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Jul 6
-Aug 17

Autism Welcoming Drop In Groups for All Ages: Natick Mall

Natick Mall, MA, Mondays, July 6th – August 17th, 2026 ,with the Autism Alliance in Metrowest. Open 10:00 am – 5:00 pm – Autism Welcoming Center, Natick Mall, 2nd Floor. A drop-in, parent-supervised program for autistic children, teens,...

Jul 24
-Feb 11

Sensory Friendly Hours at the Sunderland Public Library

Sunderland, MA, Thursdays, 2026. The library is open to everyone during their  Sensory Friendly Hours and features a modified, more accessible environment. Everyone is Welcome – all patrons are welcome to visit the library during...

Jul 25
-Aug 22

Family Sensory-Friendly Song & Movement: Salem

Salem Public Library, Salem MA, Summer 2026. Bi Weekly, through May 30th. For ages 3-8 with siblings and caregiver(s). An adaptive sensory-friendly song and movement program for children to share with their caregiver/family. * This...

Aug 18

Inclusive Family Fun Day Carnival: Holyoke

Holyoke, MA, August 15th, 2026, with Jericho. For people with disabilities of all ages, their families, caregivers, friends, and anyone looking for an inclusive, accessible community event.The whole family may enjoy• Exciting games• Fun prizes...

Aug 28

Special Needs Family Day at the Cummington Fair / Western MA

Cummington, MA, August 28, 2026, with Families Like Ours. Cummington Fairgrounds – 97 Fairgrounds Rd, Cummington, MA. 3:00–5:00 PM. Join Families Like Ours for a private, sensory-friendly afternoon at the fair.* This special time is...

Aug 28

Sensory-Friendly Mornings at Revolutionary Spaces: Boston

Boston, MA, August 28th, 2026, with Revolutionary Spaces in Boston. Free for all visitors ages 18 and under. Revolutionary Spaces’ Sensory-Friendly Mornings at the Old State House offers special early open hours designed for visitors...

Aug 29

Accessible Adventures: A Fun Day at Deer Island

August 29th, 2026, 12 – 3 p.m., with the Winthrop Commission on Disabilities, MWRA, Mass Advocates Standing Strong, Access 2 Community and Friendship, WINARC, and Division of Marine Fisheries. Free. Join in on going to...

Sep 5
-Feb 7

Sensory Storytime at the Waltham Public Library

Waltham, MA, the first Saturday of each month. Join in on sensory-friendly songs, stories, and playtime in this accessible storytime. This storytime is designed for children with sensory sensitivities, neurodiverse children, or those who do better in...

Sep 12

Sensory Friendly Comics & Pop Culture Convention

Weston, MA, September 12, 2026. Calmer Con is specifically designed to meet the needs of those with sensory processing challenges, autism, and anxiety concerns while providing an authentic comics and pop culture convention experience.* Calmer...

Oct 5

Sensory Day at the Topsfield Fair

Topsfield, MA, October 6th, 2026. An opportunity for a more sensory sensitive experience to the Topsfield Fair for families who have family members with autism or sensory processing disorders.* Vendors will have no flashing lights,...