Submitted by San Juan County.

The San Juan County Fair strives to be an event for all San Juan County residents, but as beloved an event as the fair can be, for some, it may prove to be too overwhelming to enjoy. “The bright flashing lights, loud music and large crowds keep many of our residents from visiting the Fair and we are hoping to change that,” says Events Coordinator Amanda Smith. “This year, we are introducing two new offerings to help make everyone feel more welcome: a “calm down” tent and a “sensory-friendly” morning.

By decreasing sounds, motion, or lights to create a calmer environment, this programming can help provide an environment for individuals with autism spectrum disorder or sensory processing disorder to join in on all the fair fun!

The Calm Down Tent will provide

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