The Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Museum and the Springfield Science Museum, will host Sensory Friendly Saturdays, the second Saturday of each month, 9 am to 11 am. * Sensory[...]

Providence, RI, March 15th, 2024, at the Providence Performing Arts Theater. This is a story of resilience and friendship, inspired by true events, comes to life through large-scale puppetry, illusion, and magic. Jenny, a young elephant, is[...]

Canton, MA, March 25th – June 20th, 2025, with the Canton Little League Challenger Division. The Challenger Division aims to give developmentally and physically challenged boys and girls the opportunity to enjoy the full benefits[...]

Andover, MA, April 1st – June 30th, 2025, with the Burlington Recreation Department. In partnership with Burlington’s Disability Access Commission and Ironstone Farm, thirty minute private sessions. There will be an initial evaluation required for[...]

Brookline, MA, 2024 & 2025, with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome Congress. MDSC Advocates in Motion (AIM) program provides fun, inclusive, interactive events for teens and young adults with Down syndrome ages 13 to 22. * AIM[...]

Theater on the Mount, at Mount Wachusett Community College, Gardner, MA, April 12th, 2025, 11 a.m. performance.  The sensory-friendly performance is specially catered to children and adults with sensory input disorders, autism, or other developmental,[...]

Norwood, MA, April 13th – June 8th, 2025. The Skating Club of Boston® believes everyone should have the opportunity to ice skate and is committed to providing positive and supportive programming for all to participate,[...]

Springfield, MA, April 13th, 2025. The Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Museum and the Springfield Science Museum, will host Sensory Friendly Saturdays, the second Saturday of each month, 9 am to 11 am. * Sensory[...]

Rockland, MA, April 24th & 15th, 2025, with Special Hockey International and The Great Blizzards of Massachusetts Special Hockey. All special hockey teams from around the world are welcome to participate in the SHI Boston[...]

Springfield, MA, May 11th, 2025. The Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Museum and the Springfield Science Museum, will host Sensory Friendly Saturdays, the second Saturday of each month, 9 am to 11 am. * Sensory[...]

Lexington, MA, June 3rd – June 24th, 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[...]

Brookline, MA, 2024 & 2025, with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome Congress. MDSC Advocates in Motion (AIM) program provides fun, inclusive, interactive events for teens and young adults with Down syndrome ages 13 to 22. * AIM[...]

Springfield, MA, June 8th, 2025. The Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Museum and the Springfield Science Museum, will host Sensory Friendly Saturdays, the second Saturday of each month, 9 am to 11 am. * Sensory[...]