Des Moines Symphony Sensory Friendly Concert
Des Moines Symphony
Des Moines, Iowa - Polk County
Source checked
Jun 3, 2026
Des Moines
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1011 Locust St Ste 200, Des Moines, IA 50309
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Quick answer
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Provider overview
The Des Moines Symphony offers a Sensory Friendly Concert for audiences of all abilities, with flexible seating, a Quiet Zone, a Social Story, and Concert Buddy volunteers.
The Des Moines Symphony is a Des Moines professional orchestra whose Symphony & Academy presents a recurring Sensory Friendly Concert for audiences of all abilities.
Quick facts
- Registration
- We did not find this in the public sources we checked
- Contact page
- https://www.dmsymphony.org/contact/
- Phone
- 515-280-4000
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- Ages
- Audiences of all ages and abilities, including individuals on the autism spectrum and those with sensory sensitivities
- Season
- Sensory Friendly Concert offered on set dates; confirm the current concert date
- Cost
- The source describes general admission tickets around $10; confirm current pricing and registration.
Location contacts
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Concert dates and venues vary. Families should confirm the current Sensory Friendly Concert date and accommodations directly.
Programs and offerings
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Sensory Friendly Concert
Sensory-friendly orchestra concert, Quiet Zone, Social Story, comfort items, Concert Buddies, dates, and tickets.
- Ages
- Audiences of all ages and abilities, including individuals on the autism spectrum and those with sensory sensitivities
- Season
- Sensory Friendly Concert offered on set dates; confirm the current concert date
- Schedule
- Check the Des Moines Symphony for the current Sensory Friendly Concert date, the pre-concert open house, and tickets.
- Cost
- The source describes general admission tickets around $10; confirm current pricing and registration.
How we checked this listing (1 public source)
Source notes only. They do not evaluate quality, safety, fit, or availability.
Listing check
- Last checked
- Jun 3, 2026
- Why this is listed
- The Des Moines Symphony presents a Sensory Friendly Concert designed for audiences of all ages and abilities, including individuals on the autism spectrum and those with sensory sensitivities, with flexible seating, a designated Quiet Zone with bean bag chairs and fidgets, a downloadable Social Story and pictorial schedule, and Concert Buddy volunteers.
- Sources used
- 1 public source
- Location contacts
- 1 public contact found
Program details we found
Sensory Friendly Concert
The Des Moines Symphony presents a Sensory Friendly Concert designed for audiences of all ages and abilities, including individuals on the autism spectrum and those with sensory sensitivities, with flexible seating, a designated Quiet Zone with bean bag chairs and fidgets, a downloadable Social Story and pictorial schedule, and Concert Buddy volunteers.
Inclusion and support details
What the provider says: The source names a sensory-friendly concert, the autism spectrum, sensory sensitivities, flexible seating, a Quiet Zone with bean bag chairs and fidgets, a Social Story and pictorial schedule, and Concert Buddy volunteers.
Access notes to confirm: Ask about the Quiet Zone, the Social Story and schedule, bringing comfort items, the relaxed atmosphere, Concert Buddy support, and the pre-concert open house.
What we checked
What we found: The Des Moines Symphony presents a Sensory Friendly Concert designed for audiences of all ages and abilities, including individuals on the autism spectrum and those with sensory sensitivities, with flexible seating, a designated Quiet Zone with bean bag chairs and fidgets, a downloadable Social Story and pictorial schedule, and Concert Buddy volunteers.
We avoid ranking, recommending, evaluating quality, or making safety claims. Use the source links and contact the provider before enrolling.
Sources used
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- Provider websiteDes Moines Symphony - Sensory Friendly Concert
Please confirm current details directly before enrolling.
What to confirm
- Openings, deadlines, cost, and cancellation rules.
- Ages, eligibility, forms, and first-visit expectations.
- Support model, staff preparation, supervision, and safety policies.
- Exact location, entrance, parking, equipment, and what to bring.
Questions to ask before you register
Use these as a starting point. They are not a quality rating or recommendation.
- Do you currently have openings, waitlists, deadlines, or intake steps?
- What ages, support needs, communication needs, mobility needs, or supervision levels can this specific program support?
- What should families know about cost, financial assistance, cancellation rules, forms, and first-visit expectations?
- For sensory-friendly activities: what changes are made to sound, lighting, crowds, timing, quiet space, and re-entry?
- Who should families contact to talk through accommodations before registering?
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Is Des Moines Symphony Sensory Friendly Concert reviewed for quality by Inclusive Programs Guide?
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