Special Olympics & Other Disability Sport Events

Bridgewater, MA, Information Sessions, throughout 2025, with the EXCEL 2025/2026 program at Bridgewater State University. The EXCEL Program at Bridgewater State University is a fully-inclusive postsecondary program for individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. Interested[...]

Wakefield, MA, May 6th – August 12th, 2025, with Communitas in Wakefield, MA. For ages 22+  with all disabilities. These music therapy groups led by Roman Music Therapy are a unique musical place for music[...]

On line, Spring & Summer 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. *[...]

Haverhill, MA, May – July, 2025. For ages 8+ with disabilities. Please come with a waterbottle and glove, wear sneakers. They are looking for committed, patient, enthusiastic people willing to volunteer as coaches, assistant coaches[...]

Mendon, MA, April 23rd – July 9th,.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[...]

Burlington, MA, April 26rd – July 12th, 2025. 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[...]

Dorchester, MA, April 26rd – July 12th,.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[...]

Webinar Series, May 29th – July 1st, 2025, with the Boston Center for Independent Living. A 5-week workshop series that empowers people with disabilities to learn the tools and develop the skills to achieve healthier[...]

Braintree, MA, June 1st – October 19th, 2025, with Adaptive Sports New England. Join the New England Wheelchair Football Team, one of the newest members of the USA Wheelchair Football League. * The USA Wheelchair[...]

Cambridge, MA, June 8th – July 13th, 2025, with Love Serving Autism. For ages 5 – 10 and 11- 18. Love Serving Autism’s mission is to expand life skills, especially functional communication, through multidisciplinary specialized[...]

West Roxbury, MA, through August 9th, 2025, with Adaptive Sports New England. Adaptive Sports New England’s track program is held on a weekly basis with experienced coaches who can aid athletes in improving their racing[...]

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[...]

Charlestown & Salem, MA, May 19th – June 23rd, 2025, with Spaulding Hospital Adaptive Sports.  Come practice your tennis game, or try the growing sport of pickleball. * This adaptive tennis and pickleball program will[...]

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,[...]

Wakefield, MA, June 18th – July 16th, with Communitas in Wakefield, MA. For ages 16 through adult. Grab your apron and Communitas in the kitchen. * Learning about cooking and preparing a meal. * Learn[...]

Haverhill, MA, June 18th  – August 13th, 2025. Unified candlepin bowling program for ages 8 to 17. 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[...]

Virtual Program with The Center for Autism Research and Education at UMass Lowell.  Enrolling now for Fall 2025. UMass Lowell Center for Autism Research and Education (CARE) is recruiting for“Horizons” (for high schoolers) and “Horizons[...]

Brookline, MA, June 26th – August 14th, 2025, with the Brookline MA Recreation Department.  Get ready to roll into summer with Brookline Recreation Special Olympics.  Their summer Bocce session is for athletes of all skill[...]

Brookline, MA, June 26th – August 14th, 2025, with the Brookline MA Recreation Department.  Dust off that old glove, grab a pair of sunglasses, and join in onr an American tradition, Softball. They have spots[...]

Lawrence, MA, June 21st – August 3, 2025. asketball skills center that will focus on the foundations of basketball for people with and without intellectual disabilities aged 13+, no prior experience is required. To register[...]

Lawrence, MA, June 29th – August 3rd, 2025. Young Athletes Level 1 Class. Special Olympics Massachusetts Level 1 Young Athletes is an inclusive sport and play program for children with and without intellectual disabilities (ID), ages[...]

Webinars, every Tuesday through 2025, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. Free. The Federation’s Transition team is working with Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission to tell you about an innovative pilot project, NextGen[...]

Virtual Program, July 2nd – August 6th, 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.[...]

In person and online with UMass Lowell, usually the first and second Wednesday of each month throughout 2025. A social networking program for adolescents and young adults on the autism spectrum. Offering both in person[...]

Lexington, MA, July 7 – 18th, 2025, with the Lexington Recreation Department. During the program participants will create meaningful relationships, learn new skills, participate in leadership opportunities, and gain hands-on experience in a summer camp setting.[...]

South End, Boston, MA, July 7th – August 4th, 2025.  Unified Young Athletes program focusing on soccer skills, run in partnership with Soccer Unity Project. * Program is for athletes and unified partners ages 5-12[...]

Boston, MA, July 7th – August 4th, 2025. Unified Young Athletes program focusing on soccer skills, run In partnership with Soccer Unity Project, Program is for athletes and unified partners ages 5-12 and will occur[...]

Virtual Program, Summer 2025, with the Association for Autism & Neurodiversity in Watertown, MA. For adults of color (21+) exploring neurodiversity later in life—whether through ADHD, autism, dyslexia, or other learning differences (diagnosed or self-recognized). * Join[...]

Online, Summer 2025, with the Associaton for Autism and Neurodiversity in Watertown, MA. The AANE is offering a 8-week virtual group for trans, non-binary, and gender expansive Autistic or Neurodivergent teens aged 14-19. * This group[...]

