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Play Your Way: Sensory-Friendly Trick-or-Treat

  • The Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine 250 Thompsons Point Rd Portland, ME, 04102 United States (map)

It's time for CMTM's annual, one-of-a-kind, sensory-friendly Halloween-themed playtime! This event includes trick-or-treating, Halloween art time, exploring the museum exhibits, and a small snack.

Play Your Way is an ongoing sensory-friendly play time open to anyone who would benefit from a quieter, low-key experience. This is the perfect time for families affected by Autism, Sensory Processing Disorder, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, or other challenges to explore CMTM, meet other families with similar experiences, and see if the Museum & Theatre is the right fit for you and your family.

Trick-or-treat stations will mostly feature sensory and fidget-type toys with a small number of candy treats available. All food treat stations will have a non-food treat option.

Admission is free. Reservations are highly recommended.

Questions about the event? Contact Lily Gilbert by emailing lily@kitetails.org or call 207-828-1234 x230

CMTM Halloween is proud to be a Teal Pumpkin Project event. There will be treats and snack options that are peanut, dairy, soy, and gluten-free. Treats and snacks may have trace amounts of these allergens. Non-food treats will be available at each station as an alternative and marked as a teal pumpkin.

Play Your Way is a free event series made possible through generous support from Gorham Savings Bank, the Pond Family Foundation, and the Judith Glickman Lauder Foundation.

Earlier Event: October 25
Member Magic Hours
Later Event: October 26
Hoot & Howl - Family Halloween