Special-Needs Music & Dance Events in Massachusetts

Boston and Newton, MA, September 2023 – June 2024,  with the Boston Ballet. Boston Ballet School’s Adaptive Dance offers specialized, creative movement instruction for individuals with Down Syndrome, Autism Spectrum Disorders, as well as Inclusive[...]

Sturbridge, MA, September 18th – October 23rd, 2023, with the Seven Hills South Valley Family Support Center. For ages 16+ with special needs. The South Valley Family Support Center is has  announced a new weekly[...]

Duxbury & Hingham, MA & Virtual Option, September 20th – December 15th, 2023.  An inclusive chorus designed for singers of all abilities, age 16 and up. * Repertoire includes master works, folk and traditional, seasonal,[...]

Burlinton, MA, October 4th – December 7th, 2023, with Riverside Family Suport Center. This music therapy session is a weekly program for individuals ages 8+ with developmental disabilities. This group uses movement, music, group instrument[...]

Millis, MA, October 7th – 28th, 2023, with the Millis, MA, Recreation Department. For  ages 12 – 22 with special needs. Open to residents & non-residents. Don’t sit on the bench, get in the game.[...]

Merrimack College, North Andover, October 15th – November 19th, 2023. Register by October 18th. * The Level 1 group will be for children ages 2-7 with and without intellectual disabilities. * Level 1 will focus[...]

Bridgewater, MA, October 25th – December 20th, with the Bridgecenter and Easterseals Massachusetts. Young Adult & Adult Fall II Recreation Programs Mindful Movement – Engage in movement as a group with activities such as yoga,[...]

Bridgewater, MA, November 3rd – December 19th, 2023, with the Bridgecenter and Easterseals Massachusetts.  Children & Teen Fall II Recreation Programs. My Music Time 1:1 Lessons – Weekly music lessons with your choice of the following[...]

Andover, MA, November & December, 2023. With the Andover Special Education Parent Advisory Council. Special Olympics of Massachusetts unified basketball program for youth ages 8-21 years old who have a diagnosed cognitive or physical disability.[...]

Virtual and in person in Boston, November 18th, 2023. Free and Open to the Public. The Berklee Institute for Accessible Arts Education (BIAAE) is hosting the 2023 ABLE Conversation Symposium, a professional development opportunity in[...]

Wilmington, MA, December 2nd, 2023 – February 10th, 2024, with BeyondTops. For ages 6 – 18 with special needs. Beyond TOPS is a 501c3 non profit organization whose sole purpose is to integrate children with[...]

Webinar, December 5th, 2o23, with the Mansfield, MA, SEPAC. All kids need opportunities for physical activity and recreation, but how can you make programs in and out of school accessible to neurodiverse students? Hear speakers[...]

Pembroke Community Middle School, Pembroke, MA, Information Night, December 6th, 7 p.m. Special Olympics Massachusetts Unified Basketball is seeing Seeking Athletes, Partners & Asst. Coaches ages  18+. Open to residents of Pembroke & surrounding communities.[...]

Brookline, December 9th, 2023 – March 9th, 202r, with the Brookline Recreation Department. Free. For ages 8+  with special needs. Date and Time are subject to change, so please confirm all information with the host[...]

In Person, Watertown, MA, December 10th, 2023, Virtual Options, December 12th. Kick off the holiday season and celebrate in song with Perkins. * Join them on campus to experience a beautifully arranged choral and instrumental[...]

Holliston, MA, December 10th, 2023 – February 18th, 2024, with the Holliston Recreation Department. Is your child interested in playing or learning to play basketball in a fun noncompetitive environment? Interested in meeting new friends?[...]

Mansfield, MA, December 2023 – January 2024. For ages  8- 21. Registration is now open for the Mansfield SOMA Green and White Hornet basketball. There are two teams this year: Green Hornets: ages 13-21 White[...]

In Person, Watertown, MA, with Virtual Options, December 12th, 2024. Kick off the holiday season and celebrate in song with Perkins. * Join them on campus to experience a beautifully arranged choral and instrumental works from[...]

Pembroke, MA, December 2023 – March 2024. Special Olympics Massachusetts Unified Basketball is open to Athletes, Partners & Asst. Coaches ages  18+. Open to residents of Pembroke & surrounding communities. * Pembroke Recreation, in partnership[...]

