The Nashville Fair has also partnered with ABS Kids to create a designated Sensory Space in EXPO 3 in combined booths 8 & 9 at the Fair. Through this collaborative partnership, we are providing a welcoming, compassionate environment for individuals with ASD and related disabilities including learning difficulties, developmental disabilities, or sensory impairments. Anyone who is experiencing sensory overload is welcome to take a break in this indoor, air-conditioned space that includes sensory bins, fidget toys, and padded flooring.
ABS Kids will be on site to staff the Sensory Space during the designated Sensory Friendly Hours for added support as well as hand out Sensory Kits at the main fair entrance on Craighead St. The designated space itself will be available throughout all ten days of the fair. The Sensory Space can accommodate up to 3 families at a time. EXPO 3 will also feature educational resources and adjacent booths from Be Well, VUMC Sense Lab Autism Study, and Autism Tennessee.