Sensory Friendly & Inclusive Movies and Events in Massachusetts

Newport, RI, Summer 2024.  Sail To Prevail is a nonprofit that improves the lives of more than 1,000 children and adults, each summer, through sailing in a fleet of specially adapted, 20-foot sailboats. * The[...]

Melrose, MA, August 8th – September 26th, 2024, with Communitas of Wakefield. Looking for a great way keep your family active this summer? This is a great opportunity to meet other families and get to know[...]

East Boston, September & October 2024, with Piers Park Sailing. For youth ages 10 and older. Sailing After School is a program for youth to rapidly advance through PPSC’s sailing curriculum with a 4:1 student[...]

Topsfield, MA, through November 24th, 2024. The Special Olympics Massachusetts Walking Club in Topsfield will meet on Sunday’s at Bradley Palmer State Park thru the summer (skipping any major holiday weekends). * All ages welcomed. For[...]

Worcester Regional Airport, Worcester, MA, September 14th, 2024, with the Charles River Center of Needham, MA. Free. A program specifically designed to support families of children with autism, creating a travel test run to help[...]

Mendon, MA, September 15th, 2024, 9 a.m.  Southwick’s Zoo has partnered with the Autism Alliance of Metrowest to help better accommodate guests with sensory processing needs and to provide a welcoming and inclusive experience for[...]

Cheshire & Hadley, MA, September 20th – October 23rd, 2024. Join the State of Massachusetts’ Universal Access Programs  adaptive cycling program in Hadley, run by their partner All Out Adventures. * They offer an array[...]

York, ME, September 21st, 2024, with Amp Surf New England. AmpSurf™ is a non-profit organization established to Promote, Inspire, Educate and Rehabilitate (PIER™) adaptive surfing and other outdoor activities outdoor activities. * This Learn to[...]

Westport, MA, September 22nd, 2o24, with Rare Surfs and Gnome Surf Therapy. For 2024, they have their inaugural event planned in New England in Westport MA. Gnome Surf  is experienced taking individuals of all abilities[...]

Dover, MA, September 22nd, 2024. A sensory-friendly visit to the Powisset Barnyard. This program offers a reduced number of guests and quieter sensory-friendly environment. Any family that would benefit from a limited capacity visit is welcome.[...]

Brookline, MA, September 27th, 2024, with the Coolidge Corner Theatre. The Box Office Babies Program offers parents/caregivers and their infants to these baby-friendly screenings of their current features on the big screen. * All Box Office[...]

Weymouth, MA, September 28th – November 16th, 2024, with Special Olympics Massachusetts.  Come join the Weymouth Walking club. Club will meet on Saturday’s at King Oak Park. * All ages welcomed. To register or for[...]

Boston, Museum of Fine Arts, October 5th, 2024. For kids with Autism Spectrum Disorders, ages 8 – 12. Artful Healing and Beyond the Spectrum offer a specially designed program for Autism Spectrum, including Asperger’s Syndrome, accompanied[...]

Topsfield, October 7th, 2024, 11 a.m. – 9 p.m. An opportunity for a more sensory sensitive experience to the Topsfield Fair for families who have family members with autism or sensory processing disorders. * Vendors[...]

Wakefield, MA, October 11th, 2024, 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[...]

October 12th, 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[...]

Manchester, NH, October 15th, 2024. Chunky’s presents Lights Up, Sound Down Sensory-Friendly Showings. These events are screenings of newly released movies for children with autism or other special needs. * Chunky’s will keep the theater[...]

Reading, MA, October 15th, 2024. The Reading SEPAC, Friends of Reading, METCO and the Massachusetts Cultural Council present the award winning documentary The Right to Read. Followed by a Discussion with a Panel of Experts:[...]

October 17h, 2024, with the Brookline Recreation Department’s Recreaton Therapy Program. For ages 10 and older with special needs.  Need a relaxing evening getting your creativity flowing? Join an inclusive Nature Art Night. *  Your[...]

October 26th, 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, Museum of Fine Arts, November 2nd, 2024. For kids with Autism Spectrum Disorders, ages 8 – 12. Artful Healing and Beyond the Spectrum offer a specially designed program for Autism Spectrum, including Asperger’s Syndrome, accompanied[...]