 Chicopee, December 20th, 2023.  his inclusive holiday  dance welcomes all abilities to celebrate the holiday season. * Please inquire with the host about the appropriate ages for this event. * The Bureau for Exceptional Children[...]

Easton, MA, January 5th – March 2nd, 2025, with the Easton Recreation Department. For ages 5 – 7. Join a sports program for children of all abilities to learn the fundamentals of basketball and floor[...]

Lexington, MA, Spring, 2024, with the Lexington Recreation Department. Drums Alive combines exercise with rhythm and movement in a fun and upbeat setting. * For ages 18+. * Drums Alive uses stability balls to create[...]

Winchester, MA, January 7th – February 12th, 2023. TOPS for Hoops serves disabled youth basketball players ages 6 to 16. Offered by the Winchester Youth Basketball Association, this program provides an opportunity for all children with[...]

Wellesley, MA, January 7th – February 11th, 2024. TOPS Basketball is a program for individuals with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities in grades K-8. * Carefully adapted activities include warm-up, station work, and small-sided games. *[...]

Millsi, MA, January 9th – 30th, 2024, with the Millis, MA, Recreation Department. For ages 13 – 22.  Power Kids Run Club. Are you looking for a fun physical activity while connecting with others in[...]

Northboro, MA, January 9th – February 13th, 2024, with the Northboro Recreation Department. Free. Northborough is partering with Special Olympics to offer a Unified Basketball Program. Unified is open to all people both with or[...]

Dorchester, MA, January 10th – March 27th, with Special Olympics Massachusetts. This is Unified basketball team for athletes and Unified partners 13 years and older. * Team will practice weekly from 6 pm to 7[...]

Newton, MA, through May 2024, with the All Newton Harmony Chorus. Led by ANMS’ music therapist, Joanna Kennedy. Joanna has been leading choirs for individuals of all ages and abilities since 2019. * Joanna will lead[...]

Northampton, MA. January 18th – March 25th, 2024, with Whole Children / Milestone. For ages 6 -12 and 13+ with special needs. * Move & Groves – AGES 6-12. * Dance for Teens – Ages[...]

Lexington, MA, Spring, 2024, with the Lexington Recreation Department. Drums Alive combines exercise with rhythm and movement in a fun and upbeat setting. * For ages 18+. * Drums Alive uses stability balls to create[...]

Cotuit, MA, Winter, 2024, with the Cape Cod Collaborative Arts Network. CapeCodCAN provides opportunities for inclusion and active participation in the arts for people with disabilities on Cape Cod. * Please inquire about the approriate[...]

Beverly, MA, January 21st – February 25th, 2024 Special Olympics Massachusetts Fall Beverly Sport Skills Center program for ages 13+ * Basketball skill development program for athletes ages 6 to 12 on Sunday afternoons, 2 pm[...]

Virtual groups, Winter & Spring, 2024, 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 for kids ages 8-18[...]

Cotuit, MA, Winter, 2024, with the Cape Cod Collaborative Arts Network. CapeCodCAN provides opportunities for inclusion and active participation in the arts for people with disabilities on Cape Cod. * Please inquire about the approriate[...]

Wakefield, MA, January 31st – March 30th, 2024, with Communitas in Wakefield, MA. For ages 4+ – 15 with all disabilities .Get moving and meet new friends.  With over 18 years of dance experience, Ms.[...]

Lexington, MA, Spring, 2024, with the Lexington Recreation Department. Drums Alive combines exercise with rhythm and movement in a fun and upbeat setting. * For ages 18+. * Drums Alive uses stability balls to create[...]

Waltham, MA, February 2nd, 2024, with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome. For ages 20+.  The MDC is partnering with Bentley Best Buddies to host a Winter Wonderland Dance for MDSC adults ages 20+. * Throw on[...]

Cotuit, MA, Winter, 2024, with the Cape Cod Collaborative Arts Network. CapeCodCAN provides opportunities for inclusion and active participation in the arts for people with disabilities on Cape Cod. * Please inquire about the approriate[...]

Worcester, MA, with Special Olympics Massachusetts. 2024 Holy Cross Goes Unified Spring Basketball Program. Athletes must be 15 years or older. Basketball skills program held at Holy Cross on Sunday mornings. To register or for more[...]

Lexington, MA, February 5th – June 3rd, 2024, 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, Winter  &  Spring 2025, 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[...]

