Prepare for an extraordinary adventure as children with ASD, sensory processing disorder, and a variety of learning differences, along with their families, are granted exclusive access to the Museum!
Activities, events and times subject to change.
Registration is required for this event. Click above for tickets.
Children’s Museum Houston is thrilled to announce the return of its popular Sensory Friendly Days program, launching with a Halloween at the BOOseum-themed event on Oct. 13, 2025! This event marks the beginning of a new season of Sensory Friendly Days, designed specifically for children with autism and sensory sensitivities and their families, pre-registration is required. With four events scheduled at the Museum and two more at Fort Bend Children's Discovery Center, families can look forward to a season filled with inclusive, engaging activities.
This first event will feature special Halloween-themed programming tailored to create a welcoming and comfortable environment for all visitors.
WHAT'S HAPPENING?
Texas Bubblers – Science Touch Table: Explore the science of bubbles through hands-on activities and experiments that let you test, create and observe bubbles up close.
Trick or Treating: Collect a bag of treats, trinkets and surprises as you celebrate Halloween at the Museum!
Craft & Language Workshop – Monster Stuffies: Create a simple craft while exploring new ways to express yourself. Limit 10 at a time.
Storytime – Color Monster: Join us for a reading of The Color Monster and explore feelings through this fun and engaging story.
Cloud Slime: Become a slime scientist! Experiment with ingredients and observe how they work together to create the unique stretchy, fluffy texture of cloud slime. Limit10 at a time.
Sensory Room: Take a break a quiet space designed for children and families to relax, reset and recharge.
COMMUNITY RESOURCE PARTNERS
Meet with organizations dedicated to supporting families with sensory sensitivities and developmental needs.
University of Houston (UH) Cognitive Development Lab: Learn how the lab's research on children's language learning can help parents and educators.
Neuhaus Education Center: Visit with Neuhaus Education Center for information and resources pertaining to literacy and dyslexia and do some hands-on alphabet and word reading games and activities with children.
When: From 10 am-2 pm in Kids' Hall
The Arc of Harris County: The Arc promotes community awareness, creates opportunities for inclusion, and provides a broad array of support and resource services within the IDD and autism communities
Easter Seals of Greater Houston: Easter Seals has a variety of programs that are free to clients of all ages as well as a toy-lending library with adapted toys. They have many resources available for free for people with disabilities and their families.
Houston Ballet: Information on free services and adaptive programming offered featuring mini dance sessions!
Mini dance sessions at 10 & 10:30 am in Brown Auditorium
Faithful Paws: Fuzzy, friendly, and fluffy all over! These therapy pets are sure to bring a smile!
11:30am-1:30pm
To make your visit smoother, here are a few resources tailored to parents of neurodiverse children. It includes practical advice and planning tips to make the visit smoother, ensuring families feel empowered and confident before and during their trip.
Checkout a KultureCity Sensory Bag! – Visit our Parent Resources library to checkout a KultureCity Sensory bag which includes Noise-Reducing headphones, fidgets, visual cue card, and an ID Card with a breakaway lanyard”
If you would like to bring a group of 15+, please contact:
Lydia Dungus, Reservations Coordinator at (713) 535-7238
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