Special Olympics & Other Disability Sport Events

Dorchester, MA, Fall & Winter 2025. Please inquire about the appropriate ages for this program. Bowling program held on Sundays from 10am to 12pm  in Dorchester, starting September 21st through December 21st. To register or[...]

Springfield, MA, through April 2026 with the Center For Human Development- All In Program.  Sled hockey is hockey but players are seated on a sled. This version of ice hockey is played primarily by people[...]

Concord, October 6th – December 15th, 2025, with the Minute Man Arc. For ages 16+ with disabilities.  Soccer & More – Learn basic soccer skills outdoors, enjoy a special park field outing, and switch indoors[...]

Kingston, South Dennis & Weymouth, MA, October 2025 – February 2026. An all-inclusive ice hockey team, The Great Blizzards are an affiliate of The Great Blizzards of Kingston, MA. For the 2025/2026 season, The Great[...]

Concord Free Public Library, Concord, MA. Held every Saturday afternoon at 1:00 PM, through 2nd, 2025.  This program is designed to support neurodivergent children, including those with autism, sensory processing challenges, and any child who[...]

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. *[...]

Online, November 5th – February 4th, 2025, with the Astra Foundation in Acton, MA. An Astra Foundation on-line support group for parents who are familiar with principles of DIR/FloortimeTM. * The curriculum will respond to the[...]

Haverhill, MA, Fall & Winter 2025. Unified candlepin bowling program for ages 8 to 12. Registration is required to  https://www.specialolympicsma.org/play-sports/find-sports-programs-near-you and scroll down to your desired program, or contact  Ops@SpecialOlympicsMA.org     Share this event

Charlestown, Plymouth & Salem, MA, through January 2026, with Spaulding Hospital Adaptive Sports. Please inquire about the appropriate ages for this program. Try the growing sport of Pickleball, an all-abilities game similar to tennis, but[...]

Framingham, MA, December 1st 2025 – April 5th, 2026, with the Framingham Recreation Department. For individuals with disabilities ages 18 and older. This activity it now full. Framingham Parks & Recreation, in partnership with Special[...]

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

Goshen & Millers Falls, Weston, MA, through March 2026, with the State of Massachusetts DCR Universal Access Program. For people with disabilities, along with their family and friends. Specific dates for each location, and each location[...]

Newton, MA, Fall & Winter 2025, with the JCC in Newton Free. All Ages. Disabilities Served – Autism, Other Sensory Needs. JCC Greater Boston, in partnership with Autism Welcoming. Geared towards individuals of all ages[...]

Ashburnham, MA, December 2025 – Februrary 2026. Level 1 Class. Young athletes program for athletes ages 6 to 12. Program will be held on Saturday mornings from 11:00 am to 11:45 am.  This program will focus[...]

Worcester, MA, December 17th, 2025. Sensory Performance at 4 pm only. This year’s production features  fresh scenery creating the perfect playground for state-of-the art projections and innovative lighting design. Featuring original music composed by Worcester’s[...]

Virtual vía Zoom: mensualmente, hasta 2025, con Bridgewell Family Support Center, Peabody, MA. Presentado por: Heidi Suriel, Administradora de Casos de Apoyo Familiar. Un grupo de apoyo en español para padres y cuidadores de niños y adultos[...]

Virtual Grupo, 2025- 2026, con Massachusetts Advocates for Children (MAC). Conoce a otros padres de niños y jóvenes con necesidades especiales & aprende cómo tu hijo/a puede obtener los servicios que necesita para tener éxito[...]

Webinar, December 19th, 2025, with the Association for Autism & Neurodiversity in Watertown, MA.  When a child, parent, or relative receives a diagnosis of autism or ADHD, it can be a moment of recognition—not just[...]

Newton, MA, Fall & Winter 2025, with the JCC in Newton Free. All Ages. Disabilities Served – Autism, Other Sensory Needs. JCC Greater Boston, in partnership with Autism Welcoming. Geared towards individuals of all ages[...]

Worcester, MA, December 21st, 2025 2 pm performance only.  This year’s production features  fresh scenery creating the perfect playground for state-of-the art projections and innovative lighting design. Featuring original music composed by Worcester’s own Steve[...]

