Accessible events in Illinois

National programs in Illinois

1. National program · Play and family fun centers Altitude Trampoline Park Sensory Play Day 2 locations in Illinois The same trampoline park in a lower-noise setting, with smaller crowds, softer music, and no strobe lights. Participating parks list the session as every other Sunday, 10 a.m.–12 p.m.; check your park for the exact Sundays. Reduced soundNo strobe or flashing effectsReduced crowds

   1. Altitude Trampoline Park Glen Carbon
      91 Fountain Drive
      Glen Carbon, IL
      Every other Sunday, 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
      Directions

   2. Altitude Trampoline Park Oswego
      1600 Douglas Road
      Oswego, IL
      Every other Sunday, 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
      Directions

2. National program · Movies AMC Sensory Friendly Films 14 locations in Illinois AMC and the Autism Society turn the lights up and the sound down so guests can get up, dance, walk, shout, or sing. Family-friendly screenings run the second and fourth Saturday of each month, with mature-audience screenings on Wednesday evenings. Films start at showtime with no trailers. Reduced soundAdjusted lighting
3. National program · Play and family fun centers Build-A-Bear Workshop Sensory-Friendly Time 12 locations in Illinois Every Tuesday during the first hour a store is open, Build-A-Bear Workshops dim the lights and turn the music low or off. A downloadable step-by-step guide helps kids plan the visit. All ages and siblings are welcome. Adjusted lightingReduced soundSocial story or visual guide
4. National program · Play and family fun centers Chuck E. Cheese Sensory Sensitive Sundays 9 locations in Illinois Participating Chuck E. Cheese locations open two hours early on the first Sunday of each month with dimmed lights, reduced sound, no flashing effects, and trained staff. On October 25, 2026, stores also hold a Sensory Sensitive Halloween with costumes, candy, and characters without the usual triggers. No reservation required. Reduced soundAdjusted lightingNo strobe or flashing effectsEarly or private entry
5. National program · Movies Marcus Theatres Reel Movies for Real Needs 3 locations in Illinois First-run films on select Saturday mornings with lower sound and brighter, gentler lighting, for people with autism, ADHD, Down syndrome, or sensory issues and their families. Runs at participating Marcus Theatres and Movie Tavern locations. Reduced soundAdjusted lighting
6. National program · Movies Regal My Way Matinee 3 locations in Illinois Sensory-friendly screenings with the lights turned up and the volume turned down, where guests are free to sing, dance, walk around, talk, or shout. First show of the day on select Saturdays each month at participating locations; check your theatre for the date. Reduced soundAdjusted lighting
7. National program · Holiday Santa Cares (Caring Santa® / Sensitive Santa™) 3 locations in Illinois Sensory-friendly Santa photo events at participating malls, offered as Caring Santa® at Simon malls and Sensitive Santa™ at Washington Prime Group malls. Most events run outside normal shopping hours, with advance registration to limit crowds, reduced lighting and music, and specially trained Santas and staff. No purchase required. Reduced soundAdjusted lightingReduced crowdsEarly or private entry
8. National program · Play and family fun centers Sky Zone Sensory Hours 1 location in Illinois A quieter, toned-down jumping session with music lowered or off for guests with special needs, at participating Sky Zone trampoline parks. Schedules and prices vary by park, and many parks let one caregiver jump free. Reduced soundReduced crowds

   1. Sky Zone Elmhurst
      325 W Lake St
      Elmhurst, IL 60126
      every Monday 11:00–20:00
      Confirmed Next: Mon, Oct 5, 2026
      Directions · Location page

9. National program · Movies Studio Movie Grill Special Needs Screenings 1 location in Illinois Free screenings on select Saturdays at 11 a.m. with the lights up and the volume low; moving, talking, and dancing are welcome. Tickets come from the box office only, starting the Wednesday before. Reduced soundAdjusted lighting

   1. Studio Movie Grill Wheaton
      301 Rice Lake Sq
      Wheaton, IL 60189
      Select Saturdays at 11 a.m. at all locations
      Directions

10. National program · Shopping Walmart Sensory-Friendly Hours Participating locations nationwide 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. Reduced soundAdjusted lighting