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Autism- & Sensory-Friendly Things to Do in Aurora

Finding an outing you can take your autistic child on without bracing for the lights, the noise, or the crowd can feel like a project in itself. The good news: Aurora — with the wider Denver metro just minutes away — has a strong set of autism-friendly options, from fully inclusive playgrounds to low-sensory museum nights.

This is a working guide to autism- and sensory-friendly things to do in and around Aurora. Programs change and schedules shift, so always confirm directly with the venue before you go. If you know of a resource we have missed, please tell us. Planning around bigger venues? Our guide to sensory-friendly programs at theaters, stadiums, and museums covers the national programs that reach Aurora too.

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LuBird's Light Playground

Playground

A 9,000 sq ft fully inclusive playground at Stanley Marketplace.

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Red-tailed Hawk Park

Playground

An 8,000 sq ft inclusive playground designed for every child.

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Morrison Nature Center

Nature

All-ages, all-abilities outdoor nature exploration area in Aurora.

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Children's Museum of Denver

Museum

Low-Sensory Evenings with limited attendance and turned-down noise (reservations).

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Wings Over the Rockies

Museum

Periodic Sensory Friendly Hours at the air and space museum.

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Denver Zoo

Zoo

Free sensory kits at the Concierge booth, plus seasonal sensory nights.

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We Rock the Spectrum (Denver NW)

Play & gym

Inclusive kids sensory gym, about 30-40 minutes from Aurora.

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City of Aurora A.R.I.S.E.

Recreation

Adaptive aquatics, sports, and inclusion support (720-859-4985).

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Miracle League of Metro Denver

Adaptive sports

Adaptive baseball on a fully accessible field at Valverde Park.

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AMC Sensory Friendly Films

Movies

Lights up, sound down on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays at metro locations.

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