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 USA Games Final Leg – WichitaJune 7, 2026 | 1:30 PM – 2:00 PM Start: Old Cowtown MuseumFinish: Wichita City Hall (Law Enforcement Memorial) Be part of a powerful and historic moment as Wichita hosts the Final Leg of the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games Torch Run. Law enforcement officers and Special Olympics athletes […]
Hays Torch Run 2026June 16, 2026 | 5:30 PM – 7:00 PMStart: 105 West 12th StreetFinish: 4th and Main Join us in Hays for the 2026 Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR), where law enforcement officers, athletes, and community members come together to carry the Flame of Hope in support of Special Olympics Kansas. The Torch […]
Join us for the Torch Walk, a community-driven event supporting Special Olympics Kansas and the athletes we serve. The event will take place on June 20, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Black Bob Park. 9AM Registration, 10AM Opening Ceremony, 10:15AM Walk will begin. This is a family friendly event! During the Olathe […]
KC Metro Regional Powerlifting Competition Date: June 28, 2026Time: 12:00 PM – 4:30 PMLocation: Homefield Olathe – 2115 E Kansas City Rd, Olathe, KS 66061 Witness strength, determination, and sportsmanship at the Metro Regional Powerlifting Competition! Athletes from across the metro area will come together to showcase their skills and compete in a range of […]
South Central Region Swim MeetJuly 12, 2026 | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PMWichita Swim Club Join us for the South Central Region Swim Meet as Special Olympics Kansas athletes take to the pool for an afternoon of competition, determination, and achievement. Athletes from across the South Central region will compete in a variety of swimming […]
July 17–18, 2026Pittsburg, Kansas Join us in Pittsburg for the 2026 State Powerlifting & Flag Football competitions, where Special Olympics Kansas athletes from across the state will come together to showcase their strength, skill, and determination. Powerlifting will take place on July 17 at the Robert W. Plaster Center, while Flag Football competition will follow […]
Join us for the North Central Regional Bowling Competition, where Special Olympics Kansas athletes from across the region will come together for a day of exciting competition, sportsmanship, and fun on the lanes! The event will take place on July 18, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at West Ridge Lanes. Athletes from the […]
Southeast Traditional Regional BowlingJuly 22–23, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM (daily)Holiday Lanes Pittsburg Join us for the Southeast Traditional Regional Bowling Tournament as Special Olympics Kansas athletes take to the lanes for two days of exciting competition. Athletes from across the Southeast region will showcase their skills, sportsmanship, and dedication as they compete […]
Join us for the North Central Regional Swimming Competition, where Special Olympics Kansas athletes will dive into an exciting day of competition, determination, and achievement in the pool. The event will take place on July 25, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Hummer Sports Park Natatorium. Athletes from across the North Central region […]
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 […]
In June, Team Kansas will represent our state at the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games — competing against thousands of athletes from across the country. For many, it’s the biggest moment of their athletic career.
But here’s the reality: getting our team to Minnesota doesn’t happen without serious community support. Travel, uniforms, equipment, meals, and competition fees add up fast. Every dollar raised goes directly toward making sure our athletes can focus on one thing — competing their hearts out.
