05/14/2026
The Buffalo Bills are set to make their new Highmark Stadium one of the most sensory-inclusive sports venues in the world.
The new stadium will include 7 sensory rooms designed for autistic and sensory-sensitive fans — reportedly more than any other stadium worldwide.
For many autistic people, attending live sports can be overwhelming due to:
• loud crowd noise
• bright/flashing lights
• constant announcements
• packed concourses
• unpredictable sounds and energy
The sensory rooms are being designed to help fans regulate and decompress without having to leave the game completely. Features are expected to include quieter environments, sensory tools, calming lighting, and spaces away from the noise of the stadium.
The Bills are also partnering with KultureCity, an organization focused on sensory accessibility, to help make the experience more inclusive for fans and families.
Small changes like this can make a huge difference in whether autistic people feel able to attend large public events comfortably.
Would sensory-friendly spaces make stadiums more accessible for you? 🏈
