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.
2025 Special Olympics NAIA BASKETBALL SKILLS CLINIC EVENT DETAILS: Sunday, March 23 3:00-4:30p.m. Municipal Auditorium (downtown Kansas City; on 13th Street, between Wyandotte and Central) The event is FREE for all participants. The event is open to special needs kids in the greater Kansas City area. We'll gather in the main lobby (North entrance) of […]
The Victory Gala📅 Date: Saturday, November 8, 2025🕠 Time: 5:30 PM - 10:30 PM📍 Location: Embassy Suites, 10401 S Ridgeview Rd, Olathe, KS 66061 Join us for a glamorous evening at The Victory Gala, benefiting Special Olympics Kansas. This unforgettable night will celebrate the incredible achievements of our athletes and the community that supports them. […]
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Unified Soccer & E-Sports Tournament Date: April 12, 2025 Time: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM Location: Tonganoxie High School, 404 US-24, Tonganoxie, KS 66086 Join us for an exciting day of competition and camaraderie at the Unified Soccer & E-Sports Tournament! This event brings athletes of all abilities together to compete in soccer games and […]
Benedictine Field DayDate: Saturday, April 12, 2025Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PMLocation: Murphy Recreation Center, Benedictine College, 1020 N. 2nd St., Atchison, KSContact: Erin McDaniel – mcdaniele@soks.org🔗 Register now: Field Day Registration Join us for a fun-filled morning of physical activity at Benedictine Field Day! This inclusive event is open to families and individuals of […]
Young Athletes Fest – A Day of Inclusion & Fun! Join us for the Young Athletes Fest on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at Tonganoxie High School! This exciting event is designed to introduce children to the world of sports in a fun, inclusive, and engaging way. Date: April 12, 2025Location: Tonganoxie High School (404 US-24, […]
Kansas City Metro Regional Track & Field Meet 🏃♂️🔥 Join us for an exciting day of competition at the Kansas City Metro Regional Track & Field Meet! 📅 Date: Saturday, April 26, 2025⏰ Time: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM📍 Location: Shawnee Mission South High School (5800 W 107th St, Overland Park, KS 66207) Athletes from […]
Metro Soccer Tournament📅 Date: Sunday, May 4, 2025🕘 Time: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM📍 Location: Black Bob Park, 14500 W 151st, Olathe, KS 66062 Come out and support the athletes of Special Olympics Kansas at the Metro Soccer Tournament! Teams from across the region will compete in an exciting day of soccer, demonstrating teamwork, determination, […]
Date: Tuesday, May 13, 2025Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PMLocation: Blue Valley Northwest High School, Event Type: Regional Sports – Tennis SkillsContact: Tim | rehdert@soks.org Event Description:Join us for an exciting evening on the court at the Metro Tennis Skills Competition! Athletes of all skill levels are invited to participate in this fun and inclusive event […]
2025 Kansas City LETR Torch Walk 🔥 Join us for the Kansas City Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) Torch Walk and help carry the flame of hope for Special Olympics Kansas athletes! 📅 Date: Saturday, May 17, 2025⏰ Time: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM📍 Location: Frontier Park (15501 Indian Creek Pkwy, Olathe, KS 66062) The […]
Date: Saturday, May 17, 2025Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PMLocation: Shawnee Mission South High School5800 W 107th St, Overland Park, KS 66207Event Type: Regional Sports – BocceContact: Tim | rehdert@soks.org Event Description:Special Olympics Kansas is excited to host the KC Metro Regional Bocce Tournament on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at Shawnee Mission South High School! […]
