Events for November 29 - January 9, 2025

Event Series Saturday Fun/Respite Day

Saturday Fun/Respite Day

Laura Baker Services Association 211 Oak Street, Northfield, MN

TIME FOR RESPITE AND SOCIAL INTERACTION A monthly program for families who care for individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. Adults and children ages 5 and above with special needs who live at home with their families are welcome to join LBSA on the second Saturday of the month for crafts, games, outdoor activities, and […]

$20

Sensory Friendly Sunday at the Walker Art Center

Walker Art Center Minneapolis, Minnesota

Sensory 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 public, and sound and light levels will be adjusted, allowing […]

Matty’s Puzzle Pack Hangouts

Matty’s Puzzle Pack Hangouts are personal gatherings where both the individual with special needs AND the caregiver can connect, meet friends, share struggles, celebrate milestones and be surrounded by love. March11th's Hangout is a fun night being held at Redeemer Lutheran Church (61 Mississippi Street Northeast, Fridley, MN, 55432). We'll have several stations set up […]

MNprov Mixer – 90 minutes of improv games, fun, and new friends for neurodivergent adults 18+

Highland Park Community Center 1978 Ford Pkwy, St Paul, MN

The MNprov MIXERS are a safe place for neurodivergent adults to have fun, meet new people, increase confidence and decrease stress. No experience is necessary. This event is free. Improv is inherently inclusive. All members are necessary for the success of the scene, and everyone’s offers are incorporated into the scene. The improv rule of […]

“The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time” by Lakeshore Players at Hanifl Performing Arts Center

Hanifl Performing Arts Center 4941 Long Ave, White Bear Lake, MN

MARCH 8-17, 2024 Adapted by Simon Stephens, based on the novel by Mark Haddon Fifteen-year-old Christopher has an extraordinary brain; he is exceptionally intelligent but ill-equipped to interpret everyday life. When he falls under suspicion for killing his neighbor’s dog, he sets out to identify the true culprit, which leads to an earth-shattering discovery and […]

Sensory Friendly Saturday, Bell Museum

Bell Museum St. Paul, Minnesota

Sensory Friendly Visits The quietest time to visit the museum is late afternoon, when we have fewer visitors and our space is generally uncrowded. Be sure to check out the items you can borrow at the museum below! Sensory friendly resources Visitors are welcome to check out additional resources like our quiet spaces. You can […]

$15

The Most Spectacularly Lamentable Trial of Miz Martha Washington at Mixed Blood Theatre

Mixed Blood Theatre 1501 S. Fourth St., MPLS, MN

ll tickets are no cost. Donations welcome. To reserve your ticket and make any access requests email boxoffice@mixedblood.com or call 612-451-4466 and leave a message. Box office: 612-338-6131. English-language captioning -- provided at every performance. Assisted Listening -- available at every performance (please reserve in advance). Sensory Friendly/Relaxed -- March 16. Written by James Ijames, Directed […]

A SPECIAL VISIT WITH CARING BUNNY

Southdale Center Edina, Minnesota

Bunny Photo Experience Caring Bunny® is a special, sensory-friendly experience - exclusively for children with special needs and their families. Sunday, March 17th from 9:00 am - 10:30 am Reservations are required for this private event. To reserve your spot, click the "Reserve your visit here!" link below or visit simon.com/caringbunny. The Bunny will be located […]

Understanding Autism Documentary Screening

The Main Theater 115 Southeast Main Street, Minneapolis, MN

This new documentary by Scott Steindorff spotlights the perspective of autistic people themselves. In this insightful look at the complexity and variation of autistic people and their experiences, Mr. Steindorff interviews autistic children and adults, as well as researchers and professionals in the autism community, while he shares his own journey with autism. The film […]

$10 – $12

Understanding Autism Documentary Screening

The Main Theater 115 Southeast Main Street, Minneapolis, MN

This new documentary by Scott Steindorff spotlights the perspective of autistic people themselves. In this insightful look at the complexity and variation of autistic people and their experiences, Mr. Steindorff interviews autistic children and adults, as well as researchers and professionals in the autism community, while he shares his own journey with autism. The film […]

