Sensory Sunday at The Exchange

Carlow County Council is piloting a new “Sensory Sunday” event at The Exchange, specially designed for families with children with additional needs in partnership with Active Carlow.

This event is being hosted for a 3rd time with each session designed to provide a calm, safe, and fun environment.

The second Sensory Sunday will take place in partnership with Scats Bouncing Castles and the Sensco Sensory Bus, where families can enjoy:

✅ The Sensco Sensory Bus
✅ Bouncing castles (quiet and fun-friendly)
✅ Gentle games and activities

Free tickets will be available online from Monday 23rd November 2025

Important Info

• Tickets are first-come, first-served.
• Each family session lasts 1 hour (45 minutes of play + 15 minutes for changeover).
• Please arrive 10 minutes before your session to ensure a smooth transition.
• Parents/guardians must remain with children at all times.

Terms & Conditions

• Tickets are available on Eventbrite on a first-come, first-served basis.
• As this is a free event, each email account can book a maximum of 4 tickets and one session only.
• Tickets (E-tickets) are required for entry and must be shown on the day. They cannot be resold or transferred without consent from Carlow County Council.
• Children must be accompanied by a parent/guardian aged 18 years or over

Health & Safety

• Please follow safety guidelines and signage provided by Scats Bouncing Castles and Sensco staff.
• Height, age, size, or medical restrictions may apply on some activities.
• For safety reasons, guests with plaster casts are not permitted on bouncing castles.
• Comfortable clothing and footwear are advised.

Behaviour & Conduct

• Sensory Sunday is designed as a welcoming and inclusive space. Respectful behaviour is expected at all times.
• Threatening or abusive behaviour towards staff or other visitors will not be tolerated and may result in removal from the venue.
• No pets (except registered assistance dogs) are permitted.
• Prohibited items include alcohol, weapons, fireworks, glass bottles, and any other unsafe objects.

Photography

• Families are welcome to take photos of their own children. Out of respect for privacy, photography of other children/families is not permitted without consent.
• Carlow County Council and its partners may take photos/videos for promotional purposes. By attending, you consent to this unless you notify staff on the day.

Liability & Weather

• Carlow County Council and its partners are not responsible for loss or damage to personal property.
• In the unlikely event of cancellation (e.g., for safety or operational reasons), Carlow County Council will notify ticket holders.

📍 Location: The Exchange, Potato Market, Carlow Town Centre
📞 Info: Carlow County Council – Local Enterprise Office
Tel: 059-9129783 | Email: enterprise@carlowcoco.ie