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.
Metro Unified Basketball Tournament Date: Saturday, October 18, 2025Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PMLocation: Gardner Edgerton High School425 Waverly Rd, Gardner, KS 66030Event Contact: Caroline Meyers (meyersc@soks.org)Volunteer Sign-Up: https://givepul.se/1cb8wt The competition is heating up! Join us for the Metro Unified Basketball Tournament, where student-athletes with and without intellectual disabilities from across the Metro region will […]
KC Metro Regional Volleyball TournamentHOA Volleyball – 548 S Coy St, Kansas City, KSSunday, October 19, 20259:00 AM – 1:00 PM Join us for an action-packed morning at the KC Metro Regional Volleyball Tournament, where Special Olympics Kansas athletes will bring the energy, teamwork, and competitive spirit to the court. Hosted at HOA Volleyball in […]
KC Metro Regional Cornhole Competition Date: Sunday, October 19, 2025Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PMLocation: Heart of America Volleyball548 Coy St, Kansas City, KS 66105Event Contact: Tim Rehder (rehdert@soks.org) The bags will fly at the Metro Regional Cornhole Competition! Following the morning volleyball tournament, the courts at Heart of America Volleyball will be transformed for […]
KC Metro Inclusive Youth Leadership Summit Date: Monday, October 20, 2025Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PMLocation: College Basketball Experience1401 Grand Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64106Event Contact: Caitlin Pierce (piercec@soks.org) The Special Olympics Kansas Inclusive Youth Leadership Summit is back and bigger than ever! This one-day event brings together middle and high school students with and […]
State Volleyball Championship Get ready for an action-packed day at the 2025 State Volleyball Championship, where Special Olympics Kansas athletes will bump, set, and spike their way to victory! 📅 Friday, November 7, 2025 🕘 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM 📍 Okun Fieldhouse (20200 Johnson Dr, Shawnee, KS 66218) Come cheer on teams from across […]
Celebrate Inclusion at the 3rd Annual Victory Gala Join us for an unforgettable evening at the 3rd Annual Victory Gala, hosted by Special Olympics Kansas. Set against the vibrant backdrop of Embassy Suites & Olathe Conference Center this signature event brings together community leaders, supporters, and athletes to honor the spirit of inclusion and achievement. […]
📢 Event Update: Due to the current weather conditions, we are rescheduling tonight’s Tip-A-Cop event at Texas Roadhouse in Overland Park to ensure the safety of our officers, athletes, supporters, and restaurant staff. We will share new event details as soon as it is confirmed. Thank you for your understanding, and please stay safe out […]
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 […]
Tip-A-Cop — Texas Roadhouse (Overland Park Make-Up Event)Date: January 15, 2026Time: 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.Location: Texas Roadhouse — Overland Park locationOrganizer: Ryan Warren Join us for a special Tip-A-Cop event at Texas Roadhouse in Overland Park! This make-up event is being held after our originally scheduled date was cancelled due to snow. Local law […]
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 […]
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