Guide: 10 IDD-Friendly + Inclusive Events in San Diego County This July 2025
Celebrate summer with a lineup of events designed for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and their families.
Plus, don’t miss the Unified Esports League Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting on Thursday, July 10th at 4 PM at TERI Campus of Life (555 Deer Springs Rd, San Marcos, CA 92069).
1. All-Inclusive Day of Play + Resource Fair
Enjoy play zones, resource booths, adaptive sports demos, and peer connections in a sensory-friendly environment.
Date + Time: Friday, July 11, 2025 • 11:00 AM–2:00 PM (Sensory Time: 11:00–11:30 AM)
Location: Miramar Hourglass Recreation Center, 10440 Black Mountain Rd, San Diego, CA 92126
Sign up for free tickets → All-Inclusive Day of Play
2. Sensory-Friendly Fireworks at the San Diego County Fair
Experience reduced-volume fireworks and quiet zones, tailored for guests with sensory sensitivities.
Date + Time: Friday, July 4, 2025 • 6:00 PM
Location: Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar, CA 92014
More info → San Diego County Fair Fireworks
3. San Diego Adaptive Sports Fair
Try wheelchair basketball, adaptive golf, swimming, and more—equipment and coaches provided.
Date + Time: Saturday, July 26, 2025 • 9:00 AM–1:00 PM
Location: Miramar College, 10440 Black Mountain Rd, San Diego, CA 92126
Register → Adaptive Sports Fair
4. A Space for All of Us (Sensory-Friendly Mornings)
Quiet gallery hours with exhibit features turned down, noise-blocking headphones available.
Dates + Times: Sundays, July 6, 13, 20, 27 • 10:00 AM–11:00 AM
Location: Museum of Us, 1350 El Prado, Balboa Park, San Diego, CA 92101
Details → A Space for All of Us
5. Sensory-Friendly Performance of “Disney’s The Lion King, Jr.”
A modified production with lower audio levels and reserved quiet seating—perfect for all abilities.
Date + Time: Saturday, July 12, 2025 • 11:00 AM
Location: Casa del Prado Theatre, Balboa Park, San Diego, CA 92101
Reserve seats → Junior Theatre
6. The Art of Autism: A Different Lens
Exhibition showcasing work by neurodivergent artists—ink, mixed media, sculpture, and more.
Dates: April 5–July 27, 2025
Location: Oceanside Museum of Art, 704 Pier View Way, Oceanside, CA 92054
Learn more → The Art of Autism
7. Sensory Friendly Mornings at the Children’s Museum of Discovery
Early hours with reduced crowd noise and interactive, sensory-friendly play.
Dates + Times: Sundays, July 6, 13, 20, 27 • 9:00 AM–10:30 AM
Location: Children’s Museum of Discovery, 320 N Broadway, Escondido, CA 92025
Info + tickets → Sensory Friendly Mornings
8. 11th Annual Bridge to the Beach Family Day
Surf, kayak, paddleboard, and boogie board alongside San Diego Junior Lifeguards in a supportive beach event.
Date + Time: Saturday, July 12, 2025 • 8:30 AM–11:00 AM
Location: 700 San Fernando St, San Diego, CA 92106
Register → Bridge to the Beach
9. Fleet Accessibility Mornings
Exclusive early access with dimmed lighting, lower noise, and a documentary screening with house lights on.
Date + Time: Saturday, July 19, 2025 • 9:00 AM–10:00 AM
Location: Fleet Science Center, 1875 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101
Details → Accessibility Mornings
10. Camp Let Loose Summer Camp 2025
Inclusive day camp with daily field trips—paired volunteers ensure each participant can join in safely and confidently.
Dates + Times: Monday, July 7–Friday, July 11, 2025 • 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
Locations:
July 7: Fleet Science Center (1875 El Prado)
July 8: San Diego Zoo (2920 Zoo Dr)
July 9: AirTrack Trampoline Park (El Cajon)
July 10: Petco Park (100 Park Blvd)
July 11: Coastal Roots Farm (Carlsbad)
Registration → Camp Let Loose
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