Accessible events in Pennsylvania

National programs in Pennsylvania

1. National program · Movies AMC Sensory Friendly Films 7 locations in Pennsylvania 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
2. National program · Play and family fun centers Build-A-Bear Workshop Sensory-Friendly Time 13 locations in Pennsylvania 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
3. National program · Play and family fun centers Chuck E. Cheese Sensory Sensitive Sundays 7 locations in Pennsylvania 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
4. National program · Movies Marcus Theatres Reel Movies for Real Needs 1 location in Pennsylvania 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

   1. Movie Tavern Exton Cinema
      110 Bartlett Avenue
      Exton, PA 19341
      Select Saturday mornings; dates subject to change
      Next: Sat, Oct 24, 2026
      Directions

5. National program · Movies Regal My Way Matinee 14 locations in Pennsylvania 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
6. National program · Holiday Santa Cares (Caring Santa® / Sensitive Santa™) 6 locations in Pennsylvania 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
7. National program · Play and family fun centers Urban Air Sensory-Friendly Sessions 2 locations in Pennsylvania Sensory-friendly jump sessions without loud music or flashing lights at the participating Urban Air parks listed here. Reduced soundNo strobe or flashing effects

   1. Urban Air Pittsburgh East
      680 E Waterfront Dr
      Munhall, PA 15120 · Allegheny County
      Every Monday; house lights on, no flashing lights, no loud music
      Confirmed Next: Mon, Oct 5, 2026
      Directions · Location page

   2. Urban Air North Fayette
      800 Chauvet Drive
      Pittsburgh, PA 15275 · Allegheny County
      Every other Sunday, 9–11 a.m., starting Sept 6; trampolines and soft play only
      Confirmed Next: Sun, Oct 4, 2026
      9–11 a.m.
      Directions · Location page

8. 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