Northampton, MA, July 8 – August 23rd, 2025, with Whole Children / Milestones. For ages 6 – 12 and 13+ to adult with special needs. For everyone with an interest in exploring the visual arts[...]

Northampton, MA, July 8th – August 23rd, 2025, with Whole Children / Milestones of Western MA. For ages 18+ with special needs. Boundaries and Relationships class provides students with the building blocks of creating relationships of[...]

Northampton, MA, July 8 – August 23rd, with Whole Children. For ages 16+ with special needs. Come cook something up with your friends. * Students work on practical cooking skills while finding new foods to[...]

Northampton, MA, July 8 – August 23rd, 2025, with Whole Children / Milestones. In person, for ages 13 to Adult 12 with special needs. * In Indonesian Kung-Fu, or “Silat,” students learn both physical and[...]

Northhampton, MA, July 8 – August 22rd, 2025, with Whole Children Milestones. For ages 6 – 12 with special needs. In Indonesian Kung-Fu, or “Silat”, students learn both physical and verbal self-defense and martial arts[...]

Malden or Chestnut Hill locations TBA, July 13th, 2025, with Adaptive Climbing Group in Somerville. Eplore some incredible accessible climbing minutes from Boston. * Waitts Mt: This crag is located in a public park in the[...]

West Newton, MA, July 14th – August 11th, 2025. Dance program for athletes ages 7 to 9. Program will be held on Mondays from 2pm to 3pm, starting July 14th thru August 11th * For more[...]

Virtual Program, Summer 2025, with the Association for Autism & Neurodiversity in Watertown, MA. For adults of color (21+) exploring neurodiversity later in life—whether through ADHD, autism, dyslexia, or other learning differences (diagnosed or self-recognized). * Join[...]

Boston, MA, July 15th – August 19th, 2025. Introductory level tee-ball/softball multi week training series powered by the Yawkey Foundation. The program is intended for athletes ages 8 to 15 and will be held in[...]

Weston, MA, July 19th, 2025, with Bay State Games. Registration Deadline: July 2nd. Eligibility: Athletes must meet at least one of the criteria below: A full time resident of Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island[...]

Boston, MA, July 19th  2025 with Easterseals Massachusetts. This free group is open to join at anytime throughout the year. The Youth Leadership Network is open to any youth with a disability 14 to 26. There[...]

Roxbury, MA, July 19th, 2025.  This Jamboree is hosted by Soccer Unity Project and open to all youth ages 6-12 years old. The event will be held from 11 am to 1 pm on Saturday,[...]

Cambridge, MA, July 20th – August 24th, 2025, with Love Serving Autism. For ages 5 – 10 and 11- 18. Love Serving Autism’s mission is to expand life skills, especially functional communication, through multidisciplinary specialized[...]

Virtual Program, Summer 2025, with the Association for Autism & Neurodiversity in Watertown, MA. For adults of color (21+) exploring neurodiversity later in life—whether through ADHD, autism, dyslexia, or other learning differences (diagnosed or self-recognized). * Join[...]

Virtual Events, every fourth Tuesday, 3:30 pm, with the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health. The Massachusetts DMH (Department of Mental Health) SWAC (Statewide Young Adult Council) is a monthly virtual gathering hosted by youth for[...]

Canton, MA, July 23rd – September 3rd, 2025. Golf skills program for athletes 15 years and older. No prior golf experience required. * Program will occur at  in Canton on Wednesday evenings, from 7pm to[...]

Webinar, July 24th, 2025, with the Special Needs Advocacy Network (SPAN) of Massachusetts. Free. SPAN’s mission is to provide advocacy, education, and other actions that empower all families, professionals including advocates, and others with an[...]

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[...]

Webinar, July 25th, 2025, with PPal of Massachusetts. PPAL’s workshop series “Moving to Young Adult Life: A Guide for Parents Transition Planning and Post Secondary Options”  are meant only for parents/caregivers/family members/family partners of children[...]

Worcester, MA, July 26th, 2025, with Easterseals Massachusetts. This free group is open to join at anytime throughout the year. The Youth Leadership Network is open to any youth with a disability 14 to 26. There[...]

Monthly Webinars, throughout 2025, with Autism Housing Pathways in Massachusetts. The Autism Housing Pathways’s Family Action Meetups (FAMS) are monthly opportunities for families to get together, learn about two housing models per month, and chat[...]

Virtual Program, Summer 2025, with the Association for Autism & Neurodiversity in Watertown, MA. For adults of color (21+) exploring neurodiversity later in life—whether through ADHD, autism, dyslexia, or other learning differences (diagnosed or self-recognized). * Join[...]

Application Deadline: July 31th, 2025 at 9pm EST, with Partners for Youth with Disabilities Services in Boston. The goal of the Dinah F. B. Cohen Fellowship Program is to provide college students and recent graduates with[...]

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[...]

