Sensory-Friendly Hours

October 22 | 4-6 pm Sensory-Friendly hours during CHIHULY at Meijer Gardens offer guests with autism or sensory processing differences the opportunity to visit and explore at their own pace with adjustments to the environment including reduced noise, smaller crowds, and sensory supports. These hours are scheduled when we are also open to the public but are held during less busy times of the day. This is ideal for creating a calm and inclusive experience. (Check-in for this event is from 4PM-6PM. Stay until close if you like.) Enjoy Sensory-Friendly hours, when guests with sensory processing disabilities or autism can visit and explore at their own pace. Among adjustments to the environment, you’ll find: -Reduced noise-Smaller crowds-Sensory supports These hours, scheduled when we are open to the public, are held during less busy times—ideal for creating your welcoming, calm and inclusive experience. What To Expect: -Registration is required.-Check in from 4–6 pm.-Follow signs to the check-in area.-Sensory supports are available.-Background music is reduced.-A quiet room is available. Registration is required.