$10 – $12

Speed Friending for Teens with MNeurodivergent

Lionsgate Academy Shoreview 599 Cardigan Rd., Shoreview, MN

AuSM is partnering with MNeurodivergent to host a speed friending event. Based on the concept of speed dating, you’ll get the chance to meet tons of new people in a quick and structured way. We’ll break up into groups: each group will sit on one side of a table and be paired with another group to talk […]

$10 – $25

MNprov Mixer – 90 minutes of improv games, fun, and new friends for neurodivergent adults 18+

Highland Park Community Center 1978 Ford Pkwy, St Paul, MN

The MNprov MIXERS are a safe place for neurodivergent adults to have fun, meet new people, increase confidence and decrease stress. No experience is necessary. This event is free. Improv is inherently inclusive. All members are necessary for the success of the scene, and everyone’s offers are incorporated into the scene. The improv rule of […]

See Me Neurodiverse support meeting

See Me Neurodiverse 6000 McColl Drive, Savage, MN

This is a support meeting for the parents and caregivers of the neurodiverse to share our journeys together and help spread our wealth of resources to the community! See Me’s main event that we host is a Family/Caregiver Support Meeting. We meet for an in-person support group on the first Thursday and the third Wednesday […]

“Young Dance: Build-Your-Own Miniature Golf Gala” fund-raiser at Monster Lake Brewing, St. Paul

Monster Lake Brewing 550 Vandalia St. #160, St Paul, MN

Schedule and Tickets Learn more about Young Dance at https://youngdance.org. If you have any questions or accessibility needs, please reach out to info@youngdance.org or call 612-423-3064. info@youngdance.org Buy Tickets Join Young Dance in building and playing miniature golf at Lake Monster Brewing in St. Paul. This whimsical celebration of creativity shares the company's passion for […]

Spring Sensory-Friendly Concert with the Minnesota Orchestra

Minnesota Orchestra Minneapolis, Minnesota

Join the Minnesota Orchestra for 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 at Orchestra Hall, where patrons can see and hear the instruments up close and […]

MNprov Mixer – 90 minutes of improv games, fun, and new friends for neurodivergent adults 18+

Highland Park Community Center 1978 Ford Pkwy, St Paul, MN

The MNprov MIXERS are a safe place for neurodivergent adults to have fun, meet new people, increase confidence and decrease stress. No experience is necessary. This event is free. Improv is inherently inclusive. All members are necessary for the success of the scene, and everyone’s offers are incorporated into the scene. The improv rule of […]

Alice in Wonderland at Children’s Theatre Company

Children's Theatre

Tickets: $15-$67. Ticket Office: 612-874-0400 or tickets@childrenstheatre.org. For more information about this sensory-friendly performance, go to https://childrenstheatre.org/plan-your-visit/accessibility/sensory-friendly-programming/. Story by Lewis Carroll; Adapted for the stage by Sharon Holland; Music by Victor Zupanc; Directed by Peter C. Brosius Take a tumble down the rabbit hole with Alice and you’ll land in a wonderfully wacky world of […]

Sensory Friendly Easter Egg Hunt

This free, indoor event is aimed at providing an opportunity for kids with Autism Spectrum Disorder an opportunity to participate in an egg hunt with their peers in a sensory friendly zone. Location: Apple Valley Municipal Center Pre-registration required by March 22. Pam Walter, Crime Prevention Specialist Apple Valley Police Department 7100 147th Street West […]

Babble Lab – sensory friendly

Children's Theatre

CARGILL STAGE Strap on your safety goggles and clean out your ears as a concoction of sneaky, sprightly L E T T E R S takes over a weird and wondrous science lab in this one-of-a-kind, gee-gaw-filled explosion of language. https://my.childrenstheatre.org/13485/14027    

Roommate Social

St Louis Park Rec Center

Come meet Reach for Resources Housing Manager, Abi, and participate in a social hour where prospective roommates can meet each other and connect on possible living situations.

