There are always plenty of fun activities going on around southeast Michigan for kids and families to enjoy. But sometimes it’s nice for children with special needs to have an event that’s designed just for them – from sensory-friendly movie showings to a chance to try something new in a more patient, supportive environment.
Parents can also benefit from workshops, support meetings and other events geared toward moms and dads of children with special needs.
That’s why we’ve compiled this list featuring some great upcoming special needs events for kids and their parents. Take a peek at these activities for people with special needs and their families.
Interested in adding an upcoming special needs event in southeast Michigan to this roundup – or to our calendar of upcoming events?
Just submit event details there, and we’ll see that it’s added to this list, as well.
A word of advice: Some events may require pre-registration. Click on the calendar listing for the event and get details on pre-registering and how to contact the organizer for more details.
Jan. 28, 2020
- Address: 40255 Dodge Park Road, Sterling Heights
- Time: 5:30 p.m.
- Cost: Free
Trained therapy dogs don’t judge or interrupt. That’s why they visit the library and sit with kids as they practice their reading skills.
Adaptive Storytime at the Sterling Heights Public Library
Feb. 1, 2020
- Address: Plymouth Arts & Recreation Complex, 650 Church St., Plymouth
- Time: 10:30-11:30 a.m.
- Cost: Free
Kids with autism or other sensory processing disorders enjoy a morning full of stories and movement. Aimed at ages 3-10. Kids must be accompanied by a caregiver. Registration required.
Saturday Sports Special at the Jack & Patti Salter Club in Royal Oak
Feb. 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29, 2020
- Address: Jack & Patti Salter Club, 1545 E. Lincoln, Royal Oak
- Time: 9:30-11 a.m.
- Cost: Free
Kids and adults, ages 6-18, with disabilities are invited to play a variety of sports including floor hockey, kickball and basketball. Registration required. Select dates in February, March and April, too.
Sensory Sensitive Sundays at Chuck E. Cheese in Sterling Heights
Feb. 2, 2020
- Address: Chuck E. Cheese, 13745 Lakeside Circle, Sterling Heights
- Time: 8 a.m.
- Cost: Fees apply
Select Chuck E. Cheese location turn down the lights and sound to make the fun spot more sensory-friendly the first Sunday of each month.
Night to Shine 2020 at Life Bridge Church in Taylor
Feb. 7, 2020
- Address: Life Bridge Church, 24800 Eureka Road, Taylor
- Time: 6-9 p.m.
- Cost: Free, registration required.
Teens and young adults with special needs enjoy a safe and supportive prom night.
Sensory Storytime at the Ann Arbor District Library Westgate Branch
Feb. 8, 2020
- Address: 2503 Jackson Ave., Ann Arbor
- Time: 10-11 a.m.
- Cost: Free
Kids ages 3-7 are welcome to enjoy an hour filled with interactive stories, rhymes and free play.
- Address: 1099 Lone Pine Road, Bloomfield
- Time: 11 a.m.
- Cost: Free
Adults and teens with special needs are invited for a story full of songs, movement and art. A support person is welcome to come and participate. Registration is not required.
Special Needs Art Class at the Plymouth Art & Recreation Complex
Feb. 19, 2020
- Address: PARC, 650 Church St., Plymouth
- Time: 5-6 p.m.
- Cost: $15/person
Kids ages 4-plus who have special needs make friendship wreaths during the February installment of this event. Registration required.
Feb. 22, 2020
- Address: Novi Community Center, 45175 W. 10 Mile Road, Novi
- Time: 6-8 p.m.
- Cost: $10/participant, $5/caregiver
Grown-ups with developmental disorders are welcome to enjoy a super night of music, dancing and fun. Registration required.
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