Avon, MA, February 9th, 2023, with the Tim Tebow Foundation and the Grace Church. Night to Shine is a complimentary event for people with special needs hosted by local churches around the world. The event is[...]

Mansfeld, MA, February 14th, 2024, with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome Congress. For ages 13 -22. Celebrate the holiday with an evening of dancing, socializing, and themed activities with Mansfield High School Best Buddies – the[...]

Lexington, MA, Spring, 2024, with the Lexington Recreation Department. Drums Alive combines exercise with rhythm and movement in a fun and upbeat setting. * For ages 18+. * Drums Alive uses stability balls to create[...]

Roxbury, MA, March 2nd – April 13th, 2024, with Special Olympics Massachusetts. This Special Olympics Massachusetts  Unified basketball clinic is for athletes and Unified partners aged 16+ at the Yawkey Boys & Girls Club on[...]

Fitchburg, MA, March 22nd, 2024, with the Arc of Opportunity. Wear your green and join us for a night of dancing and socializing. Enjoy soda, chips, and cookies together. * The Arc of Opportunity has[...]

Lowell, MA, March 26th – April 9th, 2024, with Special Olympics Massachusetts. This Unified Volleyball program for athletes aged 18+. This program is hosted by UMass Lowell Intramurals, UMass Lowell students will serve as Unified[...]

Lowell, MA, March 27th – April 10th, 2024, with Special Olympics Massachusetts. Unified Flag Football program for athletes aged 18+. This program is hosted by UMass Lowell Intramurals, UMass Lowell students will serve as Unified[...]

Marblehead, MA, March 30th, 2024. In person Everybody Dance is for teen and young adults with special needs and autism – a 45 minute dance party. *  Have a blast with an easy-to-follow movement class[...]

Millis, MA, April 2nd – May 7th, 2024, with the Millis, MA, Recreation Department. Are you looking for a fun physical activity while connecting with others in a healthier way? Join a high energy and[...]

Hanover, MA, April 2nd – June 17th, 2024. Registrations accepted until May 31st. This Inclusion Modified Program is for people ages 16+ with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities (IDD), and includes a DSM-5 diagnosis. * This[...]

Andover/North Andover, April 1st – August 31st, 2024. Free. The Merrimack Valley YMCA is partnering with Special Olympics of MA to offer Y-Abilities classes to teens and adults with intellectual disabilities. Each class will have[...]

Lexington, MA, Spring, 2024, with the Lexington Recreation Department. Drums Alive combines exercise with rhythm and movement in a fun and upbeat setting. * For ages 18+. * Drums Alive uses stability balls to create[...]

Millis, MA, April 8th – 29th, 2024, with the Millis, MA, Recreation Department. Free. The Millis recreation staff will host an adaptive and inclusive social event for individuals with special needs. * For ages 13[...]

Wakefield, MA, April 12th, 2024, with Communitas. Grab your party attire and a night of dancing with friends.  Music will be provided by DJ Kevin Sullivan and light refreshments will be served. * Family and[...]

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[...]

Wrentham, MA, April 21st – June 2nd, 2024, with the King Philip Soccer Association. Free. The Outreach Program for Soccer (TOPSoccer) is a community-based training and team placement program for young athletes with disabilities, developed by[...]

Lexington, MA, Spring, 2024, with the Lexington Recreation Department. Drums Alive combines exercise with rhythm and movement in a fun and upbeat setting. * For ages 18+. * Drums Alive uses stability balls to create[...]

Beverly, MA, April 27th – June 22nd, 2o24, with the Boxford Athletic Association. Department. For children of all abilities to learn the fundamentals of soccer and baseball. Classes are non-competitive and are suitable  for beginners[...]

Carlisle, MA, January 14th – March 10th, 2o24, with the Carlisle Recreation Department. For children of all abilities to learn the fundamentals of soccer and baseball. Classes are non-competitive and are suitable  for beginners or[...]

Carlisle, MA, April 27th – June 22nd, 2o24, with the Carlisle Recreation Department. For children of all abilities to learn the fundamentals of soccer and baseball. Classes are non-competitive and are suitable  for beginners or[...]

Grafton, MA, April 27th – June 22nd, 2o24, with the Grafton 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[...]

Grafton, MA, April 27th – June 22nd, 2o24, with the Natick Recreation and Parks. For children of all abilities to learn the fundamentals of soccer and baseball. Classes are non-competitive and are suitable  for beginners[...]

