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Festival of Trees & Lights Sensory Day

A dedicated sensory day with dimmed lights and minimized flashing tree lights, the Festival Express train running with its bell off, greatly reduced attendance, a calming room, small-group sock skating, and Santa in a secluded area.

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Accessible Events Atlas · Iowa

Sensory-friendly session · Holiday · Des Moines · Iowa · Polk County

Festival of Trees & Lights Sensory Day is a sensory-friendly session in Des Moines, Iowa, with a verified date of November 25, 2026.

Confirmed
When
Wed, Nov 25, 2026
11 a.m.–5 p.m.
Where
Community Choice Convention Center
833 5th Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50309 · Polk County
Directions
Admission
$10; 2 and younger free
No registration needed
Organized by
Blank Children’s Hospital Foundation
Healthcare provider

2026 Confirmed

Sensory Day at Festival of Trees & Lights Date : Wednesday, November 25, 2026 Hours : 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

  • Wed, Nov 25, 2026

Checked Wed, Sept 30, 2026 against the official source.

Accommodations

  • Adjusted lighting
  • Reduced sound
  • Reduced crowds
  • Quiet room or break area

Who it’s for

Audience
Open to everyone
Registration
No registration needed

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Sources

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