Take a look here for an update on sensory friendly events in Columbus! Also, please reach out to us if you are aware of an event happening that you would like us to share on this platform! Click links in blue to connect to websites for more information.
Accessible Parks: The Best Accessible Playgrounds in Columbus for all abilities - Columbus on the Cheap
Kids of ALL abilities need to play and enjoy playgrounds, so it’s important to have plenty of options of accessible playgrounds for kids with disabilities or special needs. Accessible and inclusive playgrounds allow kids living with disabilities to play alongside kids without disabilities, which can help foster better understanding, friendship, and community. Columbus On The Cheap gathered a big list of inclusive and accessible playgrounds in Columbus.
AMC Sensory Friendly movie events: AMC is proud to partner with the Autism Society to offer unique movie showings where we turn the lights up, and turn the sound down, so you can get up, dance, walk, shout or sing! Our Sensory Friendly Film program is available on the second and fourth Saturday (family-friendly) Link for more information AMC Theater Sensory Friendly Experience
Get Air A Special Time for You: Hilliard (Columbus): 1st and 3rd Saturday of every month from 9 am to 11 am. (except January 8 instead of 1) Big Air – $14, Little Air – $9
Adaptive Dance Education for Students with Special Needs At Dublin Dance Dublin Dance
Adapted Dance Education is a program designed especially for children with special needs. Based on DDC&G’s current Creative Dance program, Adapted Dance will provide your child with the opportunity to explore the world of dance while also developing important cognitive and physical skills. Classes may be small group or in an inclusive setting depending on each child’s needs. Upon request, this class will be linked to your child’s IEP goals.
Funding may be provided if your child has a waiver through FCBDD
Check out the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium's accessibility options! Columbus Zoo Accessibility
The zoo offers a variety of annual sensory friendly events which typically include:
After hours Zoombezi Bay night, fall quiet hours, Halloween character meet and greet, light stroll, Santa experience and meet the Easter Bunny.
Quiet hours are available for students who benefit from a quieter environment Quiet Hours
Check their website for specific dates and times to access these sensory friendly events!
OSU Sports Fitness and Health Program is offering a Whole in One summer came for students with autism this summer! Check out their website for more information regarding the program and what it offers! Whole in One Summer Program
TimberNook Sensational Experiences! Summer Camp Options
Worthington Special Olympics- many opportunities for different sports that support students with special needs. Sports
Worthington OT resources for summer camps: See below for link
Autism Society of Central Ohio: https://www.autismcentralohio.org/