Uxbridge, MA, April 27th – June 22nd, 2o24, with Uxbridge Youth Soccer. For children of all abilities to learn the fundamentals of soccer and baseball. Classes are non-competitive and are suitable  for beginners or for[...]

Worcester, MA, January 7th – April 28th, 2024, with the Seven Hills Support Centers in Massachusetts. Basketball Skills and Drills on Sundays and Special Olympics basketball on various dates and times. *  Family Support Centers in[...]

Wellesley, MA, April 28th – June 23nd, 2o24, with Wellesley Schools. 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[...]

Wakefield, MA, May 1st – June 26th,  2024, with Communitas of Wakefield. For those with disabilities ages 16+. Join Ms. Hannah on Wednesday evenings to learn the basics of ballet, Ms. Hannah will teach  all[...]

Hingham, MA, May 3rd – June 14th, 2024. The South Shore Special Needs Athletic (SNAP) is hosting a Yoga/Zumba program for students with special needs in middle and high school who receive special education services.[...]

Frankin, MA, May 18th, 2024, with the Hockomock Area YMCA. Join an evening of fun with dancing, dinner & raffles. For ages 13+.   Music by: DJ Dave. * Registration fee includes pizza & snacks. *[...]

Burlington, MA, May 31st, 2024, with the Burlington Parks and Recreation’s Therapeutic Recreation Division. Participants are invited to dress up in semi-formal attire, if they wish, accented by their favorite, comfortable athletic shoes for an[...]

Pembroke, MA, June 1st, 2024, with The Pembroke Knights of Columbus. The Prom Angels Foundation is a Special Needs Prom for the Special Needs Community. Please ask the host about the appropriates ages for this event.[...]

Pembroke, MA, June 1st, 2024, with Prom Angels.  Prom for Teens & Adults with Disabilities. As a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, The Prom Angels Foundation is dedicated to providing quality and social activities, which empowers the[...]

Bedford, MA, June 7th, 2024, 6 – 8 p.m., with the Bedford Recreation Department. This event is for adults aged 18+ with disabilities or special needs. Join Bedford Recreation for a night full of games,[...]

Marblehead, MA, Summer 2024. In person Everybody Dance is for teen and young adults with special needs and autism – a 45 minute dance party. Zoom Inclusive fitness dance classes iare for teen and young[...]

Salem Public Library, Salem, MA, Summer 2024. Family Circle Time is an adaptive sensory-friendly song and movement program for children ages 3-8 to share with their caregiver/family. Family/caregiver, siblings welcome. * Disabilities Served – neurodiverse[...]

Chicopee, MA, June 15th, 2024, 6 p.m., with Autism Connections of Northampton. A Sensory-Friendly gathering for all ages. Whether you’re young or old, a sibling, a friend, a parent, or a caregiver, you are invited[...]

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[...]

Salem Public Library, Salem, MA, Summer 2024. Family Circle Time is an adaptive sensory-friendly song and movement program for children ages 3-8 to share with their caregiver/family. Family/caregiver, siblings welcome. * Disabilities Served – neurodiverse[...]

Chicopee, MA, June 26th, 2024,with The Bureau for Exceptional Children and Adults, (Jericho). Enjoy dancing with new and old friends. Please inquire about the appropriate ages for this event. * Jericho inclusive dances are a[...]

Millis, MA, July 8th – 29th, 2024, with the Millis, MA, Recreation Department. Free. The Millis recreation staff will host an adaptive and inclusive social event for individuals with special needs. * For ages 13[...]

Millis, MA, July 9th – August 6th, 2024, with the Millis, MA, Recreation Department. Are you looking for a fun physical activity while connecting with others in a healthier way? Join a high energy and[...]

Northampton, MA, July 9th – August 31st, 2024, with Whole Children / Milestones. For ages 16+ with special needs. Learn the basic techniques of different dance styles including jazz, hip hop, modern, and ballet. *[...]

Northampton, MA, July 6th – August 21st, 2024, with Whole Children of  Western MA. In this class learn the basic techniques of different dance styles including jazz, hip hop, modern, and ballet. *Kick it off[...]

Salem Public Library, Salem, MA, Summer 2024. Family Circle Time is an adaptive sensory-friendly song and movement program for children ages 3-8 to share with their caregiver/family. Family/caregiver, siblings welcome. * Disabilities Served – neurodiverse[...]

