We know that every kid needs a safe play space to be themselves and have fun. The team at Fort Worth Moms did the research to compile a list of the best indoor play spaces, especially for kids with differences and disabilities.
Check out the locations below, and be sure to take a look at our article, “Activities for Kids with Differences and Disabilities in the Fort Worth Area.”
Know of an indoor play space that isn’t listed here? Send it to [email protected], and we’ll add it!
AMC Sensory Friendly Films — Enjoy select screenings with the lights turned up and the sound turned low. These happen monthly, on the second and fourth Saturdays (family friendly) and Wednesday evenings (mature audiences).
AquaStars (Irving) — Enjoy monthly access to an indoor swimming facility for a discounted rate.
Beyond Karate — This studio offers karate classes for students with developmental disabilities and other additional needs. Instructors work across the metroplex and will come to your location if you can round up a full class.
Casa Mañana Musical Theater Production for All Abilities — Here is a year-long performance-based class for students with additional needs. The class is once a week and students perform on stage at Mayfest at the end of the year.
Chuck E. Cheese Sensory Sensitive Sundays — Participating locations open two hours early on the first Sunday of each month for children with autism and other disabilities and their families.
iFly All Abilities (Fort Worth) — Make the dream of flight a reality for children with physical and cognitive challenges.
Rejoice Dance (Fort Worth) — This “Wonderfully Made” class meets at the CERA Center near Whole Foods. The class is offered currently for ages four to nine and is open for children with physical and developmental disabilities. The space is quiet and even features a side entrance to avoid walking through potential crowds.
Rogue Brick (Fort Worth) — This LEGO® builders’ lounge is more quiet than similar venues (as long as there’s not a birthday party happening). Contact the owners before your visit to arrange accommodations for your child to enjoy some low-maintenance, hands-on fun.
SeaQuest Aquarium (Fort Worth) — While there are no designated sensory awareness days here, you’re sure to find accessible, quiet, and hands-on fun for the whole family.
SNAP Sensory Story Time (Arlington) — This 30-45 program is suited for ages 2-5, physically and developmentally. Registration is required and limited to 10 families to maintain an accommodating space.
Studio Movie Grill Screenings — Frequent Saturday-morning screenings with lights up and sound low will delight your child and any siblings for FREE! Guardians can purchase discounted tickets.
Trinity Railway Express offers commuter rail service between Fort Worth and Dallas.
Trinity Metro’s TEXRail takes passengers from downtown Fort Worth to northeast Tarrant County, through North Richland Hills and Grapevine, to DFW International Airport, and back.
Virtual Sensory Explorations: Flower Power — Join The Amon Carter Museum of American Art during the month of April for on-demand, Virtual Sensory Explorations, a free program for families with children on the autism spectrum. Watch a video about four artworks in the Carter’s collection, discover more about flowers, then get creative with a hands-on, art-making experience.