Emerson College, Boston, November 9th, 2024, 12 p.m. performance only. The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulan – Emerson Stage is producing a relaxed performance of the show. Edward Tulane is a beloved toy rabbit who[...]

Worcester, MA, November 10th, 2024, with the Autism Resource Center of Worcester. An sensory-friendly game and Autism Acceptance Night with the Worcester Railers. The DCU Center doors will open early (2:o5 pm) for families and[...]

Hingham, MA, November 15th, 2024, with Waypoint Adventure. Join Waypoint Adventure for Tandem Cycling. During this program, small groups work together to cycle the back roads and bike paths of Massachusetts. Participants are encouraged to[...]

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,[...]

Lexington, MA, November 19th – December 10th, 2024, 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[...]

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[...]

November 23rd, 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[...]

Manchester, NH, November 27th, 2024. Chunky’s presents Lights Up, Sound Down Sensory-Friendly Showings. These events are screenings of newly released movies for children with autism or other special needs. * Chunky’s will keep the theater[...]

Regis College, Weston, November 29th, 2024, 1 p.m. performance only. A special Sensory and Family-Friendly performance at a reduced price. * * Featuring a shortened, 1-hour performance, adjustments to sound and lighting, and chill out[...]

Providence, RI, November 30th, 2024, 12 p.m performance. Designed to meet the needs of guests on the autism spectrum, with sensory processing disorders, epilepsy, PTSD, or other sensitivities, Sensory-Friendly Plus! performances create an inclusive space[...]

Littleton, MA, Epping, NH, November 30th, 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 Cinemas[...]

Boston, December 6th, 2024, 1:30 p.m. performance. This performance and in-theater experience is designed to welcome guests who are neurodiverse, have sensory sensitivities, and need additional accessibility accommodations to enjoy the ballet. * This one-of-a-kind performance[...]

Boston, MFA, December 7th, 2024. For kids with Autism Spectrum Disorders, ages 8 – 12. Artful Healing and Beyond the Spectrum offer a specially designed program for Autism Spectrum, including Asperger’s Syndrome, accompanied by a parent[...]

Boston, MA, December 7th & 8th, 2024. Presented by United Dance Company. The United Dance Company is an inclusive dance company featuring artists who identify as having a disability and artists who don’t, united by[...]

Littleton, MA, Epping, NH, December 7th, 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[...]

Theater on the Mount, at Mount Wachusett Community College, Gardner, MA, December 7th, 2024, 2 pm performance.  The sensory-friendly performance is specially catered to children and adults with sensory input disorders, autism, or other developmental,[...]

Boston, MA, December 8th, 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[...]

Lowell, MA, December 8th, 2024, with the New England Film Orchestra. Join in to kick off the holiday season with hot chocolate, cookies and your favorite holiday music, * Film favorites like Muppet Christmas Carol, The[...]

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,[...]

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,[...]

Newton, MA, December 12th, 2024, with Understanding Our Differences, Newton’s Commission On Disability and the Newton Free Library. Free and open to the public. A moderated audience discussion will follow the screening. The Ride Ahead, directed[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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, 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[...]

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.[...]

Colonial Theater at Emerson, Boston, December 21st – 28st, 2024. Six – The Musical– Emerson Stage Divorced, beheaded, died, divorced, beheaded, survived. From Tudor Queens to Pop Icons, the SIX wives of Henry VIII take[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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. *[...]

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[...]

Concord, MA, January 6th – March 24th, 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[...]

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.[...]

Manchester, NH, January 8th, 2025. Chunky’s presents movies with open captions (english sub-titles). Chunkys will play movies once a month with open captions. * Open caption showtimes feature a text display of dialoogue on the[...]

Manchester, NH, January 15th, 2025. Chunky’s presents Lights Up, Sound Down Sensory-Friendly Showings. These events are screenings of newly released movies for children with autism or other special needs. * Chunky’s will keep the theater[...]

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

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[...]

January 22nd, 2025, 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[...]

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, Museum of Fine Arts, February 1st, 2025. For kids with Autism Spectrum Disorders, ages 8 – 12. Artful Healing and Beyond the Spectrum offer a specially designed program for Autism Spectrum, including Asperger’s Syndrome, accompanied[...]

Littleton, MA, Epping, NH, Londondery, NH, February 8th, 2025. 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.[...]