Holyoke, MA, June 26th, 2024,with The Bureau for Exceptional Children and Adults, (Jericho). Enjoy dancing with new and old friends. Please inquire about the appropriate ages for this event. * Jericho inclusive dances are a[...]

Boston, MA, July 20th, 2024, with the Boston Children’s Museum. Join in for excerpts from Abilities Dance Boston’s (ADB) “The Banned Ballet” come to life in KidStage theater. ADB will be performing scenes across three[...]

Northbridge, MA, July 22nd – December 8th, 2024, with Northbridge-Uxbridge AYF Football And Cheer. For youth of Northbridge, Uxbridge, and Douglas communities. Please use the contact information below to inquire about appropriate ages. * Practices[...]

Westport, MA, July 21st – August 13th, 2o24.  Level 2 Class. 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[...]

Lexington, MA, July 24th – August 14th, 2024, with the Special Needs Arts Program (SNAP). SNA Programs is launching a new Teen Chorus this smmer. Virbrant Voicesm for ages 13 to 22, will bring people[...]

Natick, MA, July 18th – 25th, with the Boston Ability Center. A morning of fun and learning for children ages one to three of all abilities.  Parents, grandparents, and caregivers (as well as infant siblings!)[...]

Boston, MA, July 27th, 2024, with the Boston Children’s Museum. Join in for excerpts from Abilities Dance Boston’s (ADB) “The Banned Ballet” come to life in KidStage theater. ADB will be performing scenes across three[...]

Woburn, MA, August 1st – December 15th, 2024, with Woburn Pee Wee Football 2024 Challenger Division. The mission of the Pop Warner Challenger Division is to bring the Pop Warner experience to those special needs[...]

Dartmouth, MA, August – October 2024, with the Dartmouth Youth Football League. DYFL will be offering a Challenger Team for Cheerleadin.  The Challenger Division includes all athletes ages 5 to 18 with physical or mental[...]

Woburn, MA, August 1st – December 31st, 2024, with Woburn Pee Wee Football 2024 Challenger Division. The mission of the Pop Warner Challenger Division is to bring the Pop Warner experience to those special needs individuals.[...]

Boston, MA, August 3rd, 2024, with the Boston Children’s Museum. Join in for excerpts from Abilities Dance Boston’s (ADB) “The Banned Ballet” come to life in KidStage theater. ADB will be performing scenes across three[...]

Quincy, MA, August 3rd, 2024, hosted by the Doug Flutie Foundation in Natick. Free entry for people with Autism and their families. The Flutie Foundation is celebrating their collective impact in the autism community by[...]

Salem Public Library, Salem, MA, Summer 2024. Family Circle Time is an adaptive sensory-friendly song and movement program for children ages 3-8 to share with their caregiver/family. Family/caregiver, siblings welcome. * Disabilities Served – neurodiverse[...]

Medford, MA, August 14th, 2024, with the Medford Arts Council. Drama Club participants will enjoy a fun-filled hour of developing skills in acting, singing, and dancing as they learn about theater in group and individual activities.[...]

Holyoke, MA, August 14th, 2024,with The Bureau for Exceptional Children and Adults, (Jericho). Enjoy dancing with new and old friends. Please inquire about the appropriate ages for this event. * Jericho inclusive dances are a[...]

Millis, MA, September 16th  – October 7th, 2024, with the Millis, MA, Recreation Department. Music therapy experience for grades K – 5 with Mollie Caravello, board-certified music therapist. These groups will be accessible for participants[...]

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[...]

Medford, MA, August 28th, 2024, with the Medford Arts Council. Drama Club participants will enjoy a fun-filled hour of developing skills in acting, singing, and dancing as they learn about theater in group and individual[...]

Salem Public Library, Salem, MA, Summer 2024. Family Circle Time is an adaptive sensory-friendly song and movement program for children ages 3-8 to share with their caregiver/family. Family/caregiver, siblings welcome. * Disabilities Served – neurodiverse[...]

Marblehead, MA, September – November 2024. Open to all North Shore towns The Marblehead Youth Football & Cheer Program (MYF) is hosting athletes of all abilities ages 6 and up to join their Inclusive Cheer[...]

