Autism Awareness
Relaxed Performance – Spongebob the Musical Youth Edition
Children’s Performance Arts 6101 Scandia Trail, Forest Lake, MN, United StatesFor every mainstage show in their season, Children’s Performing Arts hosts a relaxed performance. This allows patrons with sensory, social, physical, and cognitive needs to attend a production in a safe and welcoming environment. Modifications to this performance include lights remaining dim in the audience, …
Sensory Friendly Sunday at the Walker Art Center
Walker Art Center 725 Vineland Place, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesSensory 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 …
Fi & Friends Trick-or-Treat & Autism Safety
Blue Compass 1601 48th Street, West Des Moines, IA, United StatesEnjoy a sensory & autism-friendly Trick-or-Treat experience! Costumes are encouraged but not required. Event hosted by Fi & Friends!
Fall Sensory-Friendly Concert
Minnesota Orchestra Hall: Target Atrium 1111 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesAn 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 …
Trunk or Treat in Mankato
Kennedy Soccor Field 2600 E Main St, Mankato, MN, United StatesWe’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 …
All Aboard Trick ‘r Treat
2330 w 42nd st MPLS, MN 55410 2330 w 42nd St, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesA special Halloween hang out for the neurodiverse community and their families and friends. Expect candy, costumes and a street car ride!
Parent Training: Waivers 101 (Virtual)
Zoom WebinarThe 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 …
Sensory Skate at Brenton Skating Plaza
Brenton Skating Plaza 520 Robert D. Ray Dr., Des Moines, IA, United StatesDes 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 …
Sensory Friendly Showing of Frozen
Varsity Cinema 1207 25th St, Des Moines, IA, United StatesTake 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.
Autism Advocacy Day at the Iowa Wild
Wells Fargo Arena 833 5th Avenue, Des Moines, IA, United StatesShow 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! …