09/28/2026
Hello Western Pennsylvania Safety Sleeper Families! Get your pens and calendars ready, we wanted to share this amazing October Special Needs event list. We get so many resources from The Special Needs Consortium, we just had to share.
β¨ FALL COMMUNITY ROUNDUP: Events, Programs & Fun! β¨
Looking for fun activities, inclusive programs, and helpful resources this fall? Weβve rounded up an incredible list of events for all ages across Western PA! ππ
Save this post, tag a friend, and check out whatβs coming up! π
π§ After School Yoga Club!
π Tuesdays or Thursdays (OctβDec) | 4:00 PM β 6:00 PM
A fun, inclusive space for Kβ5 students to move, practice mindfulness, build confidence, and make friends! Space is limited.
π Info & Register: https://www.open-up.org/club-camp
π° NDEAM 2026: Build a System of Financial Self-Care
π Wednesday, Oct 2 | 12:00 PM β 1:15 PM (Virtual)
Learn practical steps to lower financial anxiety, manage debt, and explore PA ABLE accounts with local experts.
βοΈ Accommodations & Info: [email protected]
π³ Inclusive Story Hike @ Frick Environmental Center
π Thursday, Oct 3 | 2:00 PM β 3:00 PM
Join LAMP & Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy for a story reading of A Sky that Sings and a tactile/sensory nature hike. Designed for families with kids ages 3β8 and intentionally created for the blind and low vision community!
π Call 1-800-242-0586 or visit: https://pittsburghparks.org/event/inclusive-story-hike-frick-environmental-center/
π§ ASCEND + ParaCliffHangers Adaptive Climbing Day
π Friday, Oct 4 | 11:30 AM β 6:00 PM
Clinics and climbing events for Adaptive Ambassadors and Climbers! Free admission & no experience needed.
π Info: https://www.ascendclimbing.com/blog/ascend-paracliffhangers-adaptive-climbing-day
π 1st Annual Autumn Spectrum Festival
π Friday, Oct 4 | 12:00 PM β 4:00 PM
Brought to you by Autism Society of Greater Pittsburgh! Enjoy DJ & dancing, sensory-considerate spaces, games, crafts, food, and warm fall vibes!
π Register: https://www.autismsocietygreaterpittsburgh.org/copy-of-lights-camera-connection
πΆ Fall Funday Sunday with Band Together Pittsburgh
π Friday, Oct 4 | 1:00 PM β 5:00 PM
π New Kensington Outdoor Music Stage (5th Ave & 10th St, New Kensington)
Come out for an awesome afternoon of live music and community fun!
π¬ Virtual Parent/Family Meeting on Waivers (RMU Trees Network)
π Saturday, Oct 5 | 7:00 PM β 8:00 PM
Learn about Home and Community Based Waivers & Infant/Toddler support with Allegheny County DHS.
π Register: https://forms.gle/p4d7s2Ass8HqnDvE6
π€ Drum Circle & Karaoke @ Pitt Greensburg
π Sunday, Oct 6 | 6:00 PM β 8:00 PM
π Pitt Greensburg β Smith Hall / Ferguson Theater
Join Band Together Pittsburgh for an energetic night of rhythm and music!
π€ Live Autism-Friendly Open Mic
π Friday, Oct 11 | 2:00 PM β 5:00 PM
π Band Together Clubhouse at Moondog's (Blawnox)
Show off your talent or cheer on local performers!
π Virtual Special Education Conference: Unstoppable Potential
π Saturday, Oct 12 | 8:30 AM β 2:30 PM
Presented by RMU Trees Network. Free conference featuring keynotes on tech and inclusive programming plus 8 interactive breakout sessions!
π Register Free: https://forms.gle/RWubTaAcjCXJrQos5
π€ SibShop Workshops
π Select Dates (Oct 12, Nov 9, Dec 12, Jan 11, Feb 8, Mar 8) | 5:00 PM β 7:00 PM
π La Roche University
A dedicated, fun workshop designed specifically for kids who have siblings with disabilities.
π Sign Up: https://events.humanitix.com/sibshops-a-workshop-designed-for-kids-with-siblings-who-have-disabilities-pittsburgh
πΆ Open Mic Night @ Baldwin High School
π Saturday, Oct 12 | 6:00 PM β 8:00 PM
π Baldwin High School (Clairton Blvd)
Another awesome Band Together Pittsburgh music night!
π» Ghostly Gala Halloween Party
π Sunday, Oct 13
A spooktacular event with Exceptional Adventures featuring dinner, dancing, prizes, and a costume contest!
π Register: https://www.exceptionaladventures.com
πΌ Achieva Family Trust 6th Annual Future Planning Conference
π Monday, Oct 14 | 8:00 AM β 2:30 PM
π DoubleTree by Hilton Pittsburgh, Green Tree (or Virtual)
Learn about Special Needs Trusts, ABLE Accounts, and government benefits. Includes free breakfast, lunch, and parking!
βοΈ Questions: [email protected]
πΊ The Price is Right Live! Experience
π Friday, Oct 18
Join Exceptional Adventures for a trip to Kent State to catch The Price is Right Live, plus lunch and dinner at Mikeβs Place!
π Register: https://www.exceptionaladventures.com
π¬ Sensory-Sensitive Science Hours @ Kamin Science Center
π Select Sundays (Oct 18, Nov 15, Dec 13) | 9:00 AM β 12:00 PM
Enjoy early entry, dimmed lights, adjusted sound, and flexible shows in a low-stimulus environment.
π Info: https://kaminsciencecenter.org/events/sensory-sensitive-science-hours-and-events/
π¬ Special Movie Showing: Under the Lights
π Friday, Oct 18 | Doors at 12:30 PM (Film at 1:00 PM)
π The Lindsay Theater, Sewickley
A groundbreaking film about epilepsy and belonging, followed by an in-person Q&A with director Miles Levine. Tickets are $6.50 and include popcorn!
π Tickets: https://thelindsaytheater.org
π Azure Monster Bash Concert
π Friday, Oct 18 | 2:00 PM β 3:00 PM
Put on your favorite costume and boogie to classic spooky tunes at this sensory-friendly Halloween dance party!
π Info: http://www.autismpittsburgh.org/azureevents
π Sensory Nature Walk & Education Seminar
π Thursday, Oct 24 | 11:00 AM β 12:00 PM
π Frick Environmental Center
Accessible nature walk for individuals with disabilities, plus a short session for parents/caregivers on post-secondary inclusion opportunities.
π Community Trunk or Treat (The Arc of Butler County)
π Thursday, Oct 24 | 12:00 PM β 2:00 PM
π American Legion Post 778, Butler
Free trick-or-treating for all families! (Host vehicles, volunteers, and food trucks are welcome to register).
π Register a Trunk: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/ZP39rW8dT5
π RMU Trees Halloween Party with Band Together Pittsburgh
π Thursday, Oct 24 | 1:00 PM β 4:00 PM
π Robert Morris University
Game day, karaoke, and a Halloween bash!
βοΈ Info & Register: [email protected] or [email protected]
β€οΈ Spread the word! Share this post with families, educators, and friends across Western PA! Which event are you most excited for? Let us know in the comments below! π