Virtual Program, Summer 2025, with the Association for Autism & Neurodiversity in Watertown, MA. For adults of color (21+) exploring neurodiversity later in life—whether through ADHD, autism, dyslexia, or other learning differences (diagnosed or self-recognized). * Join[...]

Webinar, August 8th, 2025, with the Special Needs Advocacy Network of MA. A comprehensive overview of conducting transition and vocational evaluations for incarcerated youth and adults with disabilities, with a particular emphasis on individuals with[...]

Bridgewater, MA, August 18th – 22nd, 2025, with Easterseals MA and the Bridge Center. The Equestrian Center offers an inclusive atmosphere for traditional English and Western riding lessons to beginner and experienced equestrians alike, as[...]

Monthly Webinars, throughout 2025, with Autism Housing Pathways in Massachusetts. The Autism Housing Pathways’s Family Action Meetups (FAMS) are monthly opportunities for families to get together, learn about two housing models per month, and chat[...]

Bridgewater, MA, August 18th – 22nd, 2025, with Easterseals MA and the Bridge Center. The Equestrian Center offers an inclusive atmosphere for traditional English and Western riding lessons to beginner and experienced equestrians alike, as[...]

Virtual Events, every fourth Tuesday, 3:30 pm, with the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health. The Massachusetts DMH (Department of Mental Health) SWAC (Statewide Young Adult Council) is a monthly virtual gathering hosted by youth for[...]

Virtual Program, September 8th – October 27th, 2025, Association for Autism and Neurodiversity in Watertown, MA.  ANE is offering an 8-week virtual group for Autistic and Neurodivergent teens aged 17-19. This group is designed to[...]

Webinar, meetings throughout 2025, with the Massachusetts Alliance for 21st Century Disability Policy (MA21). Join the conversation about Massachusetts Alliance for 21st Century Disability Policy (MA21) advocacy for changes to MA DDS Self-Directed Services to[...]

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

Monthly Webinars, throughout 2025, with Autism Housing Pathways in Massachusetts. The Autism Housing Pathways’s Family Action Meetups (FAMS) are monthly opportunities for families to get together, learn about two housing models per month, and chat[...]

Virtual Events, every fourth Tuesday, 3:30 pm, with the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health. The Massachusetts DMH (Department of Mental Health) SWAC (Statewide Young Adult Council) is a monthly virtual gathering hosted by youth for[...]

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[...]

Virtual Series, October 15th – November 19th, 2025, 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[...]

Webinar, June 16th, 2025, with the Association for Autism & Neurodiversity in Watertown, MA. A presentation and discussion for Autistic adults to come and explore their understanding of autism through a neurological lens. * Discuss[...]

Monthly Webinars, throughout 2025, with Autism Housing Pathways in Massachusetts. The Autism Housing Pathways’s Family Action Meetups (FAMS) are monthly opportunities for families to get together, learn about two housing models per month, and chat[...]

Virtual Events, every fourth Tuesday, 3:30 pm, with the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health. The Massachusetts DMH (Department of Mental Health) SWAC (Statewide Young Adult Council) is a monthly virtual gathering hosted by youth for[...]

Monthly Webinars, throughout 2025, with Autism Housing Pathways in Massachusetts. The Autism Housing Pathways’s Family Action Meetups (FAMS) are monthly opportunities for families to get together, learn about two housing models per month, and chat[...]

Virtual Events, every fourth Tuesday, 3:30 pm, with the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health. The Massachusetts DMH (Department of Mental Health) SWAC (Statewide Young Adult Council) is a monthly virtual gathering hosted by youth for[...]

Webinar, meetings throughout 2025, with the Massachusetts Alliance for 21st Century Disability Policy (MA21). Join the conversation about Massachusetts Alliance for 21st Century Disability Policy (MA21) advocacy for changes to MA DDS Self-Directed Services to[...]

Acton, MA, December 6th, 2025, 5 – 8 pm. A special free evening for visitors 18 years and older with developmental disabilities, including having autism or Downs Syndrome, and their families or caregivers. * Enjoy[...]

Monthly Webinars, throughout 2025, with Autism Housing Pathways in Massachusetts. The Autism Housing Pathways’s Family Action Meetups (FAMS) are monthly opportunities for families to get together, learn about two housing models per month, and chat[...]

Virtual Events, every fourth Tuesday, 3:30 pm, with the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health. The Massachusetts DMH (Department of Mental Health) SWAC (Statewide Young Adult Council) is a monthly virtual gathering hosted by youth for[...]

Monthly Webinars, throughout 2025, with Autism Housing Pathways in Massachusetts. The Autism Housing Pathways’s Family Action Meetups (FAMS) are monthly opportunities for families to get together, learn about two housing models per month, and chat[...]

Virtual Events, every fourth Tuesday, 3:30 pm, with the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health. The Massachusetts DMH (Department of Mental Health) SWAC (Statewide Young Adult Council) is a monthly virtual gathering hosted by youth for[...]