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Success On The Spectrum, the nation's leading Autism Treatment franchise, will host its sixth annual Autism Carnival in Southwest Houston on Saturday , Oct. 21, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The public event, dedicated to fostering a sensory-friendly and inclusive environment for children of all ages and abilities, has become a tradition for the local community.
Success On The Spectrum maintains a strict no-fundraising and no-ticket policy and is committed to providing a day of fun at no charge to families.
"We simply do it for the Awesome kids in our community," Success On The Spectrum told Houston Daily about the event," Success On The Spectrum wrote in a press release. "Come play with us!"
Scheduled to take place in the parking lot of their Southwest Houston location, the sixth annual Autism Carnival will provide a range of activities tailored to the needs of children on the autism spectrum. The organization will keep the volume of music low to ensure a comfortable sensory experience for attendees. There will also be a dedicated calming station available for children who may become overwhelmed by the festivities.
According to the press release, kids of all ages and abilities will be able to explore various booths featuring free games and activities. Among the attractions are games like Pick-A-Duck, Bean-Bag-Toss, Basketball Shots, Face-Painting, Plinko, Fish-Bowl-Toss and Race Car Games. The event will also feature bouncy houses.
Volunteers will be wearing superhero costumes for photo booth opportunities, and food trucks will be on-site, according to the press release. The event will take place outdoors, and visitors will be provided access to indoor restrooms. No face masks will be required.
According to the event page, Success On The Spectrum is seeking volunteers for the event, and vendors may advertise their businesses in exchange for supplying a game. Interested parties can sign up here. More information about the event can be obtained on the event's website.