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.
2026 Salina Polar Plunge February 7, 2026Webster Conference Center – 2601 N Ohio St, Salina, KS 67401 Why Plunge? Join the “Coolest Pool Party of the Year” and help support the athletes of Special […]
2026 Topeka Polar Plunge February 7, 2026 | 11 AMLocation: TBD Why Plunge? Dive into the fun and chill of winter for a great cause! The 2026 Topeka Polar Plunge is a powerful way to […]
Southeast Regional Basketball & CheerleadingWednesday, February 12, 20269:00 AM – 1:00 PMJohn Lance Arena – 1701 S Homer St, Pittsburg, KS 66762 Join us for the Southeast Regional Traditional Basketball […]
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 […]
2026 Manhattan Polar Plunge February 14, 2026 • 11:00 a.m.Tuttle Creek State Park — 5800 River Pond Road, Manhattan, KS 66502 Why Plunge? Join the coolest pool party of the year in support of **Special Olympics Kansas! […]
2026 Pittsburg Polar Plunge February 14, 2026 • 12:00 p.m.Location: TBD Why Plunge? Get ready to dive into the cold for a purpose! The 2026 Pittsburg Polar Plunge supports Special Olympics Kansas and helps provide year‑round sports training, health […]
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 […]
South Central Regional Basketball and CheerDate: February 21, 2026Time: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PMLocation: Haysville Middle School & Campus High School The South Central Regional Basketball and Cheer Tournament brings […]
2026 Emporia Polar Plunge February 21, 2026 • 11:30 a.m. Dive into the fun and chill of winter for a great cause at the 2026 Emporia Polar Plunge, proudly supporting […]
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 […]
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