Sensory Friendly Holiday Events in the Bay Area
/ Ronnie SharpeThe holiday season can be confusing for a child with sensory sensitivities. Flickering lights, loud music, different foods, crowds, behavioral expectations can cause meltdowns and other disruptive behaviors. These events are designed to help your family enjoy the excitement of the season this December!
Celebrate the season at Filoli, where timeless traditions meet exquisite holiday charm.
Sensory modifications are balanced with preserving an engaging theatre experience for all individuals and their families.
Capture the magic of a sensory friendly Santa coming to the North Bay!
Our popular holiday concert featuring musicians both with and without autism, led by virtuoso pianist Stephen Prutsman and vocalist Samantha Alexes. Sing-along to holiday favorites and expect a visit from Santa himself! The event should last a bit more than an hour.
The legendary holiday tradition festooned with lights, and we have our own private coach! Santa, cider, and sing-along, and an hour-long excursion through Santa Cruz.
The Children’s Museum of Sonoma County hosts free Sensory Friendly Afternoons exclusively for children with sensory processing differences and their families or caregivers.
Sensory Santa allows children with autism and other disabilities to meet Santa in a fun, inviting, and sensory-friendly environment that suits their unique needs.
Join us for the San Francisco Autism Society’s beloved annual Holiday Party, co-hosted with Magical Bridge, on December 13 at Lucie Stern Community Center.
Join us on the playground in Morgan Hill for a magical holiday celebration! All ages and abilities are welcome!
Sensory Sundays are designed for guests of all ages who are neurodivergent, have sensory access needs, and/or have a difficult time in large groups or museum settings.
We invite families and people with special and sensory-friendly needs to join us for this FREE event!
A Mini Sensory Theme Park. Where children explore and parents unwind. The perfect blend of magical adventure and a well-deserved break!
Join us for SF Ballet’s Sensory Friendly Performance of Nutcracker! This full-length performance provides a relaxed environment for children and adults of varying physical and cognitive abilities to experience this magical holiday tradition in a safe and comfortable atmosphere.
Come back often! Events are updated and added frequently.