February 12th, 2025, Burlington, Dartmouth Mall, Framingham, Methuen, Tyngsboro, AMC Theaters – Theater locations may not be showing any given movie. Please check with the site for more information. Sensory Friendly films provides a family[...]

Boston, Museum of Fine Arts, February 15th, 2025. For teens with Autism Spectrum and Aspergers Disorders ages 13 to 18. Focus on specific art topics and incorporate discussion, critical inquiry, and sketching in the galleries.[...]

Natick, MA, February 18th, 2025. The Autism Alliance will host two showings of Moana 2 at their new Autism Welcoming Center located in the Natick Mall .  First Showing: 10 a.m. (for ages 5-12). Second Showing: 2[...]

Manchester, NH, February 19th, 2025. Chunky’s presents Lights Up, Sound Down Sensory-Friendly Showings. These events are screenings of newly released movies for children with autism or other special needs. * Chunky’s will keep the theater[...]

February 22nd, 2025, Burlington, Dartmouth Mall, Framingham, Methuen, Tyngsboro, AMC Theaters – Theater locations may not be showing any given movie. Please check with the site for more information. Sensory Friendly films provides a family[...]

Littleton, MA, Epping, NH, Londondery, NH, February 22nd, 2025. 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.[...]

February 26h, 2025, Burlington, Dartmouth Mall, Framingham, Methuen, Tyngsboro, AMC Theaters – Theater locations may not be showing any given movie. Please check with the site for more information. Sensory Friendly films provides a family[...]

Boston, Museum of Fine Arts, March 1st, 2025. For kids with Autism Spectrum Disorders, ages 8 – 12. Artful Healing and Beyond the Spectrum offer a specially designed program for Autism Spectrum, including Asperger’s Syndrome, accompanied[...]

Boston, MA, March 1st, 2025, 6 p.m. performance only. After getting sucked up by a vacuum cleaner, a (now hairless) squirrel is rescued by Flora Belle Buckman, a 10-year-old self-proclaimed cynic. She names him Ulysses and[...]

Shrewsbury, MA, March 5 – 26th, 2025, with the Southborough, Northborough & Shrewsbury Recreation Departments.  Rec Connect is a joint programming initiative between Southborough, Northborough, and Shrewsbury Recreation Departments.  This adaptive/inclusive social program designed for[...]

Boston, MA, March 6st, 2025, 11 a.m. performance only. After getting sucked up by a vacuum cleaner, a (now hairless) squirrel is rescued by Flora Belle Buckman, a 10-year-old self-proclaimed cynic. She names him Ulysses[...]

Boston, MA, March 8th, 2025, 2 p.m. performance only. After getting sucked up by a vacuum cleaner, a (now hairless) squirrel is rescued by Flora Belle Buckman, a 10-year-old self-proclaimed cynic. She names him Ulysses[...]

Littleton, MA, Epping, NH, Londondery, NH, March 8th, 2025. 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.[...]

Boston, Museum of Fine Arts, March 15th, 2025. For teens with Autism Spectrum and Aspergers Disorders ages 13 to 18. Focus on specific art topics and incorporate discussion, critical inquiry, and sketching in the galleries.[...]

Brighton, MA, March 15th, 2025, 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[...]

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,[...]

Springfield, MA, March 16th, 2025 hosted by CHD Disability Resources. Join the Springfield Thunderbirds will be playing the Bruins for the annual Sensory Friendly Sunday and Autism Awareness game. Exclusive $17 ticket rate for clients,[...]

Colonial Theater at Emerson, March 19th, Boston, 2025. Leo and Lucille Frank are a newlywed Jewish couple struggling to make a life in the old red hills of Georgia. When Leo is accused of an[...]

Colonial Theater at Emerson, March 20th, Boston, 2025. Leo and Lucille Frank are a newlywed Jewish couple struggling to make a life in the old red hills of Georgia. When Leo is accused of an unspeakable[...]

Acton, MA, March 21 & 22, 7 pm, March 23, 1 pm. Four eccentric Broadway stars are in desperate need of a new stage. So when they hear that trouble is brewing around a small-town prom,[...]

Symphony Hall, Boston, March 22nd. Sensory-Friendly Concert: “Sounding Together: An Exploration of Courage, Caution, and Kindness”. Thomas Wilkins, conductor, is an Artistic Partner, Education and Community Engagement, Boston Symphony Orchestra, Germeshausen Youth and Family Concerts[...]

