Special Olympics Kansas offer year-round training and athletic competition in 20 Olympic-type sports to children and adults with Intellectual Disabilities.
Special Olympics Unified Champion Schools® is an opportunity for schools to intentionally promote meaningful social inclusion.
Staying fit is more than participating in sports. It’s a lifestyle. Learn more about our programming to support an active lifestyle for all of our athletes.
Each year Special Olympics Kansas recognizes outstanding athletes and individuals who contribute to the organization.
Special Olympics Athlete Leadership Programs (ALP’s) allow athletes to explore opportunities in roles previously considered “non-traditional”.
Innovative sport and play program for children with and without intellectual disabilities, ages 2-7, designed to introduce them to the world of Special Olympics.
Tip a Cop – Texas Roadhouse Overland Park Date: Monday, December 1, 2025Time: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PMLocation: Texas Roadhouse, 9761 Metcalf Ave, Overland Park, KS 66212 Join us at Texas Roadhouse in Overland Park for a fun and heartwarming Tip a Cop event in support of Special Olympics Kansas! From 4–8 p.m., local law […]
Tip a Cop – Johnny’s Tavern Prairie Village 📅 Date: Thursday, December 4, 2025🕓 Time: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM📍 Location: Johnny’s Tavern, 8262 Mission Rd, Prairie Village, KS 66208👮 Hosted by: Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Kansas Join us at Johnny’s Tavern in Prairie Village for an evening of food, fun, and […]
Winter Games Ski Clinic Date: Sunday, January 25, 2026 Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM Location: Snow Creek, 1 Snow Creek Dr, Weston, MO 64098 Contact: Tim Rehder | rehdert@soks.org Get ready to hit the slopes at the Winter Games Ski Clinic with Special Olympics Kansas! This training opportunity is designed for athletes interested in […]
Winter Games Ski Clinic Date: February 1, 2026 Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM Location: Snow Creek, 1 Snow Creek Dr, Weston, MO 64098 Contact: Tim Rehdert Get ready to hit the slopes! The Winter Games Ski Clinic offers athletes the opportunity to train in Alpine skiing, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing in preparation for upcoming […]
Special Olympics Kansas Winter Games Date: February 4–6, 2026 Location: Snow Creek, 1 Snow Creek Dr, Weston, MO 64098 Contact: Tim Rehder The Winter Games bring together Special Olympics athletes from across the state to compete in Alpine skiing, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing. This multi-day event kicks off with a ski clinic on Wednesday, February […]
Dutch Luv DayDate: Saturday, February 14, 2026Time: 5:00 AM – 10:00 PMLocation: Various Dutch Bros Coffee locations in the Kansas City area (specific locations will be announced closer to the date) Join us for Dutch Luv Day, an annual initiative by Dutch Bros Coffee where $1 from every drink sold at participating locations is donated […]
Metro Unified Bocce Tournament Friday, February 21, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 2:00 PMBilly Mills Middle School, 2734 Louisiana Street, Lawrence, KS 66046 The Metro Unified Bocce Tournament brings together athletes and partners from across the area for a day of fun, competition, and community! This inclusive event is part of the Unified Sports program, […]
2026 Lawrence Polar Plunge February 21, 2026 • 11:00 a.m.Billy Mills Middle School – 2734 Louisiana St., Lawrence, KS 66046 Why Plunge? Get ready for the coolest pool party of the year, all in support of Special Olympics Kansas! Bring your friends, coworkers, family—or take the plunge solo—and help raise funds to provide year-round sports […]
2026 Kansas City Polar Plunge February 28, 2026 • Arrival 9:00 a.m.Shawnee Mission Park Lake Beach – Shawnee, KS Why Plunge? Get ready to make a splash for a cause at the coolest pool party of the year! Join hundreds of plungers as they brave the cold waters of Shawnee Mission Park Lake to support […]
KC Metro Regional BasketballSunday, March 8, 20268:00 AM – 4:00 PMShawnee Mission East High School – 7500 Mission Rd, Prairie Village, KS 66208Shawnee Mission South High School – 5800 W 107th St, Overland Park, KS 66207 Cheer on athletes at the Metro Regional Basketball Tournament, featuring teams from across the metro area competing for medals […]
KC Metro Unified Soccer Tournament Saturday, April 25, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM Olathe East High School Join us for the Unified Soccer Tournament, bringing together athletes with and without intellectual disabilities from the Metro and North Central areas! This Unified Sports event provides an opportunity for teamwork, friendship, and competition in a […]
KC Metro Regional Bowling Saturday, July 25, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 1:30 PMOlathe East Lanes, Olathe & Park Lanes, Shawnee, KS Get ready to roll! The KC Metro Bowling event brings together athletes from across the region to compete in this classic Special Olympics sport. Participants will showcase their skills, challenge themselves to set […]
