A Destination Mindful of All Your Senses.
Mesa, Arizona is the first-ever Autism Certified City in the United States.
WHAT: 15th Annual Autism Speaks Walk on Wheels (Drive-Thru)
The annual Autism Speaks Walk in partnership with SARRC has got a brand-new look! To ensure the safety of our community, SARRC and Autism Speaks are making a few changes to the 2020 Walk event. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we are transforming our traditional day-of-event into a new, fun, and engaging way so our participants may safely participate this year.
WHEN: October 31, 2020
WHERE: Mesa Convention Center, 201 N Center St
This event is free to participate, registration is required
Mesa, Arizona is your newest place to play and experience authentic Arizona fun with confidence, knowing your needs come first.
Discover the country’s first Autism Certified City! Recognized nationally as one of the most family-friendly communities in the United States, Mesa hotels and attractions are rolling out the red carpet to welcome travelers on the spectrum. Whether creating a work of art, panning for gold, or exploring our stunning desert landscape for the first time, Mesa offers a full-sensory experience for every family.
Official Autism Travel Guide
Find comprehensive information and tools to plan your family's visit to Mesa.
Learn MoreAutism Travel GeoTour
Visit Mesa’s Autism Travel GeoTour is a strategic collection of geocaches anchored at many of Mesa’s participating Certified Autism Centers and city parks — these hidden finds will get the whole family hunting and gathering for fun! All ages and all lifestyles from outdoor adventurers to tech-lovers will enjoy the thrill of searching for geocaches on this custom family-friendly tour.
COMPANIES THAT HAVE COMPLETED OR COMMITTED TO CERTIFICATION:
Click on company name for more information
LODGING
- Best Western Plus Mesa
- Courtyard Phoenix Mesa
- Delta Hotels by Marriott Phoenix-Mesa
- DoubleTree by Hilton Phoenix Mesa
- Four Points by Sheraton at Phoenix Mesa Gateway Airport
- Hyatt Place Phoenix-Mesa
- Residence Inn Phoenix Mesa
- Saguaro Lake Guest Ranch
- Sheraton Mesa Hotel at Wrigleyville West
ATTRACTIONS
- Arizona Goat Yoga
- Arizona Museum of Natural History
- Butterfly Wonderland
- City of Mesa: Parks, Recreation & Community Facilities
- Escape Rooms Mesa
- Hohokam Stadium (Oakland A's)
- i.d.e.a. Museum
- Jake’s Unlimited
- Longbow Golf Club
- Mesa Arts Center
- Mesa Convention Center / Mesa Amphitheater
- Mesa Public Library at Dobson Ranch
- Mesa Film Festival
- Mesa Music Festival
- OdySea Aquarium
- Riverbound Sports Paddle Co.
- Saguaro Lake Guest Ranch
- Sloan Park (Chicago Cubs)
- True Garden Urban Farm
TRANSPORTATION SERVICES
DINING
- Cafe Azul @ Delta Hotels by Marriott Phoenix-Mesa
- Jake’s Unlimited
- Jarrod's Coffee, Tea & Gallery
- La Plancha Grill @ Sheraton Mesa Hotel at Wrigleyville West
- Main Street Bar & Grill
- The Grille at Longbow Golf Course
- The Resident @ DoubleTree by Hilton Phoenix Mesa
COMMUNITY RESOURCES
- Arizona Office of Tourism
- City of Mesa: Fire & Medical Department
- City of Mesa: Police Department
- College Bound AZ
- Copa Health, powered by MARC Community Resources and Partners in Recovery
- Differently Abled Mothers Empowerment Society (DAMES)
- East Valley Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
- East Valley Partnership
- Gateway Bank
- Helen's Hope Chest
- House of Refuge
- Lexington Therapy
- Mesa Chamber of Commerce
- Mesa Convention Center / Mesa Amphitheater
- Mesa Hohokams
- Norris Air
- Pawsitive Friendships
- Salt River Project (SRP)
- Salt River Vaulters
- Town of Queen Creek Fire & Medical
- Town of Queen Creek: Parks & Recreation Department
- Visit Mesa
