Events for May 9, 2025 - September 12, 2025

“Shrek the Musical, Jr.” by Unlabeled Theatre Company at Park Square Theatre

Park Square Theater 20 West 7th Place, St Paul, MN

This unified performance of Shrek the Musical, Jr. is performed by artist-actors with cognitive and/or physical disabilities partnered with professional or emergent actors to create and perform roles together. Performances are March 8-9 at 7:00, plus a sensory friendly matinee on Saturday, March 9 at 1:00.

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

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