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Steps for Autism Minnesota

ROC at the St. Louis Park Rec Center 3700 Monterey Drive, St Louis Park, MN, United States

All funds raised through Steps for Autism stay in Minnesota to make a positive local impact within the autism community. Steps for Autism’s resource fair is the primary reason many participants come to this annual event. Individuals, families, businesses, and community groups are encouraged to 

Free

Pool Party at Rosedale Rapids (Facing Autism, Inc.)

Rosedale Rapids Aquatic Center 3230 10th Ave N, Fort Dodge, IA, United States

On June 8th, Facing Autism, Inc. is hosting a private pool party for children with special needs and their families. This event is free for families and will take place at Rosedale Rapids Aquatic Center from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm. Check out Facing Autism, 

Free

Adaptive Sports Iowa Outdoor Rec Day

Easter Lake 3 2830 Easter Lake Dr, Des Moines, IA

Explore the great outdoors! Adaptive Sports Iowa is hosting an Outdoor Rec Day at Easter Lake on June 15th, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Adapted equipment will be available, along with volunteers to assist with transferring as needed. Non-adapted equipment is also available for 

Free

Helping Your Child with ASD Learn to Ride a Bike

Autism Society of Minnesota 2380 Wycliff St. Ste. 102, St Paul, MN

Challenges with body awareness, balance and motor control, and hand-eye coordination can make riding a bike difficult. Learn a number of tips for successful bike riding including purchasing equipment, making bike adjustments, breaking down riding into smaller steps, clothing protection, practice makes perfect pedaling, staying 

$10 – $25

Sensory Friendly Morning at the Iowa State Fair

Iowa State Fair 3000 E Grand Ave,, Des Moines, United States

Sensory-Friendly Morning returns to the Fair for the third year in 2024 and has grown in popularity with special programming modifications, designated educational areas, clear directional signage and trained volunteers throughout the Fairgrounds. Extra consideration has been given to environmental factors at the Fair that 

$12

Make Your Mark! Conference

Gateway Hotel & Conference Center 2100 Green Hills Drive, Ames, IA, United States

2024 Conference Theme: Grow Where You Are Planted The Iowa Developmental Disabilities Council (DD Council) Make Your Mark! Conference is geared toward Iowans with disabilities who want to be more involved in advocacy at a local, state, or federal level. Parents, family members, caregivers, direct 

Sensory Friendly Sunday at the Walker Art Center

Walker Art Center 725 Vineland Place, Minneapolis, MN, United States

Sensory Friendly Sunday is a monthly event is designed for kids, teens, and adults with sensory processing differences, autism spectrum disorder or developmental disabilities. From 8 am to 11 am on the second Sunday of the month, the galleries will be closed to the general 

Sensory Friendly Event – Eagles Nest Indoor Playground

Eagles Nest 400 10th St. NW, New Brighton, MN, United States

Does your child or someone you are close to, have a child that has challenges with traditional playground settings? How about large crowds? New Brighton Parks and Recreation understands that not all children can attend the Eagles Nest during normal business timeframes. That is why 

Fi & Friends Trick-or-Treat & Autism Safety

Blue Compass 1601 48th Street, West Des Moines, IA, United States

Enjoy a sensory & autism-friendly Trick-or-Treat experience! Costumes are encouraged but not required. Event hosted by Fi & Friends!

Free

Fall Sensory-Friendly Concert

Minnesota Orchestra Hall: Target Atrium 1111 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN, United States

An engaging and interactive concert experience in a relaxed environment where all audience members are welcome to be who they are while enjoying music with family and friends. This concert takes place in the Target Atrium, where you can see and hear the instruments up 

$12

Trunk or Treat in Mankato

Kennedy Soccor Field 2600 E Main St, Mankato, MN, United States

We’re excited to announce that the Southern Minnesota Autism Coalition is hosting our Annual Inclusive Trunk or Treat! We’re looking for individuals, businesses, and organizations interested in hosting a trunk for this special event on Friday, October 25th, from 5 PM to 7 PM. This 

Free