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Sensory Friendly Viewing of “The Sheep Detectives”
Manchester, NH, May 12th, 2026. Chunky’s presents Lights Up, Sound Down Sensory-Friendly Showings. These events are screenings of newly released movies for children with autism or other special needs.* Chunky’s will keep the theater lights...
Autism Welcoming℠ Teddy Bear Picnic
Natick, MA, May 16th, 2026, 8:30 – 10:30 a.m., at the Autism Welcoming Center located in the Natick Mall. A sensory-friendly experience featuring two Autism Welcoming℠ Certified businesses. The event will begin at JamTime, an...
Sensory-Friendly Open Barnyard in Hingham
Hingham, MA, May 16th, 2026, Weir River Farm. This program offers a dedicated hour with a reduced number of guests and quieter sensory friendly environment. Any family that would benefit from a limited capacity visit...
Sensory Friendly “Big Screen TV: Toy Story 3”
Natick, MA, May 22nd, 2026, 5:30 – 7 p.m., at the Autism Welcoming Center located in the Natick Mall. For ages 21 and under. In anticipation of the release of Toy Story 5, Autism Alliance is...
Springtime Sensory Stations
Natick, MA, May 30th, 2026, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., at the Autism Welcoming Center located in the Natick Mall. Participants are invited to explore a variety of hands-on, spring-themed sensory activities designed to spark...
Wings for Autism®
Boston Logan Airport, May 30th, 2026, with the Charles River Center of Needham. Free. A program specifically designed to support families of children with autism, creating a travel test run to help ease the stress...
Sensory-Friendly Open Barnyard in Hingham
Hingham, MA, May 30th, 2026, Weir River Farm. This program offers a dedicated hour with a reduced number of guests and quieter sensory friendly environment. Any family that would benefit from a limited capacity visit...
DreamNight for Families of Children with Special Needs, Disabilities, or Complex Health Issues
New Bedford, MA, June 5th, 2026, with the Buttonwood Zoo. Free however this is an invitation only event for families with disabilities. Families with disabilities are invited to join Buttonwood Park Zoo’s DreamNight. This year’s...
Sensory-Friendly Touch-a-Truck: Holyoke
Holyoke, MA, June 13th, 2026, with Jericho. Get up close with a variety of trucks and vehicles and enjoy a hands-on experience for all ages. This free, sensory-friendly event is designed to be welcoming and...
Sensory-Friendly “Toy Story 5” Movie
Littleton, MA, Epping, NH, Londonderry, NH, June 27th, 2026, with O’Neil Cinemas. For families affected by Autism or other disabilities. See a movie on the big screen with no loud noises and higher house lights...
Sensory-Friendly “Minions 3” Movie
Littleton, MA, Epping, NH, Londonderry, NH, July 11th, 2026, with O’Neil Cinemas. For families affected by Autism or other disabilities. See a movie on the big screen with no loud noises and higher house lights...