Join Civic Theatre of Greater Lafayette for a sensory-friendly performance of Disney’s The Aristocats Kids, a jazzy musical adventure following Duchess and her three kittens as they navigate Paris with the help of alley cat Thomas O’Malley and his band of swingin’ cats. The sensory-friendly performance is designed to provide a more accessible theatre experience for families.

Join families, self-advocates, friends, and community members for the 2026 Buddy Walk® Indianapolis at White River State Park. Enjoy family activities, an opening ceremony, the Buddy Walk, and opportunities to connect with other families and self-advocates. DSI will also have special gatherings for its Self Advocates Club 21 and Black Family Village communities.

Enjoy the Indiana State Museum in a more comfortable, sensory-friendly environment featuring adjusted lighting, reduced distractions, sensory supports, and assistance from the Autism Society of Indiana.

Get up close to trucks, vehicles, and equipment at Johnson County Parks' 4th Annual Touch-A-Truck. The first hour is sensory-friendly, with no lights or sirens, giving visitors who may find those sounds or visual effects overwhelming an opportunity to explore before the event becomes louder and busier. The free event also includes a children's zone, food trucks, vendors, music, and optional train rides.

A free, family-friendly event bringing together local disability resources, community organizations, and fun activities for individuals of all ages and abilities.

Spend a Sunday morning exploring Conner Prairie's Museum Experience Center during Sensory Friendly Sundays. The monthly program includes sensory offerings such as a sensory version of the Power of Place exhibit, access to a sensory room, and an opportunity to visit volunteer therapy dogs from Paws & Think.

Families with children with special needs are invited to enjoy a free carnival experience during the Zionsville Fall Festival, with rides, food, and family-friendly fun in an inclusive community setting.

Spend a relaxed evening in the garden taking photos, connecting with others, and enjoying a creative outdoor space. This free, come-and-go event welcomes individuals, couples, friends, families, and aspiring photographers.

Enjoy a quieter play experience with reduced music, smaller crowds, and a calmer atmosphere designed for guests who benefit from sensory-friendly accommodations.

Climb aboard and explore a variety of trucks and vehicles during this free family event featuring a designated quiet hour for children who benefit from a calmer environment.

Celebrate with the Black Autism Support Society during this free family event featuring food, games, bounce houses, community resources, and opportunities to connect with other families.

Experience the night sky in a more accessible setting during this free astronomy program designed for individuals with developmental, intellectual, and emotional disabilities and their caregivers.

Explore hands-on science exhibits in a more accessible environment during Science Central's Disability Day, featuring reduced sensory input, additional accessibility supports, and free admission for individuals with developmental, intellectual, and emotional disabilities and their caregivers.

Enjoy a memorable day on the water during Freedom Waters Foundation's annual Weller Day Boat Outings, where children with special needs and their families are invited to experience boating in a fun, welcoming, and inclusive environment.

Enjoy the Indiana State Museum in a more comfortable, sensory-friendly environment featuring adjusted lighting, reduced distractions, sensory supports, and assistance from the Autism Society of Indiana.

A free adaptive swim clinic designed to help individuals with disabilities build confidence, comfort, and water safety skills alongside their support teams.

Enjoy a quieter morning at the Indianapolis Zoo with reduced sound, sensory accommodations, and designated quiet spaces designed to create a more comfortable experience for guests with sensory needs.

Celebrate the end of summer with an afternoon of games, music, food, and community during Down Syndrome Indiana's Black Family Village Summer Wrap Up Party.

An affordable evening museum experience featuring $6 admission, free parking, extended hours, and fewer crowds for families looking to explore at a more relaxed pace.

Enjoy a quieter play experience with reduced music, smaller crowds, and a calmer atmosphere designed for guests who benefit from sensory-friendly accommodations.