MNprov Mixer – 90 minutes of improv games, fun, and new friends for neurodivergent adults 18+

Highland Park Community Center 1978 Ford Pkwy, St Paul, MN

The MNprov MIXERS are a safe place for neurodivergent adults to have fun, meet new people, increase confidence and decrease stress. No experience is necessary. This event is free. Improv is inherently inclusive. All members are necessary for the success of the scene, and everyone’s offers are incorporated into the scene. The improv rule of […]

See Me Neurodiverse support meeting

See Me Neurodiverse 6000 McColl Drive, Savage, MN

This is a support meeting for the parents and caregivers of the neurodiverse to share our journeys together and help spread our wealth of resources to the community! These meetings provide a safe space for parents/guardians/anyone who needs additional support while caring for neurodiverse children. Our mission for this support group is to connect, share, […]

“Relaxed Family Concert: Here, There, Everywhere” at Orchestra Hall

Join the Minnesota Orchestra as it flies around the world through music by composers from many different corners of the Earth. Starting at home in the United States, you will hear movements from James Price Johnson’s atmospheric Harlem Symphony. Then head to the Andes mountains in Peru with Gabriela Lena Frank’s Leyendas: An Andean Walkabout. And […]

The PLAY Project Autism Intervention Intensive Workshop Online

Virtual Event

3-week asynchronous online workshop | opens April 10th, closes May 1st | 2 Zoom Q&A live sessions - live session #1 April 18th 12pm-1pm EST - live session #2 April 25th 12pm-1pm EST Learn to effectively and playfully engage young children with autism by taking The PLAY Intensive Workshop Online, a professionally designed course that […]

$395

MNprov Mixer – 90 minutes of improv games, fun, and new friends for neurodivergent adults 18+

Highland Park Community Center 1978 Ford Pkwy, St Paul, MN

The MNprov MIXERS are a safe place for neurodivergent adults to have fun, meet new people, increase confidence and decrease stress. No experience is necessary. This event is free. Improv is inherently inclusive. All members are necessary for the success of the scene, and everyone’s offers are incorporated into the scene. The improv rule of […]

Event Series Saturday Fun/Respite Day

Saturday Fun/Respite Day

Laura Baker Services Association 211 Oak Street, Northfield, MN

TIME FOR RESPITE AND SOCIAL INTERACTION A monthly program for families who care for individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. Adults and children ages 5 and above with special needs who live at home with their families are welcome to join LBSA on the second Saturday of the month for crafts, games, outdoor activities, and […]

$20
Event Series Respite Saturday Fun Day

Respite Saturday Fun Day

Laura Baker Services Association 211 Oak Street, Northfield, MN

Unwind and reset while your loved one enjoys Saturday Fun at Laura Baker Services Association at 1 p.m! This inclusive, four-hour event is catered to individuals ages five and older with intellectual or developmental disabilities. A $20 ticket will include snacks, activities, games and music while socializing and building new connections! Cost is $20. Fee […]

$20

Sensory Friendly Sunday at the Walker Art Center

Walker Art Center Minneapolis, Minnesota

Sensory 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 public, and sound and light levels will be adjusted, allowing […]

St. Paul Saints Sensory-Friendly Game

CHS Field 360 Broadway St, St Paul, MN

In collaboration with Fraser, the Securian Financial Club will be used to create a sensory-friendly space during the game and will be exclusive to folks who purchase this special ticket package. Fraser will be on site to provide assistance and education on sensory-friendly needs. Please keep in mind that while these accommodations will be helpful; […]

Minnesota State Autism Conference

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

The Autism Society of Minnesota (AuSM) has curated a wide-ranging slate of autism experts and self-advocates as presenters for its Minnesota State Autism Conference, returning April 17-19, 2024. In addition to keynotes, AuSM’s conference will also feature breakout sessions geared toward autistics, caregivers, educators, advocates, service providers, and support professionals. Between sessions, attendees have access […]

MNprov Mixer – 90 minutes of improv games, fun, and new friends for neurodivergent adults 18+

