The house lights are brighter, the sound is lower and no one will raise an eyebrow if children walk around, dance, sing, talk or shout during the movie. These theaters offer monthly sensory-friendly movies for children whose challenges make the typical movie experience overwhelming.
Dates and times are subject to change, so please verify screenings before you go.
AMC Theatres
amctheatres.com/programs/sensory-friendly-films
Six Valley locations offer sensory-friendly films for family audiences on the second and fourth Saturdays of each month, in partnership with the Autism Society of America.
Harkins Theatres
harkins.com/movies/sensory-friendly-screenings
Sensory-friendly screenings are held at 9:45 a.m. one Saturday each month at select Harkins locations. Families can bring outside snacks. Tickets can be purchased same day or in advance at participating theater box offices.
Studio Movie Grill
15515 N. Hayden Road, Scottsdale
studiomoviegrill.com
Offers free 11 a.m. screenings for children with special needs and their siblings; adult tickets are available at before-noon pricing.
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