Manchester, NH, March 26th, 2025. Chunky’s presents Lights Up, Sound Down Sensory-Friendly Showings. These events are screenings of newly released movies for children with autism or other special needs. * Chunky’s will keep the theater[...]

Acton, MA, March 28th & 29th, 7 pm, March 30th, 1 pm.  Four eccentric Broadway stars are in desperate need of a new stage. So when they hear that trouble is brewing around a small-town[...]

Littleton, MA, Epping, NH, Londondery, NH, March 29th, 2025. 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.[...]

Northampton, MA, Spring 2025, with Whole Children. For ages 16+ with special needs. Calling all actors and performers – theater class is back for all who want to be on the stage and show off[...]

Boston, Logan Airport, April 5th, 2025, with the Charles River Center of Needham, MA. Free. A program specifically designed to support families of children with autism, creating a travel test run to help ease the[...]

In Massachusetts, CT & NH, April 6th, 2025. Bunny Cares events allow people of all ages and abilities to enjoy Bunny Magic photo experiences in an inclusive environment that improves comfort, enjoyment and participation among children[...]

Wakefield, MA, Spring 2025, with Communitas of Wakefield. For ages 13 – 22, and 22+. Join Certified Adaptive Theater Teacher and Director, Jen Morin, for Drama classes. The class will work on acting, theater, singing,[...]

Attleboro, MA, April 12th, 2025, with the Faith Alliance Church. An Egg-Ceptional Egg Hunt for Individuals with Special Needs and their families. Join us an accessible egg hunt, pictures with baby chicks, crafts, a family[...]

Brookline, MA, April 12th – May 24th, 2025, with the Brookline Recreation Department’s Therapy Programs. For ages 13th with disabilities and special needs. Enjoy local hiking in the Boston Area. *  This program is designed[...]

Dennis, MA, April 12th, 2025, with Cape Abilties  Come hop on over to the lawn of Gibson Sotheby’s International Realty’s Dennis office at in Dennis for an inclusive and sensory Easter Egg hunt.  The host[...]

Littleton, MA, Epping, NH, Londondery, NH, April 12th, 2025. 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.[...]

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,[...]

Holyoke, MA, April 13th, 2025. At the Wistariahurst Museum. Designed for families with sensory sensitivities, this egg-ceptional event is tailored so that every bunny feels comfortable and welcome. * This year’s egg hunt will take place[...]

Waltham, MA, April 14th, 2025.  An entire local family restaurant will be only for Autism Eats families during designated times. * Autism families may join in for a very special dinner with Red Sox Wally.[...]

Hingham, MA, April 18th, 2025. This event is now sold out The Arc of the South Shore’s Easter Bunny Bash is offering two sessions of this event. Session 1 is at 10am, and session 2[...]

Boston, Museum of Fine Arts, April 19th, 2025. For teens with Autism Spectrum and Aspergers Disorders ages 13 to 18. Focus on specific art topics and incorporate discussion, critical inquiry, and sketching in the galleries.[...]

Wellesley, MA, with the Doug Flutie Foundation for Autism. The Flutie Foundation is partnering with the B.A.A. in hosting the first-ever Sensory-Friendly Viewing Zone at the 2025 Boston Marathon® . The Sensory-Friendly Viewing Zone at[...]

Feeding Hills, MA, April 23 – May 14, 2025, Adaptive Fishing program with CHD’s All In: Barrier Free Recreation. Adaptive fishing program geared towards kids and adults with different ability levels. Families are welcome to[...]

Boston, MA, April 26th, 2025, 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m, with Bailey’s Team for Autism. Franklin Park Zoo is offering free entry to individuals on the autism spectrum. Additionally, Bailey’s Team is supporting the cost[...]

Blackstone, MA, April 30th, 2025, with the State of Massachusetts DCR Unviersal Access Program.  The UAP’s adaptive cycling program offers an array of cycles that can accommodate riders of all abilities from stable, comfortable recumbent[...]

Saugus, MA, May 7th, 2025, with the State of Massachusetts DCR Universal Access Program. Join the Universal Access Program for accessible small group hiking in Saugus. During this program see stunning forests, ponds/waterways, eat lunch,[...]

Webinar, May 8th, 2025, with the State of Massachusetts Office of Outdoor Recreation. he Accessible Trails Public Forum is an opportunity for people with disabilities, their loved ones, accessibility advocates, trail designers, and land managers[...]