Highland Park Community Center 1978 Ford Pkwy, St Paul, MN

The MNprov MIXERS are a safe place for neurodivergent adults to have fun, meet new people, increase confidence and decrease stress. No experience is necessary. This event is free. Improv is inherently inclusive. All members are necessary for the success of the scene, and everyone’s offers are incorporated into the scene. The improv rule of […]

See Me Neurodiverse support meeting

See Me Neurodiverse 6000 McColl Drive, Savage, MN

This is a support meeting for the parents and caregivers of the neurodiverse to share our journeys together and help spread our wealth of resources to the community! See Me’s main event that we host is a Family/Caregiver Support Meeting. We meet for an in-person support group on the first Thursday and the third Wednesday […]

Sensory Friendly Saturday, Bell Museum

Bell Museum St. Paul, Minnesota

Sensory Friendly Visits The quietest time to visit the museum is late afternoon, when we have fewer visitors and our space is generally uncrowded. Be sure to check out the items you can borrow at the museum below! Sensory friendly resources Visitors are welcome to check out additional resources like our quiet spaces. You can […]

$15

Sensory Friendly Open House, Minnetonka Fire Station #1

Minnetonka Fire Station #1 14550 Minnetonka Blvd, Minnetonka, MN

Minnetonka Fire offers a free sensory friendly open house every spring for those families with a member(s) with Austism or another sensory disorder. We turn down the lights and sirens for this event and aim to offer an atmosphere that is quieter than our fall open house. We offer free cookies to all who attend […]

The Lion King

Orpheum Theatre

Hennepin Theatre Trust is proud to offer a sensory-friendly performance of Disney's The Lion King. This performance is specifically designed for individuals with sensory differences, cognitive or developmental disabilities, and those who benefit from a relaxed theater environment along with their families and caregivers. With the partnership of Fraser, the show will be performed in […]

Neurodiversity Day at the Roundhouse

Minnesota Transportation Museum 193 Pennsylvania Ave, St Paul, MN

The Minnesota Transportation Museum and the Multicultural Autism Action Network invite neurodiverse people of all ages and expressions to neurodiversity day at the Roundhouse. Explore Minnesota Rail History in a friendly community with a quieter and more sensory friendly environment. Free parking, craft activities, short train ride, shop tour, model train layouts, Pullman Porter exhibit, […]

MNprov Mixer – 90 minutes of improv games, fun, and new friends for neurodivergent adults 18+

Highland Park Community Center 1978 Ford Pkwy, St Paul, MN

The MNprov MIXERS are a safe place for neurodivergent adults to have fun, meet new people, increase confidence and decrease stress. No experience is necessary. This event is free. Improv is inherently inclusive. All members are necessary for the success of the scene, and everyone’s offers are incorporated into the scene. The improv rule of […]

Autism Acceptance Event, Galaxie Library in Apple Valley

Galaxie Library - 14955 Galaxie Av. April 26, 2024 - 10:00 am - 11:30 am Visit with Apple Valley Officers Color your own Apple Valley Police Patch, Autism infinity symbol or puzzle piece. Tour a squad car Check out a library book display on acceptance Sensory objects will be available Join us for a morning […]

“Disney’s Finding Nemo JR.” by Duluth Playhouse Youth Theatre at the NorShor Theatre

Duluth Playhouse - NorShor Theater 211 E. Superior St., Duluth, MN

Based on the 2003 Disney / Pixar film; Music & Lyrics by Kristen Anderson-Lopez & Robert Lopez; Book Adapted by Lindsay Anderson; Music & Orchestrations Adapted & Arranged by Myrna Conn Disney’s Finding Nemo JR. is a one-act musical adaptation of the beloved Pixar movie Finding Nemo, with brand new music written by the songwriting team from Frozen. […]

MNprov Mixer – 90 minutes of improv games, fun, and new friends for neurodivergent adults 18+

Highland Park Community Center 1978 Ford Pkwy, St Paul, MN

The MNprov MIXERS are a safe place for neurodivergent adults to have fun, meet new people, increase confidence and decrease stress. No experience is necessary. This event is free. Improv is inherently inclusive. All members are necessary for the success of the scene, and everyone’s offers are incorporated into the scene. The improv rule of […]

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