Virtual Event, the first Thusday of each month, 2025, with UMass Chan Medical School | Eunice Kennedy Shriver Center, Worcester, MA. Free. For parents & caregivers, regardless of the age of the children. This includes all[...]

Application opens in January 2026, and closes in February, 2026, with the Doug Flutie Foundation in Natick, MA. For schools and organizations in Massachusetts, Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, Rhode Island and Connecticut. * The Allison Keller[...]

Hingham, MA, January 3rd – February 7th, 2026, 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[...]

Peabody, MA, the first Saturday of each month, 2 – 4 pm,  with the North Shore Children’s Museum. The museum supports all families and children with different sensory processing needs. To ensure their friends with[...]

North Andover, MA, January 4th  – February 8th, 2026. Floorball skills program for athletes ages 15 and up. No prior experience required. Program will occur at the Merrimack Valley YMCA from January 4th through February[...]

Beverly, MA, January 2026. Basketball skills program for athletes ages 13+. Program will be held at Greater Beverly YMCA in Beverly on Sunday mornings from 10am to 11am, starting January 4th through January 25th. No[...]

Beverly, MA, January – February 2026. Unified basketball skill development program for athletes and Unified partners aged 16+ held  on Wednesday afternoons from 2 pm to 3 pm, starting January 7th through February 25th To[...]

Worcester, MA, January 7th – February 8th, 2026. Floorball skills program for athletes ages 16 and up.  No prior experience required. Program will be held at Worcester State University. * The first session will be[...]

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

Marion/Wareham, January – February 2026. Tabor Academy and Special Olympics Massachusetts are partnering to host a Young Athletes program. *The student leaders will cover soccer skill. * The Level 2 group will be offered for[...]

East Boston, MA, February 10th – March 14th, 2026. Basketball skills program for athletes ages 8 to 24. Program will occur on Saturday afternoons from 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm  in East Boston between January 10th[...]

Salsibury, MA, January – February 2026.   Pickleball clinic offered for athletes ages 16 and over, no prior experience needed. Clinics will occur on Saturday afternoons, from 4pm to 5pm, from January 10th through February 28th[...]

Braintree, MA, January – February 2026.  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 2 to[...]

South Hamilton, MA, January – February 2026. 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[...]

Westwood, MA, January – March 2026. Basketball skills program for ages 6 to 12 in Westwood. Program will be occur on Sunday mornings from 10:30 am to 10:30 am, starting January 11th through March 15th.[...]

Marlborough, MA, January 11th, 2026. Special Olympics Floorball Marlborough Open House  for anyone interested in floorball. Program will occur in Marlborough on Sunday, January 11th from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. * Age minimum is[...]

Waltham, MA, January  – March 2026.  Level 1 Class. Young athletes program for ages 2 to 7 in focusing on fine motor skills and activities. Program will be occur on Sunday mornings from 9:30 am[...]

Westwood, MA, January – March 2026.  Young athletes program for ages 2 to 7 in Westwood focusing on fine motor skills and activities. Program will be occur on Sunday mornings from 9:30 am to 10:15[...]

Marlborough, MA, January – May, 2026. Join Monday night bootcamps. Program runs every Monday from 5:00 pm to 5:45 pm in Marlborough from January 12th through May 18th for ages 13+. All fitness levels welcome.[...]

Webinar, January 12th, 2025, with the Association for Autism and Neurdiversity, in Watertown, MA. Parents often wonder how to motivate their Autistic teens, particularly how much to push them and how much to let their[...]

Webinar, January 14th – June 2026, with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, The Arc of Massachusetts, and the Institute for Community Inclusion. The LifeCourse in Action webinars are presented in English on Zoom with live,[...]

Webinars: Fall 2025 – Spring 2026,  with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, The Arc of Massachusetts, and the Institute for Community Inclusion. Join the new LifeCourse in Action series kick-off webinar, Introducing Charting the LifeCourse[...]

Online, January 14th – March 25th, 2026, with the Astra Foundation in Acton, MA. Learn DIR® techniques developed by Stanley Greenspan, MD and Serena Wieder, PhD. DIR® focuses on the child-parent (or caregiver) relationship as[...]

