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Past Events from January 20 – May 19 – Midwest

Sensory-Friendly Saturday at Bell Museum (MN)

Bell Museum 2088 Larpenteur Ave W, St. Paul, MN, United States

This monthly series provides a welcoming and accessible environment for individuals, families, and children who have sensory sensitivities. Experience our Minnesota Journeys gallery, temporary exhibits, the Touch & See Lab, and a brief planetarium show at 8:45 am—all with lowered lighting, quieter sounds, and fewer 

$15

Family Fest Waukee, IA

Lutheran Church of Hope 305 NE Dartmoor Drive, Waukee, IA, United States

Join Waukee Parks & Recreation for the annual FamilyFest on Saturday, January 20, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Lutheran Church of Hope - Waukee (305 NE Dartmoor Drive). This free, family-friendly event will help kiddos burn off some energy! Check out Waukee 

Free

Fi & Friends Parents Night Out

The MidAmerican Energy Company RecPlex 6500 Grand Ave, West Des Moines, IA, United States

Socialize with other Autism parents, enjoy some laughs, eat a delicious catered dinner, and walk away with a fun giveaway! Can’t make it due to childcare needs? No worries, Fi & Friends have you covered! Kids can be dropped off (in the same building) with 

$50

People to People Career Fair at Iowa State University

Iowa State University 2229 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA, United States

The People to People Career Fair offers employers and students a professional environment in which to connect and discuss internships and full-time employment opportunities as well as opportunities with professional schools in the fields of health and law.

Free

DSM Children’s Museum Sensory Friendly Glowtastic Egg Hunt

Des Moines Children's Museum 1551 Valley West Drive #108, West Des Moines, IA, United States

The fourth Friday of each month is our Sensory Friendly play time for children on the autism spectrum or with other sensory sensitivities and their families to connect and explore. This month will be extra special with a continuous glow in the dark egg hunt 

$10

Sensory-Friendly Concert with the Minnesota Orchestra

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

Join the Minnesota Orchestra on Tuesday, March 26th at the Target Atrium for a sensory-friendly 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 program is hosted by Lyndie 

$7

Disability Justice Day at the Capital (St. Paul, MN)

Minnesota State Capitol Rotunda 75 Rev Dr Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard, St Paul, MN, United States

The Disability Advocacy Rally at the Minnesota State Capitol is a time for people with disabilities, their allies, and their supporters to come together and advocate for policy change. There's greater strength in numbers, so please join the Autism Society of Minnesota and their community 

Free

Alice in Wonderland at Children’s Theatre Company

Children's Theatre Company 2400 3rd Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN, United States

Take a tumble down the rabbit hole with Alice and you’ll land in a wonderfully wacky world of rhymes and ridiculousness, checkerboards and cheeky cats, Mad Hatters and mayhem. In this head-spinning show, Alice chases the White Rabbit through the audience, attends the most absurd 

$15 – $67

Fi & Friends Autism Resource Fair (Clive, IA)

Horizon Events Center 2100 NW 100th St, Clive, IA, United States

Join Fi & Friends for their 2nd annual Autism Resource Fair. A safe and inclusive space designed to connect autistic individuals, families, and educators with community resources and support. About Fi & Friends Fi & Friends is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit located headquartered in Des 

Free

29th Annual Minnesota Autism Conference

Marriott Minneapolis Airport Hotel 2020 American Blvd E, Bloomington, MN, United States

This year’s conference will feature keynote speakers Devon Price, Dr. Paula Kluth, and Lydia Dawley, as well as breakout sessions tailored for all audiences including autistics, family members, educators, and professionals. Visit the AuSM Shop, gather information from key autism exhibitors, and spend your conference days networking and learning 

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

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