A New Way to Celebrate!
Join us for the Third Annual Sensory Sensitive Fourth of July Celebration at The Sound at Cypress Waters on July 3, starting at 6 pm!
(This is a free event, and we highly encourage you to RSVP to receive updates and notifications.)
This special Independence Day event offers a fun and safe alternative for individuals and pets with noise sensitivity. After two years of laser light shows, we have transitioned to an exciting new feature: the Star Spangle Glow, an LED Bracelet Experience (while supplies last). These bracelets synchronize to create a dynamic light display, ensuring a unique and engaging celebration.
Designed with sensory sensitivities in mind, this event is perfect for:
• Individuals on the autism spectrum or those with conditions affecting social skills, repetitive behaviors, speech, and nonverbal communication.
• Veterans and others with aversion to loud noises
• Families with pets affected by loud sounds
Enjoy a concert by Reputation, A Tribute to Taylor Swift, animal education from Creature Teacher, the Dallas Symphony Orchestra Petting Zoo, face painting, interactive vendor booths, sweet treats and more. Join us on July 3rd from 6 – 10 PM! For more details, visit our website.
6-8 PM
Creature Teacher
Dallas Symphony Orchestra Petting Zoo
Spin The Spectrum
Face Painting + Air Brush Tattoos
Interactive Vendor Booths – Games, Crafts, Prizes & more
Dog Adoptions
7:30-9:30 PM
Reputation, A Taylor Swift Tribute
9:40 PM – 10 PM
Star Spangle Glow
An LED Bracelet Experience (While supplies last)
• Individuals on the autism spectrum or those with conditions affecting social skills, repetitive behaviors, speech, and nonverbal communication.
• Veterans and others with aversion to loud noises
• Families with pets affected by loud sounds
Enjoy a concert by Reputation, A Tribute to Taylor Swift, animal education from Creature Teacher, the Dallas Symphony Orchestra Petting Zoo, face painting, interactive vendor booths, sweet treats and more. Join us on July 3rd from 6 – 10 PM! For more details, visit our website.
6-8 PM
Creature Teacher
Dallas Symphony Orchestra Petting Zoo
Spin The Spectrum
Face Painting + Air Brush Tattoos
Interactive Vendor Booths – Games, Crafts, Prizes & more
Dog Adoptions
7:30-9:30 PM
Reputation, A Taylor Swift Tribute
9:40 PM – 10 PM
Star Spangle Glow
An LED Bracelet Experience (While supplies last)
More information on this event will be coming soon, but you’ll want to mark your calendars now for this spectacular event!
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A short Story of what to expect
at our Sensory Sensitive Event!
frequently asked question
The Sensory Sensitive 4th of July Celebration has been designed to be sensory-friendly and welcoming for people with Autism, sensory issues, Veterans, and pets! There will be a number of activities at The Sound including a balloon artist, face painting, Creature Teacher, a live band Reputation, A Taylor Swift Tribute and Star Spangled Glow, An LED Bracelet Experience in place of fireworks!
Read our “What to Expect at the Sensory Sensitive 4th of July Celebration!” story to your children or loved ones with Autism or anxiety! Knowing what to expect ahead of time can help people feel better about trying something new!
Schedule:
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm:
Picnic areas open, Animal Educational area, Dallas Symphony Orchestra Petting Zoo, DFW Disc Dog Demonstrations, Riverside Church Arts and Crafts, Face Painting and Balloon Art
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm:
Reputation, A Taylor Swift Tribute on stage at the Rogers-O’Brien Amphitheater
9:40 pm: Star Spangle Glow A LED Bracelet Experience
Complimentary earplugs and pom poms will be available at all retailers at The Sound! Ear plugs will help block out the noise. For those feeling overwhelmed, using these simple items may offer a sense of relief from too much sensory input. We suggest reading the “What To Expect” Story above with your child or loved one so they’ll be better prepared to attend! Knowing what to expect in advance often cuts down on anxiety! For older teens or adults, viewing The Sound’s website and reviewing photos of the stage and surrounding buildings may help them feel less anxious! You may also want to discuss what your family or group will be doing in advance- i.e.- eating at one of the restaurants, or bringing your own food, or whatever the case may be. Managing expectations ahead of time can often cut down on anxiety or conflict.
The entire event was created to take into account the needs of those with sensory issues, but should you or a loved one feel overwhelmed during the event, The Sound will have one designated “Calm Zone” in the Town Hall which is located upstairs of The Flying Saucer, inside, for anyone who may need a break from action! This zone can be easily located on the Event map found on the Sensory Sensitive website below.
The Lightbridge Academy booth and restaurants at The Sound will have complimentary ear plugs!
For parents of children with Autism, we suggest bringing snacks, toys, and activities to do while waiting for the activities and festivities! You may want to bring your own sensory items such as noise-canceling headphones, or any other preferred items. All Sensory Sensitive Celebration guests should bring their own blankets and/or lawn chairs to sit on in the grass areas of The Sound.
There are six restaurants within The Sound and you can check out the restaurants and menus here: https://thesoundtx.com/dine/ Restaurant staff have received training on how to be Autism-friendly which will also benefit those with sensory challenges! If you want to cut down on wait times, you can pre-order your food from the restaurants using the link provided! You are also welcome to bring your own picnic food and drinks!
Parking is free and available! You can see the Parking map below.
Yes! Pets are welcome! All pets must be on leashes!
drop us a line
We want to make sure you ahve all the information you need to make this a stress-free and enjoyable event. If you have any questions at all, please contact us below!
Information
address
3111 Olympus Blvd, Coppell, TX 75019
Date & Time
- Sunday, July 3rd, 2023
- 6PM - 10PM
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