Updated: October 15, 2025

Neuro-Inclusive Programs & Activities

If you or someone in your travel party is neurodivergent and needs accommodations, there are many fun activities available that will cater to your specific needs!

Check out these inclusive experiences that provide options to visitors with sensory needs, autism spectrum disorder and more.

Colorado Springs Airport

The Colorado Springs Airport participates in the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program. Travelers coming to the COS airport can visit the Airport Information Desk to receive a sunflower lanyard, which discretely signals to airport staff that the wearer may require additional assistance or patience. Anyone may participate in this program, as there's no screening necessary.

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COS Airport

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo

America's only mountain zoo provides KultureCity® sensory bags that contain noise-cancelling headphones, fidget tools and a communication card. Attendees are alerted of "headphone zones:" parts of the zoo that may be louder and therefore require noise-cancelling headphones to prevent overstimulation. If attendees need to rest in a calm space, they can also find quiet zones, designated as a place to relax.

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo also hosts a Unique & Differing Needs camp that can accommodate a wide range of disabilities. Campers aged 7-11 with autism spectrum disorder, sensory processing disorders, developmental delays and more are welcome to explore their love for nature at this single-day program.

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Cheyenne Mountain Zoo

The U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum

Explore the story of Team USA in the Olympic & Paralympic Games at one of the most accessible museums in the world. Sensory bags are available upon request and include special badges, weighted lap pads, fidget tools and noise-canceling headphones. Visitors can also request low-sensory versions of specific exhibits!

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U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum

We Rock the Spectrum

This sensory-friendly indoor playground puts inclusion at the forefront of its practice. Everything in the gym, including play equipment, events and classes, is designed with children on the autism spectrum in mind. Kids can have a blast at open play sessions or attend camps.

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We Rock The Spectrum

Author

Kate Hertz

Content Coordinator | Visit Colorado Springs

Raised right here in Colorado Springs, Kate's connection to the arts & culture community runs deep. Kate is an artist in every sense of the word - participating in local theater productions, art shows and occasionally even a music gig.

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