SENSORY-FRIENDLY NIGHTS RETURN TO BLUE CROSS ARENA FOR 2024-25 SEASON
Amerks hosting four sensory-friendly nights in collaboration with Camp Puzzle Peace beginning Wednesday, Nov. 13 against Laval
Oct 31, 2024The Rochester Americans announced today the return of several sensory-friendly nights during the 2024-25 regular-season at The Blue Cross Arena.
Back by popular demand and as part of the team’s ongoing effort to make hockey more inclusive for more fans, the Amerks are teaming up with Camp Puzzle Peace to host four sensory-friendly games throughout the season, beginning on Wednesday, Nov. 13 against Laval.
Additional sensory-friendly dates on this year’s schedule include Wednesday, Dec. 18 against Syracuse, Wednesday, Feb. 19 against Cleveland and Wednesday, April 2 against Springfield.
These games will include lower music levels, no goal horn, no flashing lights, and dimmer lighting throughout the arena bowl. Noisemakers of any kind will not be permitted inside Blue Cross Arena or sold at the team store.
“Camp Puzzle Peace is excited to be partnering with the Amerks to provide greater accessibility for families during the inclusive sensory games throughout the season,” said Executive Director Jen Hackett. “Together we can support more families to have greater opportunities and family experiences.”
There will also be a sensory-friendly room available, which will include blue light coverings, a white noise machine, LED lightcubes, lava lamps, large, weighted sloth lap covering, sensory body sack, bouncing ball with handle, a caterpillar tunnel, various sensory and fidget toys, and sensory bags.
“Our sensory-friendly games allow fans and families of loved ones with sensory needs and other disabilities an opportunity to attend in an environment that is comfortable and respectful to those needs,” said Amerks Vice President of Business Operations Chad Buck. “After the success we saw last season and based on the feedback we received from those in the community, it was essential to continue offering sensory-friendly games and create lasting memories for families who otherwise wouldn’t have the opportunity to attend a live sporting event.”
Sensory bags, consisting of over-the-ear headphones, ear plugs, sunglasses, fidget toy, coloring book and crayons, sanitizing wipes, tissues, and communication cards, are available for use at all sporting and live events at Blue Cross Arena. Bags can be borrowed from the first aid room on the upper concourse of the venue.
Amerks 2024-25 single-game tickets start at just $10 while Season Ticket Memberships, which start as low as just $17 per game, are on-sale now and come with several Members-only perks and benefits. Full and Half Season Membership options are also available. For more information on Amerks Season Tickets or to sign up today, call 585-454-5335 or visit www.amerks.com/memberships.