Event Overview
This festival is crafted for families to enjoy quality time together in a relaxed, sensory-friendly environment. With a range of adaptive activities and sensory-conscious features, the event aims to be inclusive, ensuring comfort and fun for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or other sensory sensitivities.
Key Activities
Adaptive Sports Games
- Soccer: Adaptive soccer games that prioritize fun and skill-building in a safe, low-pressure environment.
- Mini-Golf: A simplified mini-golf course with sensory-friendly visuals and textures.
- Bowling: Portable bowling lanes set up for easy play with sensory-adaptive equipment.
Sensory Play Areas
- Interactive Sensory Stations: Hands-on stations featuring water tables, kinetic sand, and foam blocks, tailored to engage children with various sensory needs.
- Bubble Play Zone: An area filled with bubble machines for a calming, visually engaging experience.
- Tactile Pathways: Paths with different textured mats for kids to walk on, stimulating and grounding their senses.
Family-Friendly Workshops
- Cooking Class: Families can learn simple, ASD-friendly recipes that encourage sensory engagement through touch, smell, and taste.
- Art Workshop: Activities like finger-painting, clay modeling, and collaging, where children and parents can create together using sensory-adapted materials.
- Mindfulness & Relaxation: A short, family-oriented workshop offering breathing techniques and calming activities designed for kids with sensory sensitivities.
Entertainment and Quiet Zones
- Live Entertainment: Performances by musicians playing soft, calming tunes, and storytelling sessions geared toward a sensory-friendly atmosphere.
- Quiet Zones: Shaded tents with comfortable seating, noise-canceling headphones, and calming visuals for individuals needing a break from stimulation.
Additional Information
- On-Site Resources: Staff trained in working with children with ASD and other sensory needs will be available to assist.
- Food Options: Sensory-friendly food trucks offering gluten-free, dairy-free, and allergy-conscious options.