Webinar Series, January – March, 2026, with the Family Leadership Program of Massachusetts. Your Voice, Your Plan: Essential Advocacy Skills Bootcamp. Are you ready to transform your passion into a powerful, actionable plan for your child’s[...]

Wachusett Mountain in Westmister, MA, January 15th – March 19th, 2026, with Spaulding Adaptive Sports in Massachusetts. Designed to introduce beginners to adaptive sit ski equipment with Spaulding staff and volunteers. If you are a[...]

Virtual Grupo, 2025- 2026, con Massachusetts Advocates for Children (MAC). Conoce a otros padres de niños y jóvenes con necesidades especiales & aprende cómo tu hijo/a puede obtener los servicios que necesita para tener éxito[...]

Chicopee, MA and Virtual, January – April 2026. A free training that guides parents and family caregivers to imagine better and be effective leaders at the local level and beyond. This series of family workshops[...]

Lynn, MA, January – March 2026. Basketball skills program for athletes ages 8 to 15. Program will be held at in Lynn on Saturdays from 11 am to 12 pm, starting January 17th through March 7th.[...]

Roxbury, MA, Januaryu – March, 2026. Basketball skills program for athletes ages 8 to 15. Program will be held  n Saturday mornings from 11am-12pm starting January 17th through March 7th. No prior basketball experience required[...]

Burlington, MA, January – April 2026. Train 4 Life is designed to support athletes aged 18 and older in achieving their full potential, both on and off the field. The 12-week program will encompass pre-and-post-biometric[...]

Danvers, MA, January – April 2026.  Train 4 Life is designed to support athletes aged 18 and older in achieving their full potential, both on and off the field. The 8-week program will encompass pre-and-post-biometric[...]

Lynn, MA, January 17th – March 7th, 2026. Level 1 only. 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[...]

Roxbury, MA, January – March 2026. 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 2 to[...]

Dorchester, MA, January – March 2026. Level 1.  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[...]

Lawrence, MA, January 18th – March 8th, 2026. Basketball skills program for athletes ages 13+. Program will be held on Sunday mornings from 10 am to 11 am, starting January 18th through March 8th. No[...]

South Boston, MA, January – March 2026. Basketball skills program for athletes ages 8 to 15. Program will be held on Sunday mornings from 10 am to 11 am, starting January 18th through March 8th.[...]

Worcester, MA, January – April 2026. Train 4 Life is designed to support athletes aged 18 and older in achieving their full potential, both on and off the field. The 12-week program will encompass pre-and-post-biometric[...]

Lawrence, MA, January – March, 2026. 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 2 to[...]

South Boston, MA, January – March 2026. 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 2[...]

Merrimack College, North Andover, January 18th – February 26, 2026, with Special Olympics Massachusetts. * The Level 1 group will be for children ages 2-6 with and without intellectual disabilities. * Level 1 will focus[...]

Foxborough, MA, January – March 2026. Pickleball program for ages 13 and over. Program will occur on Monday evenings from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, starting January 19th through March 2nd  in Foxborough. No prior[...]

Webinar, January 20th, 2026, with the Massachusetts Adoption Resource Exchange. Virtual informaiton and adoption matching event. Nearly 20% of waiting children registered with MARE are diagnosed with autism, and these children wait significantly longer for permanency.[...]

Dorchester, MA, January – April 2026. Train 4 Life is designed to support athletes aged 18 and older in achieving their full potential, both on and off the field. The 12-week program will encompass pre-and-post-biometric[...]

Newton, MA, January – April 2026. Train 4 Life is designed to support athletes aged 18 and older in achieving their full potential, both on and off the field. The 12-week program will encompass pre-and-post-biometric[...]

Webinar, January 20th, 2026, with the Autism Alliance of Metrowest. Understanding Autism & Psychiatric Medications: A Practical Overview. Dr. Bayazit will guide attendees through an overview of autism, sharing helpful information about the diagnosis in an[...]

Virtual vía Zoom: mensualmente, hasta 2025, con Bridgewell Family Support Center, Peabody, MA. Presentado por: Heidi Suriel, Administradora de Casos de Apoyo Familiar. Un grupo de apoyo en español para padres y cuidadores de niños y adultos[...]

