Dark rooms, flashing lights, fog, music and some loud noises, plus free headphones and sunglasses at the desk. Meow Wolf rates every area for sound. Those ratings, and what to ask for at the desk, shape the plan.
Sensory supports. Free headphones, sound rated 1 to 10.
Hours
Days and times vary. Open every day of the week, but hours change with weather, demand and special events; open a date on the Denver ticket calendar to see that day's hours. Entry by timed ticket only.
“Consider visiting on a weekday or morning for the possibility of a smaller crowd.”
“There are many spaces or rooms throughout the exhibitions that are designed for more minimal sensory experiences.”
Meow Wolf doesn't hold sensory-friendly dates or hours. It suggests early visits, and weekday or morning visits may be less crowded. What it does offer every day is free sensory items, trained staff and some lower-sensory rooms.
The Broncos play next door. On home game days there's no on-site parking and prices climb, so check the Broncos schedule before you pick a date.
The lower-sensory rooms aren't named on a map. By Meow Wolf's own ratings the café is the quietest spot for sound, and any team member can point you to the calmest rooms that day.
Free to borrow, while supplies last: noise-canceling headphones (kids and adults), sunglasses, fidget spinners and push-pop fidgets, communication cards, an unbreakable mirror. Ask at Guest Services, just past security, when you arrive or any time during your visit.
Lower-sensory rooms exist but are not named; ask a team member which ones. Staff are trained on cognitive disabilities and sensitivities, and Meow Wolf is an IBCCES Certified Autism Center.
Re-entry: plan as if leaving ends the visit, unless Guest Services stamps your hand first. Meow Wolf says: “General Admission guests* are allowed to re-enter the exhibition on the same day that their purchased ticket is valid.” “You must visit the guest services desk to get your hand stamped before you exit.” If you might step out for a break, stop at Guest Services on the way and ask.
C-Street (sound 9 of 10, sight 9 of 10; strobe and flashing lights)not stated
Eemia (sound 9 of 10; surround sound and bass that vibrates)not stated
Ossuary (sound 9 of 10; 4D effects, strobe and flashing lights)not stated
Numina (sound 7 of 10; light to dark, bright and flashing lights, a crawl area)not stated
Transit Space (sound 6 of 10; “Sounds echo in this area.”)not stated
Quieter
HELLOFOOD café (sound 3 of 10; food smells)quiet zone
Lower-sensory rooms in the exhibit (not named; ask a team member)quiet zone
Places to sit inside the exhibit and in the lobbyquiet zone
Timed tickets; arrive about 5 minutes before your time slot. Prices change by date: General Admission starts at $37 adult and $30 kids. Check your date. Ages 3 and under free; anyone under 16 needs an adult.
Meow Wolf's Museums for All (SNAP or WIC) discount is for its Houston location only, not Denver.
Parking: $15 a day, limited, first come, first served, cards only, paid at kiosks by the front entrance. Overflow at 1408 Zuni St and the 5th Street Garage (650 Walnut St). No on-site parking during Broncos home games.
Accessible parking: 8 spots in the main lot by the entrance, first come. From other lots, allow 15 to 20 minutes to reach the main entrance.
Security: metal detector and bag check. No strollers in the exhibition (stroller parking after security); baby carriers are welcome. No bags or purses larger than 8 by 8 inches. Coat check is on the 1st floor, left of the doors.
Food: no outside food or drinks; empty liquids before security. Water refill stations at HELLOFOOD Cafe and near the lobby restrooms. To bring special dietary food, email denverhelp@meowwolf.com at least 3 days before your visit.
Accommodations: email help@meowwolf.com. Guest Experience Team: 1-866-636-9969, 10:30 am to 5:30 pm Mountain Time daily. A companion who helps a guest with a disability gets a free Companion Pass with a General Admission ticket; email help@meowwolf.com with your date and time.
Meow Wolf publishes its own Denver Sensory Guide (English PDF) rating every area for touch, taste, sound, sight and smell. Read it together the night before.
