Accessible Charlotte

04/08/2026

CHARLOTTE — You’re invited!

Join us for the 4th Annual Festival & Pop-Up Market for Autism — a vibrant, inclusive community event designed for everyone.

🗓 June 6, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 SouthPark Christian Church
🎟 FREE ENTRY

This family-friendly festival brings together local vendors, community organizations, and engaging activities for all ages in a welcoming, sensory-friendly environment where all are valued and included.

✨ Whether you’re coming to shop, connect, learn, or simply enjoy a meaningful day out — there’s something here for you.

♾️Proceeds directly fund inclusive education and literacy initiatives, helping expand access and opportunity for Neurodivergent youth in our community.

This event is held in observance of Neurodiversity Pride — a time to celebrate minds of all kinds and build a more inclusive future together.

📣 Charlotte families, educators, advocates, and community members — we’d love to see you there.

👉 Mark your calendar, invite a friend, and come be part of something impactful.

04/08/2026

Look what arrived in my mailbox this week. A new book from our friends at the Mehrit Centre. This one focuses on Self-Reg for Education Assistant. Looks great! Eager to dive into it.

04/02/2026

03/17/2026

We’re so back! 🦫 come catch our sensory friendly showing of Hoppers (2026)! We’d love to have you & your loved ones this upcoming Thursday March 26 at 6:15PM at Ayrsley Grand 14. The showing is FREE with a reservation of tickets. You can find the link in our bio or in the comments (Facebook users) we can’t wait to see you ✨

03/03/2026

T‑SHIRT ALERT! 🚨

Register by March 1 to guarantee your size for our brand‑new 2026 3•2•1 Dash for Down Syndrome 5K & Fun Run shirts!

You’ll get:
• A fresh race T‑shirt with every 5K or Fun Run registration
• Optional performance long‑sleeve shirts (and trust us—they’re amazing!)

We will order extras… but sizes go fast once race day gets close.
So lock in your spot (and your size!) by registering this weekend. Let’s goooo! 💙💛
Register Here-- https://runsignup.com/Race/NC/Charlotte/321Dash

03/03/2026

02/06/2026

02/06/2026

Share your snow pics! Who enjoyed the snow these past 2 weekends?! Snowmen, pets, scenery and family pics welcome!

01/11/2026

Did you know Autistic Youth International ‘s upcoming Community Dinner is for everyone, not just adults who can sit still! This sensory friendly event will have a buffet style dinner, silent auction, and is catered to everyone. Join us and on January 18th at 5:15 at Peninsula Prime in Lake Normal for a memorable night of inclusion and community celebration. Adults, wear business casual & have your kiddos in whatever is comfortable to them! We hope to see you there! Ticket link is in our bio (IG users) and in the comments below (Facebook users). Let’s help AYI put ANOTHER 1000 inclusive books out into our community where they’re needed most