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Enjoy kayaking, a boat ride, archery, use of adaptive equipment and more at DiversAbility Day. It also includes a hot dog lunch. Registration required.
Event cost: Free
Event time: 4-7 p.m. June 26, 2025
Enjoy this Adaptive Golf Clinic at Red Oaks Golf Course. All equipment is provided and no golf experience necessary. All abilities are welcome. Registration required.
Event cost: Free
Event time: 10 a.m.-noon June 17, 2025
Enjoy this Adaptive Golf Clinic at Cherry Creek Golf Club. There are two time slots to choose from. All equipment is provided and no golf experience necessary. All abilities are welcome. Registration required.
Event cost: Free
Event time: 10:30 a.m.-noon and 12:30-2 p.m. May 21, 2025
Come and dance along to music, take pictures with Professional Baseball League mascots and have fun in a supportive environment. For individuals ages 16 and older with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Registration required by April 18.
Event cost: $10/person (participants and caregivers)
Event time: 6-8 p.m. April 25, 2025
This art club allows participants to explore sensory-integrated art and social engagement. Participants will make multi-media art projects that include printmaking, sculpture, painting and more.
Event cost: $10-$12
Event times: 4-5 p.m. March 31, 2025
Ages 10 and up with disabilities are invited to experience off-roading at Holly Oaks ORV Park with rides provided by volunteers. Rides are provided for the participant and one guest. Registration required.
Event cost: Free
Event time: 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m. June 1, Sept. 21 and Oct. 19, 2025
This marshmallow drop is for individuals with disabilities. Marshmallows will be dropped from a helicopter and only is needed for a prize. For all ages.
Event cost: Free
Event time: 11 a.m. April 18, 2025
Enjoy music, dancing and pizza at this New Year’s event. Advanced registration required by Jan. 3, 2025.
Event cost: $8/person
Event time: 6-8 p.m. Jan. 10, 2025
Join RARA for a fun-filled day with Easter-themed activities. It will feature dying eggs, an egg hunt and more. Advanced registration required.
Event cost: $28-$34
Event time: 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. April 5, 2025
Enjoy a special painting party at RARA, in which participants will create fun projects inspired by cozy scenes and snowflakes. All materials will be provided.
Event cost: $28-$34
Event time: 6-7:30 p.m. Jan. 17, 2025
On the first Sunday of every month, the play area will open two hours early for children with autism or sensory sensitivities. It will have reduced lighting and noise.
Event cost: Free
Event times: 9 a.m.-11 a.m. Jan. 5, Feb. 2, March 2, April 6, May 4, June 1, July 6,...
Celebrate the holiday season with RARA with music, dancing, food and refreshments at Chief Financial Credit Union.
Event cost: $20-$24
Event time: 6-8 p.m. Dec. 6, 2024