Virtual Series, January & February 2026, with the Association for Autism and Neurodiversity in Watertown, MA. Depression, Anxiety, and Self-Compassion on the Autism Spectrum (PAUSE) is a 6-session online workshop for Autistic adults who would[...]

Webinars, November 2025 – February 2026, with Empowering People for Inclusive Communities (EPIC) of Greater Boston. PIC’s Intro to Disability & Ableism Training gives participants a greater understanding of the Disability Community and Ableism. Participants will[...]

Needham, MA, and on Zoom, with Mass Families. For Metro Boston Families.  Free.  The Metro region is announcing the 2026 Family Leadership Series for caregivers in the Metro region who have loved ones served by[...]

Southborough, MA, January- March 7th, 2026, 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 old.[...]

Boston, January – March 2026, with Franciscan Children’s Adaptive Sports. Experience a program that blends traditional karate with customized techniques. From strength-building movements and self- defense skills to calming meditation, participants build confidence and resilience in a[...]

Roxbury, MA, January – March 2026. Unified soccer skills center for athletes and Unified partners ages 8 to 15. Practices will be held on Wednesdays   in Roxbury from 6 pm to 7:30 pm, starting January[...]

Webinar, January 27th, 2026, with the Association for Autism and Neurodiversity in Watertown, MA. Join a deep dive into Executive Functioning. In this 90 minute webinar, the presenter and participants will explore executive functioning through[...]

Webinar, January 28th, 2025, with the Family Support Center of Bridgewell and the Northeast Arc Family Resource Center in Danvers, MA. One Well Health Care Overview of Services Training.  Presented by Ashley Courtemanche, IDD Program[...]

Canton, MA, January – March 2026. Golf skills program for athletes 15 years and older. No prior golf experience required. *  Program will be held  on Wednesday evenings, from 6pm to 8pm, starting January 28th[...]

Attleboro, MA, September 18th – October 30th, 2025. 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),[...]

Acton, MA, Spring & Summer 2026,1:30 – 4:30 p.m. Free museum access and dedicated hours for families that would benefit from a sensory-friendly experience. Open to the public, but lower visitation is expected * For[...]

Webinar, February 2nd, 2026, with the Association for Autism and Neurdiversity, in Watertown,, MA. This 90-minute workshop will address common misconceptions, investigate autistic identity, and explore autistic traits, strengths, and challenges. * This presentation will[...]

Mashpee, MA, February – May 2026. Pickleball clinic offered for athletes ages 15 and over, no prior experience needed. Clinic will occur on Wednesday evenings, from 6 pm to 7 pm, February 4th through May[...]

Virtual Meeting, February 10th, 2026, with the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services Newton South Norfolk Citizens Advisory Board. All are welcome. This area office serves the following towns and communities: Canton, Dedham, Foxboro, Medfield, Millis,[...]

Webinar, January 14th – June 2026, with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, The Arc of Massachusetts, and the Institute for Community Inclusion. The LifeCourse in Action webinars are presented in English on Zoom with live,[...]

Webinars: Fall 2025 – Spring 2026,  with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, The Arc of Massachusetts, and the Institute for Community Inclusion. Join the new LifeCourse in Action series kick-off webinar, Introducing Charting the LifeCourse[...]

Webinars, November 2025 – February 2026, with Empowering People for Inclusive Communities (EPIC) of Greater Boston. PIC’s Intro to Disability & Ableism Training gives participants a greater understanding of the Disability Community and Ableism. Participants will[...]

Virtual Grupo, 2025- 2026, con Massachusetts Advocates for Children (MAC). Conoce a otros padres de niños y jóvenes con necesidades especiales & aprende cómo tu hijo/a puede obtener los servicios que necesita para tener éxito[...]

Virtual Conference, February 20th, 2026, with the AANE of Watertown, MA. The Jody Acford Conference – Navigating Benefits in Uncertain Times“ will provide insights and practical tools for Autistic and other Neurodivergent individuals navigating the complexities[...]

Dorchester, MA, February 22nd, 2026, with Vòng Tay Cha Mẹ Việt – Hosted by The Circle Of Vietnamese Parents of Dorchester/Boston invites families of youth with disability to attend their annual lunar new year celebration.[...]

