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Sensory Sensitive Boo Bash

Cheney Mansion 220 N Euclid Avenue, Oak Park, IL, United States

The Park District of Oak Park and West Suburban Special Recreation Association welcome families in need of sensory-sensitive events to Cheney Mansion for a fun halloween party! Get in costume and bring your camera for photos with our Great Pumpkin!   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Halloween Events.

$15 – $20
Event Series Sensory Storytime

Sensory Storytime

Fountaindale Public Library 300 W Briarcliff Rd, Bolingbrook, IL, United States

Enjoy a welcoming and sensory-friendly storytime for children with autism, neurodivergence and physical disabilities. Please register so we can ensure a comfortable sensory experience. (All ages)

Free

Event Series Play for All

Play for All

Chicago Children's Museum 700 E Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States

Chicago Children’s Museum’s Play for All initiative creates a community where play and learning connect for visitors of all abilities. Play for All invites children and families with disabilities and Chicago Children’s Museum members to come and experience CCM’s inclusive, multisensory exhibits and programs. The first 250 children and families with disabilities who register will...

Free

Sensory-Friendly Morning

Museum of Contemporary Art 220 East Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States

Sensory-Friendly Morning is a free program for all people who benefit from visiting the MCA without large crowds and other sensitive environmental elements. This event is hosted in close collaboration with Bodies of Work: A Network of Disability Art and Culture. Admission is free, but attendees must register in advance.

Free
Event Series Sensory-Friendly Storytime

Sensory-Friendly Storytime

95th Street Library 3015 Cedar Glade Dr, Naperville, IL, United States

Enjoy a quieter, slower-paced storytime geared towards children with sensory issues who may be overwhelmed in a traditional storytime setting. Books and activities will be designed for children with sensory sensitivities. Ages 3-7 with an adult caregiver. Limit 10 child/caregiver pairs.

Event Series Adaptive Play Time

Adaptive Play Time

DuPage Children's Museum 301 N. Washington St., Naperville, IL, United States

DuPage Children’s Museum is dedicated to being an accessible, inclusive environment for children to thrive through extraordinary learning experiences. Adaptive Play Time provides a modified environment for play and learning for children and their caregivers. This program is intended for families with disabilities, on the autism spectrum, and/or sensory processing disorders.

Supported Storytime

Geneva Public Library 227 S 7th Street, Geneva, IL, United States

Supported Storytime is for children with disabilities who need sensory, visual, or communication support.

Free

Sensory-Friendly Night at ZooLights

Lincoln Park Zoo 2001 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL, United States

During this special night, all blinking or moving lights will remain static or turned off, while the music will be turned down or off. Nightly capacity is limited to foster a safe and enjoyable guest experience, meaning there’s more space to enjoy the beautiful lights with your family and friends! Lincoln Park Zoo works to...

$7

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