Manchester-by-the Sea, September 14th – December 7th, 2024, with the Northeast Arc Family Resource Center. Ballet de Mar is collaborating with The Northeast Arc Autism Support Center and Family Resource Center to bring dance and[...]

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[...]

Online with Berkeley School of Music, Boston, MA, September 21st, 2024. The Berklee Institute for Accessible Arts Education SEL–Music Education professional development opportunity offers both synchronous and asynchronous participation options to learn SEL-informed music education[...]

Brookline, MA, September 24th – November 12th, 2024, with the Brookline Recreation Department’s Recreaton Therapy Program. For ages 14+ with disabilities. Featuring Abilities Dance, which uses dance and arts to promote intersectional disability rights. *[...]

Marlborough, MA, October 2nd – November 20th, 2024. Dance program for athletes ages 16 and over. Program will meet on Wednesday nights from October 2nd thru November 20th,  Yawkey Sports Training Center, Registration is Required[...]

Lexington, MA, Recreation Department, October 4th, 2024. Drums Alive combines exercise with rhythm and movement in a fun and upbeat setting. Drums Alive uses stability balls to create a unique drumming experience that has been[...]

Online with Berkeley School of Music, Boston, MA, October 5th, 2024. The Berklee Institute for Accessible Arts Education SEL–Music Education professional development opportunity offers both synchronous and asynchronous participation options to learn SEL-informed music education[...]

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[...]

Lexington, MA, Recreation Department, October 18th, 2024. Drums Alive combines exercise with rhythm and movement in a fun and upbeat setting. Drums Alive uses stability balls to create a unique drumming experience that has been[...]

Online with Berkeley School of Music, Boston, MA, October 19th, 2024. The Berklee Institute for Accessible Arts Education SEL–Music Education professional development opportunity offers both synchronous and asynchronous participation options to learn SEL-informed music education[...]

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[...]

Beverly, MA, October 20th – November 24th, 2024. Unified basketball skill development program for athletes and Unified partners aged 13+ at the Greater Beverly YMCA on Sunday afternoons, from Sunday, October 20th to November 24th[...]

Online with Berkeley School of Music, Boston, MA, November 2nd, 2024. The Berklee Institute for Accessible Arts Education SEL–Music Education professional development opportunity offers both synchronous and asynchronous participation options to learn SEL-informed music education[...]

Online with Berkeley School of Music, Boston, MA, November 16th, 2024. The Berklee Institute for Accessible Arts Education SEL–Music Education professional development opportunity offers both synchronous and asynchronous participation options to learn SEL-informed music education[...]

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[...]

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[...]

Winchester, MA, November 23rd, 2024. All-Inclusive Basketball Clinic with Bounce Out the Stigma. A  Special Needs Basketball Clinic for Boys & Girls, ages 7-21, facing the challenges of Autism, ADD, ADHD, Epilepsy, Learning Disabilities, and[...]

Virtual Event, November 23rd, 2024, with the Berklee Institute for Accessible Arts Education in Boston, MA. Free and open to the public. The ABLE Conversation symposium is a professional development opportunity in the field of[...]

Boston, MA, November 29th, 2024, with the Boston University Athletics. Inclusive Basketball Clinic hosted by the Boston University Women’s Basketball team. Clinic is open to only female athletes, ages 8 and up, of any ability[...]

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[...]

Westford, MA, December 1st, 2024.  Free. The Music Makes Me Happy Chorus will be taking the stage at Parish Center for the arts in a family-friendly, all-are-welcome concert in celebration of the season. * Admission[...]

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[...]

Fitchburg, MA, December 7th – January 25th, 2025, with the Black Action Coalition. Free. Honey Badgers inclusive basketball program is for children and young people living with disabilities, autism, psychosocial challenges or additional support needs.[...]

Online with Berkeley School of Music, Boston, MA, December 7th, 2024. The Berklee Institute for Accessible Arts Education SEL–Music Education professional development opportunity offers both synchronous and asynchronous participation options to learn SEL-informed music education[...]

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[...]

Concord, MA, December 14th – January 2025, with the Minute Man Arc. Registration FULL. Please check with the host about 2025 programs. Shoot hoops and join in. All abilities welcome. This is a non-competive sport[...]

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[...]

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[...]

Westboro, MA, January 4th – March 8th, 2025. Free. The Westborough Wallabies is a program of the Massachusetts Special Olympics/Unified Sports and is open to people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities ages 7 and up.[...]

