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Autism-Friendly Things to Do in Boulder, Colorado

A sensory-friendly outing is one adjusted so an autistic child can take part comfortably. Boulder is a standout for inclusive recreation, with sensory-friendly programming across museums, parks, and libraries.

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WOW! Children's Museum

Children's museum

Lafayette museum running Sensory Friendly Playtime with reduced noise and lights, limited capacity, a sensory room, and adaptive equipment.

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Museum of Boulder

Museum

Offers a Sensory Friendly Free Day with low noise and light, limited attendance, a sensory break room, and trained staff, plus wheelchair-accessible galleries.

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Boulder Parks & Recreation EXPAND

Adaptive recreation

One of the nation's leading therapeutic-recreation programs, offering adaptive sports, fitness, social, and cultural-arts activities plus inclusion support.

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We Rock the Spectrum (Northern Colorado)

Sensory gym

All-inclusive sensory gym in nearby Broomfield with swings, a zip slider, trampoline, crash mats, and a calming room for kids with sensory needs.

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Flagstaff Summit Sensory Trail

Nature trail

A smooth gravel nature trail on Flagstaff Mountain designed for sensory exploration, with guide ropes and braille interpretive signs.

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Boulder Public Library

Library

Hosts an inclusive sensory-friendly storytime designed to welcome children who benefit from a calmer, sensory-rich reading environment.

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