Air Zoo’s Sensory-Friendly Sundays: Inclusive, Accessible, and Perfect for Sensitive Explorers

Select Sundays are Now Sensory Friendly at the Air Zoo

New for 2025, the Air Zoo welcomes visitors to experience the museum in a more sensory-friendly way.

If your family needs a quieter, more relaxed environment to explore the hands-on exhibits and amazing aircraft, this is the perfect way to experience it.

Read on for what to expect during Sensory Friendly Sundays at the Air Zoo and when they are offered this year:

Sensory-Friendly Sundays Highlights

On four Sundays throughout the year, the Air Zoo opens early at 10 AM for visitors with sensory sensitivities.

On those special mornings, guests will experience dimmed lights, reduced noise, and quiet spaces while they explore the museum.

At 11 AM, rides start running, bringing a bit more excitement (and noise).

By noon, the museum fully opens to the public, but quiet areas and sensory bags are available.

2025 Sensory-Friendly Sundays Dates

February 16
May 18
August 17
November 16

Location

Air Zoo – 6151 Portage Rd, Portage, MI 49002

Hours & Admission

Sensory-Friendly Sunday Hours
10 AM – Noon (rides start at 11 AM)

Museum Hours
Monday – Saturday: 9 AM – 5 PM
Sunday: Noon – 5 PM

Daily Admission*

Adults	$18
Seniors (60+)	$15
Children (5-17)	$16
Children (0-4)	FREE
Museums for All	$2
Air Zoo Members	FREE
Parking	FREE

*Discounts for groups, police, fire, US military, and veterans.

Accessibility & Inclusivity at the Air Zoo

At the Air Zoo, you can expect a safe, welcoming, and accessible space for all guests to enjoy every day, not just on Sensory-Friendly Sundays.

Accessible Parking	Reserved parking near entrances for vehicles with a disability plate or placard.
Wheelchairs & Wagons	Free wheelchairs and wagons Location: Ticket Counter or Membership Desk
Accessibility	All galleries are wheelchair, wagon, and stroller-friendly
Restrooms	ADA-compliant restrooms, including gender-neutral single-stall restrooms
Nursing Room	Private space for nursing or pumping Location: Second Floor
Service Dogs	Service dogs are welcome at the Air Zoo. Emotional support animals are welcome in outdoor spaces only.
Visual Impairment	Free touch-tours available for visually impaired guests (call ahead).
Sensory Processing Needs	The Air Zoo has been a Sensory Inclusive™ Certified Location since 2021.

Air Zoo + KultureCity: Supporting Sensory Needs

The Air Zoo is a KultureCity Sensory Inclusive™ Certified Location, with these resources available to all guests (while supplies last):

Sensory Bags	Include fidgets, noise-canceling headphones, and KCVIP badges Location: Available for checkout at the Ticket Counter and Gift Shop
Weighted Lap Pads	Available at the Ticket Counter
Social Story	A visual guide to help families prepare for their visit