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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

Fall Drive-Thru Event

Valley Community Center 4444 Fuller Rd, West Des Moines, IA, United States

Join us on October 20 for a Drive Thru Fall Event in the Valley Community Center Parking Lot in West Des Moines. Designed for those with Autism and other special needs to enjoy from the safety of their vehicles! Free entry to drive thru!  

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

All Aboard Trick ‘r Treat

2330 w 42nd st MPLS, MN 55410 2330 w 42nd St, Minneapolis, MN, United States

A special Halloween hang out for the neurodiverse community and their families and friends. Expect candy, costumes and a street car ride!

$7

Parent Training: Waivers 101 (Virtual)

Zoom Webinar

The Iowa Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Waiver programs provide service funding and individualized support to help your child and family be more successful in the community and home setting. As a parent of a child with special healthcare needs, it's important to be aware 

Free

Sensory Skate at Brenton Skating Plaza

Brenton Skating Plaza 520 Robert D. Ray Dr., Des Moines, IA, United States

Des Moines Parks and Recreation invites individuals with sensory processing challenges to a special ice skating session at Brenton Skating Plaza! This is a great opportunity for families with children on the Autism Spectrum to enjoy a fun-filled winter morning with sensory-friendly accommodations. Admission to 

$5

2025 Autism Advocacy & Acceptance Day on the Hill

Iowa State Capitol 1007 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA, United States

Save the date for the 2025 Autism Advocacy and Acceptance Day on the Hill event at the Iowa State Capitol!

Sensory Friendly Showing of Frozen

Varsity Cinema 1207 25th St, Des Moines, IA, United States

Take your little one to see Disney’s Frozen in an adapted theater environment. This event is free thanks to the support of BWA. Each attendee will receive a small popcorn and medium drink.

Free

Sensory-Friendly Valentine’s Day Dance

Prairie Ridge Church 825 NW 36th St., Ankeny, IA, United States

Get your boogie on at this Sensory-Friendly Valentine’s Dance at Prairie Ridge Church in Ankeny! This event will be adapted to accommodate individuals with a range of sensory-challenges with low lighting and sounds as well as sensory spaces for decompression. Admission is $10/guest or $40 

$10

Autism Advocacy Day at the Iowa Wild

Wells Fargo Arena 833 5th Avenue, Des Moines, IA, United States

Show up and show out for the Iowa Wild at this adapted game! Tickets are $20/person with $5 from each ticket sale going directly to The Autism Society of Iowa and TravelingWiki Foundation. This event will have sensory-spaces available to accommodate guests of all abilities! 

$20