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Walmart Sensory-Friendly Hours

Every Walmart store in the U.S. and Puerto Rico holds sensory-friendly hours each morning from 8 to 10 a.m.: the radio is off, TV walls show a static image, and lights are lowered where possible.

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Accessible Events Atlas · National programs

National program · Shopping

When
Daily, 8–10 a.m., at all U.S. stores
8–10 a.m. daily
Where
Participating locations nationwide; check the organizer’s store finder
Admission
No registration needed
Organized by
Walmart
Local business

The 8–10 a.m. hours come from Walmart’s 2023 announcement, which says the program has no planned end; the current Belonging page confirms it is still running.

Accommodations

  • Reduced sound
  • Adjusted lighting

Who it’s for

Audience
Open to everyone
Registration
No registration needed

Sources

Details checked against the organizer’s own pages on Wed, Sept 30, 2026.