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[...]

Danvers, MA, January 5th – February 9th 2025, with Danvers Indoor Sports. For children of all abilities to learn the fundamentals of basketball and floor hockey.  Classes are non-competitive and a fit for beginners or[...]

Grafton, MA, January 5th – February 9th, 2025, with the Grafton Recreation. For children of all abilities to learn the fundamentals of Baseball and Soccer. Classes are non-competitive and are a fit for beginners or[...]

Boston, MA, January 5th – 26th, 2025. Inclusive soccer clinic for ages 8 to 15 -this is an introductory clinic, all experience levels are welcome. * Participants will have the opportunity to participate in skill[...]

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”,[...]

Bridgewater, MA, January 8 – February 26, with the Bridge Center and Easterseals Massachusetts. For ages 18+ of all abilities. Culinary Creations – Learn to follow a recipe each week and try a new meal.[...]

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[...]

Boston, MA, January 11th – March 1st, 2025. Special Olympics Massachusetts – Inclusive basketball training series powered by Paris Street Community Center for ages 8 to 22, no prior basketball experience is required. * Program[...]

Williams College, Williamstown, MA, January & February 2025, with Special Olympics Massachusetts. Basketball clinic for athletes ages 5 thru 18 at Williams College. Program will run on Sundays.  Register on line to www.specialolympicsma.org/play-sports/find-sports-programs-near-you  and scroll down[...]

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[...]

Wakefield, MA, January 16th – March 6th, 2025, with Communitas in Wakefield, MA. For ages 16 through adult. This partner fitness class will include 8-10 stations of cardio and strengthening exercises, challenging each participant at their[...]

Norwood, MA, Winter 2025. Norwood Challenger Sports is for children and young adults with special needs ages 6 and up. No experience necessary. Parent coaches and high school volunteers work with the players on a wide range[...]

Amherst, MA, January 18th, 2025.  Special Olympics Massachusetts –   Single day basketball clinic for ages 2-12 at UMass Amherst. To register or for more information, visit Special Olympics Massachusetts www.specialolympicsma.org/play-sports/find-sports-programs-near-you  and scroll to your chosen[...]

Williams College, Williamstown, MA, January & February 2025, with Special Olympics Massachusetts. Basketball clinic for athletes ages 5 thru 18 at Williams College. Program will run on Sundays.  Register on line to www.specialolympicsma.org/play-sports/find-sports-programs-near-you  and scroll down[...]

Merrimack College, North Andover, January 19th – April 6th, 2025, with Special Olympics Massachusetts. * The Level 1 group will be for children ages 2-6 with and without intellectual disabilities. * Level 1 will focus[...]

Concord, MA, January 20th, 2025, with the Music Makes Me Happy Chorus. Free. Music Makes Me Happy brings adults with special needs together with volunteers to sing and bring joy to the community with sing-along-style[...]

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[...]

Lowell, MA, January 26th – March 30th, 2025, with Special Olympics Massachusetts. This is Unified basketball team for athletes and Unified partners 13 years and older. * Team will practice weekly from 6 pm to[...]

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[...]

North Reading, MA, February 2nd – April 6th, 2025, with the North Reading Parks and Recreation Department. For children of all abilities to learn the fundamentals of soccer and baseball. Classes are non-competitive and are[...]

Williams College, Williamstown, MA, January & February 2025, with Special Olympics Massachusetts. Basketball clinic for athletes ages 5 thru 18 at Williams College. Program will run on Sundays.  Register on line to www.specialolympicsma.org/play-sports/find-sports-programs-near-you  and scroll down[...]

Lexington, MA, February 3rd – 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,[...]

Northboro, MA, February 10th – May 17th, 2025, with Algonquin’s Unified Singing Group. Algonquin’s Unified Singing Group is now serving the community beyond high school and Northboro alone. Group members are 18+ and registration for[...]

Springfield, MA, Winter  &  Spring 2025, 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[...]

Andover, MA, Winter/Spring 2025. Please check with the hosts for the specific dates offered Hoops Without Limits is for ages 8-16. Meet medford’s first college student-led basketball program for the neurodivergent community. Is your child[...]

Needham, MA, February 15th, 2025, 6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m., with the Charles River Center.  For those with disabilities ages – please inquire about the appropriate ages for this event. *  All partygoers must be accompanied[...]