Sensory-Friendly Saturdays: RSVP Required
January 24, 2026 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Join us for a FREE Sensory-Friendly Saturday for guests, families, and individuals with autism spectrum disorder and other sensory processing needs.
Experience the peacefulness and fun of the Garden with disturbances minimized. An air-conditioned take-a-break space will be provided, as well as hands-on activities for the whole family! Free admission applies between 4 – 6pm only.
Registration required; RSVP by completing this form.
To coincide with the January 24th Sensory-Friendly Saturday, the Garden is proud to host the 2025 – 2026 Additional Needs Art Contest Reception & Awards from 4 – 7pm in partnership with Additional Needs, Inc. During the event, the winners of the “Celebration of Creation” contest will be announced. In addition to partnering with Additional Needs, Inc., the Garden is delighted to welcome the several local service organizations who will be participating in the event.
The mission of Additional Needs Inc. is to empower the additional needs community through a platform built for and maintained by its members—providing inclusive employment, vital resources, and a safe space to connect, share, and thrive while showcasing what’s possible when everyone is given the opportunity to flourish. Learn more about Additional Needs, Inc.
In addition to partnering with Additional Needs, we are delighted to welcome the following local organizations participating in the event:
• The Naples Players
• Arts4all
• Easterseals Naples
• Lighthouse of Collier
• Golisano Children’s Healthcare Center of Naples
• STARability
• Freedom Waters Foundation
• Goodwill Southwest Florida
• God’s Protected Harbor
• NAMI Collier County
• Collier County Public Schools Exceptional Student Education (ESE)
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