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.
The 2025 State Basketball & Cheerleading Tournament will be held in Manhattan and Hays on March 21-22. Please contact Tim Rehder with any questions or concerns at rehdert@soks.org. Venue Information Full Event Page Info 2025 Manhattan Venues Map Anthony Recreation Center Map Eisenhower Recreation Center Map 2025 Hays Venues Map Gross Memorial Coliseum/Cunningham Hall […]
Healthy Hearing Screening at Hays State Basketball – March 22, 2025 Special Olympics Kansas is excited to bring Healthy Hearing to the Hays State Basketball Tournament for the second year in a row! Join us on Saturday, March 22, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Gross Memorial Coliseum (600 Park St, Hays, […]
Larned/Pawnee County Law Enforcement Torch Run Date: Wednesday, May 14, 2025Time: 10:45 AM – 1:00 PMStarting Location: Larned Swimming Pool – 100 W 1st St, Larned, KS 67550Ending Location: Pawnee County Courthouse – 715 Broadway, Larned, KS 67550Hosted by: Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) for Special Olympics Kansas 🔥 Join the Flame of Hope in […]
West Region Track and Field Get ready to cheer on our amazing athletes at the West Region Track and Field competition on Saturday, April 26, 2025! Held at Memorial Stadium in Dodge City, KS, this event showcases the determination and talent of Special Olympics Kansas athletes in a variety of track and field events. Event […]
LETR Walmart Shirt Sale – Great Bend Date: Friday, May 9, 2025Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PMLocation: Walmart – 3503 10th St, Great Bend, KS 67530Hosted by: Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) for Special Olympics Kansas Join us at the Great Bend Walmart for a day of community, connection, and support for Special Olympics Kansas! […]
Custard with Cops – Benefiting Special Olympics KansasDate: Wednesday, July 23, 2025Time: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PMLocation: Freddy’s Frozen Custard (12 Kansas locations listed below) Join us for a cool treat and a warm cause at our annual Custard with Cops event! In partnership with Freddy’s Frozen Custard, LETR officers and Special Olympics Kansas athletes […]
Cops at Donut Shops Date: Friday, August 22, 2025Time: 7:00 AM – 10:00 AMLocation: All stand-alone Dunkin' locations across Kansas Join Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) officers and Special Olympics Kansas athletes at participating Dunkin' locations across the state for our beloved annual event, Cops at Donut Shops. LETR Officers and athletes will be on-site greeting […]
Lemonade Battle in Garden City & LETR Torch RunDate: Wednesday, August 27, 2025Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM (Lemonade Battle) | 8:30 PM (Torch Run)Location: Golden Belt Credit Union, 1714 Kansas Ave E, Garden City, KS 67846Hosted by: Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Kansas Join us at Golden Belt Credit Union for an […]
Northwest Kansas Truck Convoy Presented by the Kansas Law Enforcement Torch RunDate: Saturday, September 6, 2025Time: 2:00 PM – 8:00 PMEnding Location: Colby Event Center – Auxiliary Gym, 1200 S Franklin Ave, Colby, KS 67701Register or donate: charity.pledgeit.org/NWKS The Northwest Kansas Truck Convoy, a proud tradition of the Kansas Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR), is […]
Join the Southwest Kansas Truck Convoy Benefiting Special Olympics Kansas The Southwest Kansas Truck Convoy is a powerful event that brings together truckers, law enforcement, and the community to support Special Olympics Kansas athletes. This unique fundraiser showcases the trucking industry's dedication to inclusion and giving back. Event Details: Date: Saturday, September 20, 2025 Starting […]
Experience the Excitement of Southwest Kansas Independent Lucha Libre Wrestling! Join us for an action-packed night of high-flying, adrenaline-pumping wrestling entertainment, all in support of Special Olympics Kansas. The Southwest Kansas Independent Lucha Libre Wrestlers are bringing their incredible talent to Dodge City for a special event you won’t want to miss! Event Details:Date: Saturday, […]
2025 West Regional Bowling Date: Saturday, October 25, 2025Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PMLocation: Centennial Lanes, 2400 Vine St, Hays, KS 67601Volunteer Registration: Sign up here The West Regional Bowling competition is returning to Hays this fall as athletes from across western Kansas come together for an exciting day of strikes, spares, and spirited competition. Hosted […]