Boston, Museum of Fine Arts, May 10th, 2025.  For kids with Autism Spectrum Disorders, ages 8 – 12. Artful Healing and Beyond the Spectrum offer a specially designed program for Autism Spectrum, including Asperger’s Syndrome, accompanied[...]

Providence, RI, May 10th, 2025, with Bailey’s Team for Autism. Bailey’s Animal Adventure Hours: TBA. Expanded check in time: 9 am to 11 am. Each guest on the autism spectrum and their caregiver will receive[...]

Colonial Theater at Emerson, May 10th, Boston, 2025. A musical about growing up and growing old , KIMBERLY AKIMBO is the winner of 5 Tony Awards. Kimberly is about to turn 16 and recently moved with[...]

May 10th, 2025, Burlington, Dartmouth Mall, Framingham, Methuen, Tyngsboro, AMC Theaters – Theater locations may not be showing any given movie. Please check with the site for more information. Sensory Friendly films provides a family[...]

Colonial Theater at Emerson, May 11th, Boston, 2025. A musical about growing up and growing old , KIMBERLY AKIMBO is the winner of 5 Tony Awards. Kimberly is about to turn 16 and recently moved with[...]

Millis, MA, May 12th – June 9th, 2025, with the Mill Recreation Department. Adaptive & Inclusive Art Explorations participants will be able to explore a wide variety of art materials and develop new skills and[...]

Manchester, NH, May 23th, 2025. Chunky’s presents Lights Up, Sound Down Sensory-Friendly Showings. These events are screenings of newly released movies for children with autism or other special needs. * Chunky’s will keep the theater[...]

May 14th, 2025, Burlington, Dartmouth Mall, Framingham, Methuen, Tyngsboro, AMC Theaters – Theater locations may not be showing any given movie. Please check with the site for more information. Sensory Friendly films provides a family[...]

Boston, Museum of Fine Arts, May 17th, 2025. For teens with Autism Spectrum and Aspergers Disorders ages 13 to 18. Focus on specific art topics and incorporate discussion, critical inquiry, and sketching in the galleries.[...]

Colonial Theater at Emerson, May 17th, Boston, 2025. A musical about growing up and growing old , KIMBERLY AKIMBO is the winner of 5 Tony Awards. Kimberly is about to turn 16 and recently moved with her[...]

Worcester, MA, May 21st, 2025, with the State of Massachusetts Universal Access Program. UAP’s adaptive cycling program offersa an array of cycles that can accommodate riders of all abilities from stable, comfortable recumbent trikes, to[...]

Blackstone, MA, May 28th, 2025, with the State of Massachusetts DCR Unviersal Access Program.  The UAP’s adaptive cycling program offers an array of cycles that can accommodate riders of all abilities from stable, comfortable recumbent[...]

May 18th, 2025, Burlington, Dartmouth Mall, Framingham, Methuen, Tyngsboro, AMC Theaters – Theater locations may not be showing any given movie. Please check with the site for more information. Sensory Friendly films provides a family[...]

Littleton, MA, Epping, NH, Londondery, NH, May 31st, 2025. 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.[...]

Boston, MA, June 1st, 2025, 2 p.m. performance only. Four eccentric Broadway stars are in desperate need of a new stage. So when they hear that trouble is brewing around a small-town prom, they know[...]

Boston, MA, June 1st, 2025, 2 p.m. performance only. Four eccentric Broadway stars are in desperate need of a new stage. So when they hear that trouble is brewing around a small-town prom, they know[...]

Manchester, NH, June 3, 2025. Chunky’s presents Lights Up, Sound Down Sensory-Friendly Showings. These events are screenings of newly released movies for children with autism or other special needs. * Chunky’s will keep the theater[...]

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[...]

Holyoke, MA, Summer 2025, by appointment only, with the State of Massachusetts DCR Universal Access Program. Free. Join UAP for some adaptive rowing on the Connecticut River in Holyoke. This program, uses specialized equipment, modifications,[...]

Lexington, MA, JUne 5th, 2025, with SNAP of Lexington MA. Special Artists brings together teens and adults with developmental disabilities to work on art projects. Participants work at their own pace in a supportive and fun[...]