Springfield, MA, February 24th – March 31st, 2026. FFloorball skills program for athletes ages 12 and up. No prior experience required. Program will be held  at the Springfield Jewish Community Center, starting February 24th through[...]

Attleboro, MA, February – April 2026. 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 2[...]

Acton, MA, Spring & Summer 2026,1:30 – 4:30 p.m. Free museum access and dedicated hours for families that would benefit from a sensory-friendly experience. Open to the public, but lower visitation is expected * For[...]

Virtual Conference, March 10th, 2026, with NAMI New Hampshire. The 2026 theme Moving Forward and creating Hope in Action, highlights how we can unite to address mental health priorities across New Hampshire. * The confernece[...]

Webinar, January 14th – June 2026, with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, The Arc of Massachusetts, and the Institute for Community Inclusion. The LifeCourse in Action webinars are presented in English on Zoom with live,[...]

Webinars: Fall 2025 – Spring 2026,  with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, The Arc of Massachusetts, and the Institute for Community Inclusion. Join the new LifeCourse in Action series kick-off webinar, Introducing Charting the LifeCourse[...]

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

Logan Airport, Boston, April 4th, 2026, 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[...]

Acton, MA, Spring & Summer 2026,1:30 – 4:30 p.m. Free museum access and dedicated hours for families that would benefit from a sensory-friendly experience. Open to the public, but lower visitation is expected * For[...]

Webinar, January 14th – June 2026, with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, The Arc of Massachusetts, and the Institute for Community Inclusion. The LifeCourse in Action webinars are presented in English on Zoom with live,[...]

Webinars: Fall 2025 – Spring 2026,  with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, The Arc of Massachusetts, and the Institute for Community Inclusion. Join the new LifeCourse in Action series kick-off webinar, Introducing Charting the LifeCourse[...]

Acton, MA, April 11th, 2026, 5 pm to 8 pm. Free- registration required. A special free evening for visitors who are more comfortable in a mask-wearing environment. Enjoy a fun, friendly experience in an accessible and[...]

Webinar, April 13th, 2026, with the Association for Autism and Neurdiversity, in Watertown,, MA. This 90-minute workshop will address common misconceptions, investigate autistic identity, and explore autistic traits, strengths, and challenges. * This presentation will[...]

Virtual Meeting, April 14th, 2026, with the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services Newton South Norfolk Citizens Advisory Board. All are welcome. This area office serves the following towns and communities: Canton, Dedham, Foxboro, Medfield, Millis,[...]

Boston, MA, April 16th – 17th, 2026, with the Profound Autism Alliance. The Profound Autism Summit conference brings together leaders from the areas of research, medicine, treatment, advocacy, and education to discuss the needs and[...]

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

Acton, MA, Spring & Summer 2026,1:30 – 4:30 p.m. Free museum access and dedicated hours for families that would benefit from a sensory-friendly experience. Open to the public, but lower visitation is expected * For[...]

Webinar, January 14th – June 2026, with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, The Arc of Massachusetts, and the Institute for Community Inclusion. The LifeCourse in Action webinars are presented in English on Zoom with live,[...]

Webinars: Fall 2025 – Spring 2026,  with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, The Arc of Massachusetts, and the Institute for Community Inclusion. Join the new LifeCourse in Action series kick-off webinar, Introducing Charting the LifeCourse[...]

Acton, MA, Spring & Summer 2026,1:30 – 4:30 p.m. Free museum access and dedicated hours for families that would benefit from a sensory-friendly experience. Open to the public, but lower visitation is expected * For[...]

Virtual Meeting, June 9th, 2026, with the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services Newton South Norfolk Citizens Advisory Board. All are welcome. This area office serves the following towns and communities: Canton, Dedham, Foxboro, Medfield, Millis,[...]

Webinar, January 14th – June 2026, with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, The Arc of Massachusetts, and the Institute for Community Inclusion. The LifeCourse in Action webinars are presented in English on Zoom with live,[...]

Webinars: Fall 2025 – Spring 2026,  with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, The Arc of Massachusetts, and the Institute for Community Inclusion. Join the new LifeCourse in Action series kick-off webinar, Introducing Charting the LifeCourse[...]