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Part 2! Here are some of the bigger City Wide Sensory Friendly Events happening this December. We’ll follow up with more...
12/11/2025

Part 2! Here are some of the bigger City Wide Sensory Friendly Events happening this December. We’ll follow up with more local (Dupage + Surrounding) soon!

What are you planning on attending?

Coming to , a link to purchase tickets and learn more will be on stories today and saved to highlights under “LINKS”http...
12/09/2025

Coming to , a link to purchase tickets and learn more will be on stories today and saved to highlights under “LINKS”

https://www.goodmantheatre.org/tickets/accessibility/sensory-friendly-performances/

“WHAT IS A SENSORY-FRIENDLY / RELAXED PERFORMANCE?

Sensory-Friendly performances are designed for people of all ages who, along with their families and friends, benefit from a relaxed performing arts experience. This includes people with autism and other neurodiversities, sensory sensitivities and more.
ACCOMMODATIONS

*Lower sound level, especially for startling or loud sounds
*House lights remain on at a low level during the performance
*A reduction of strobe lighting or lighting focused on the audience
*Patrons are free to talk and leave their seats during the performance
*Designated quiet areas within the theater building
*Space throughout the theater for standing and movement
*Limited crowds and visitors at Goodman Theatre during the day and timing of the performance
*The Goodman staff trained to be inviting and accommodating to patrons’ needs.

RESOURCES AVAILABLE

To prepare for your visit, patrons attending the sensory-friendly/relaxed performance can also have access to resource materials that improve the comfort level. Resources include social story, story synopsis, a seating map and Sensory Bags.

Sensory bags are available during all performances at The Goodman. These bags contain noise-reducing headphones, two fidgets, a notebook and pen, a social story about visiting The Goodman, and a picture communication keyring. Sensory Bags can be checked out at Guest Services.“

***NEXT DATE: DECEMBER 14TH 8:30-9:30AM***Visit: https://www.griffinmsi.org/events/all-access/low-sensory-mornings“Low-S...
12/09/2025

***NEXT DATE: DECEMBER 14TH 8:30-9:30AM***

Visit: https://www.griffinmsi.org/events/all-access/low-sensory-mornings

“Low-Sensory Mornings provide exclusive early access to Griffin MSI from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m., allowing you to explore exhibits with modified lighting and sound. Your tickets also include General Admission for the rest of the day, with most Museum experiences remaining in sensory-friendly mode until noon.”

Designed with ND fams and disability fams in mind, here are a few suburban sensory friendly/ adaptive library offerings ...
12/09/2025

Designed with ND fams and disability fams in mind, here are a few suburban sensory friendly/ adaptive library offerings that reoccur weekly or monthly.

Visit Santa in a sensory-friendly environment. Exclusively for children & families with sensory challenges.Date: Sunday,...
12/05/2025

Visit Santa in a sensory-friendly environment. Exclusively for children & families with sensory challenges.

Date: Sunday, December 7
Time: 9:00 AM- 10:00 AM
Location: Santa HQ, Level One near Food Court

PLEASE MAKE A RESERVATION. Registration is required for this private photo experience.

https://whereissanta.com/mall/1487?utm_campaign=fashion-outlets-of-chicago&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=website-macerich
Clickable link on stories and in highlight under LINKS tab

*Be sure to click on the ‘Santa Cares’ section under Events.Visit Santa in a sensory-friendly environment. Exclusively for children & families with sensory challenges.

Happy to see these offerings reoccurring at  that could be a good fit for neurodivergent kids, adults and caregivers. Ch...
12/04/2025

Happy to see these offerings reoccurring at that could be a good fit for neurodivergent kids, adults and caregivers. Check out their website for upcoming dates and times!

Sensory-Friendly Events in Chicagoland This December:• Sensory-Friendly Holiday Magic – Brookfield Zoo📅 Dec 4, 3–9pm📍 Br...
12/03/2025

Sensory-Friendly Events in Chicagoland This December:

• Sensory-Friendly Holiday Magic – Brookfield Zoo
📅 Dec 4, 3–9pm
📍 Brookfield, IL

• Play for All – Chicago Children’s Museum
📅 Dec 7, 8–10am
📍 Navy Pier, Chicago

• Santa Cares – Sensory-Friendly Santa Visit
📅 Dec 7, 9–10am
📍 Fashion Outlets of Chicago (Rosemont)

• Low Sensory Morning – Museum of Science & Industry (Griffin MSI)
📅 December 14th 8:30-9:30am
📍 Chicago, IL

Follow for more sensory-friendly events, reviews, and ND-inclusive resources across Chicagoland. 💛

Schaumburg Township District Library is a treasure trove of recurring, free offerings for ND families in the community. ...
12/03/2025

Schaumburg Township District Library is a treasure trove of recurring, free offerings for ND families in the community. These programs run multiple times a month and support a wide range of ages and needs.
Check their website for full details and registration: schaumburglibrary.org/events
Follow for more ND-friendly finds.

Sensory-Friendly Events in Chicagoland This DecemberHere are a few accessible options for ND families this holiday seaso...
12/03/2025

Sensory-Friendly Events in Chicagoland This December
Here are a few accessible options for ND families this holiday season:

• Sensory-Friendly Holiday Magic – Brookfield Zoo
📅 Dec 4, 3–9pm
📍 Brookfield, IL

• Play for All – Chicago Children’s Museum
📅 Dec 7, 8–10am
📍 Navy Pier, Chicago

• Santa Cares – Sensory-Friendly Santa Visit
📅 Dec 7, 9–10am
📍 Fashion Outlets of Chicago (Rosemont)

• Low Sensory Morning – Museum of Science & Industry (Griffin MSI)
📅 December 14th, 8:30-9:30am
📍 Chicago, IL

Follow for more sensory-friendly events, reviews, and ND-inclusive resources across Chicagoland 💛

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