Chuck E. Cheese Launches Sensory Sensitive Birthdays in Tampa
Chuck E. Cheese Launches Sensory Sensitive Birthdays in Tampa
IRVING, Texas (March 31, 2026) — Chuck E. Cheese, the Birthday Capital of the Universe®, is kicking off World Autism Month with the launch of new Sensory Sensitive Birthdays on April 1. This inclusive birthday party experience combines the fun of a traditional Chuck E. Cheese birthday party with thoughtful modifications that prioritize comfort, flexibility and individual needs. With 1 in 31 children in the United States on the autism spectrum, the need for inclusive family entertainment is greater than ever. Created in collaboration with Autism Speaks, Sensory Sensitive Birthdays empower families to celebrate in a way that best fits their child’s needs, with the ability to opt in or out of key sensory elements of the Chuck E. Cheese birthday experience. These special Mega Fun or Ultimate Fun birthday parties, available during Sensory Sensitive Sundays (SSS), include two hours of unlimited game play, food and drinks, collectible cups, Dippin’ Dots® ice cream, a dedicated birthday party host, the iconic Ticket Blaster Experience and other birthday-child perks, with sensory-friendly goody bags included exclusively in the Ultimate Fun package. The new offer builds on the brand’s trusted SSS program, which has hosted nearly 30,000 events, further deepening Chuck E. Cheese’s commitment to providing a fun, safe and inclusive environment for children with autism and other special needs. Chuck E. Cheese offers SSS events year-round on the first Sunday of every month at participating locations, providing dimmed lighting, reduced noise levels and a calmer atmosphere where children can enjoy their favorite food, games and activities. “As the Birthday Capital of the Universe, we believe every child deserves a birthday they’ll never forget, on their own terms,” said CEC Entertainment President and CEO Scott Drake. “Sensory Sensitive Birthdays bring that belief to life, creating a more inclusive celebration where every child can feel seen, supported and celebrat