Boston, MA, June 5th, 2025, 10:30 a.m.. performance only. Four eccentric Broadway stars are in desperate need of a new stage. So when they hear that trouble is brewing around a small-town prom, they know[...]

Duxbury, MA, with the ACCESSail Program at Duxbury Bay Marina. Sign up now for Summer 2025. This program welcomes beginners and encourages anyone new to the water or the sport to come aboard and join[...]

Boston, MA, June 5th, 2025, 7:30 pm. performance only. Four eccentric Broadway stars are in desperate need of a new stage. So when they hear that trouble is brewing around a small-town prom, they know[...]

Boston, Museum of Fine Arts, June 7th, 2025. For kids with Autism Spectrum Disorders, ages 8 – 12. Artful Healing and Beyond the Spectrum offer a specially designed program for Autism Spectrum, including Asperger’s Syndrome, accompanied[...]

Artesani Park/Herter Park, Brighton, MA, Due to inclement weather this event is cancelled.   Free and open to the public. With the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) Universal Access Program – celebrate accessible outdoor[...]

Harold Parker State Forest, Andover, MA, June 11th, with the State of Massachusetts DCR Universal Access Program. Join UAP’s adaptive canoeing, run by their partner Waypoint Adventure. Paddlers will travel in small groups to explore[...]

Beartown State Forest, Great Barrington, MA, June 12th, Accessible and adaptive kayaking with the DCR Universal Access Program. Please inquire with the host regarding appropriates ages for this offering. * UAP’s adaptive kayaking program is[...]

Holyoke, MA, Summer 2025, by appointment only, with the State of Massachusetts DCR Universal Access Program. Free. Join UAP for some adaptive rowing on the Connecticut River in Holyoke. This program, uses specialized equipment, modifications,[...]

Western, MA, May-August 2025, Adaptive Cycling with CHD All In Barrier Free Recreation. Adaptive cycling in Easthampton, East Longmeadow, and Westfield, MA. Bring your own bike or rent one from CHD with advance notice. Recumbent[...]

Charlestown, Peabody and Brewster, MA, through October 21st, 2025, with Spaulding Rehabilitation Network. All abilities welcome. * Charlestown location – Cycling along the Charlestown area Harborwalk. An experienced clinician or staff member will work with[...]

Natick, MA, June 16th, 2025, with The State of Massachusetts DCR Universal Access program. Join UAP’s accessible tandem cycling – run by partner All Out Adventures. Small groups work together to cycle the back roads and[...]

Worcester, MA, June 17th, 2025. Join the Worcester Bravehearts Baseball Team for an Autism Acceptance night out at Fitton Field. This event will feature: Acceptance tables Lowered music volume A cool down zone Sensory friendly[...]

Brookline, MA, June 17th – July 29th, 2025, with the Brookline Recreation Department’s Therapy Programs. Join them for a weekly walking club at Chestnut Hill Reservoir. * Each week, they will build on our mileage,[...]

Harold Parker State Forest, Andover, MA, June 18th, with the State of Massachusetts DCR Universal Access Program. Join UAP’s adaptive canoeing, run by their partner Waypoint Adventure. Paddlers will travel in small groups to explore[...]

Holyoke, MA, Summer 2025, by appointment only, with the State of Massachusetts DCR Universal Access Program. Free. Join UAP for some adaptive rowing on the Connecticut River in Holyoke. This program, uses specialized equipment, modifications,[...]

Holland / Sturbridge, June 19th 2025, with the Webster Water Ski Collective. The Annual Team Hoyt New England Adaptive Ski Day is hosted in partnership with Team Hoyt New England and the Aqua Riders of[...]

Boston, Museum of Fine Arts, June 21st, 2025. For teens with Autism Spectrum and Aspergers Disorders ages 13 to 18. Focus on specific art topics and incorporate discussion, critical inquiry, and sketching in the galleries.[...]

Stoneham, MA, Summer 2025, with the Bridgewell Family Support Center of Peabody. Spots are limited so you must be pre-registered to attend this event. Meet staff at the zoo entrance. Staff will let you in[...]

Waltham, MA, Summer 2025. Join in on sensory-friendly songs, stories, and playtime in this accessible storytime. This storytime is designed for children with sensory sensitivities, neurodiverse children, or those who do better in small groups with more[...]

Littleton, MA, Epping, NH, Londondery, NH, June 21st, 2025. 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.[...]