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.
North Central Regional Swimming CompetitionDate: Saturday, July 19, 2025Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PMLocation: Hummer Sports Park Natatorium530 SW Tuffy Kellogg Dr #03/02, Topeka, KS 66606 Join us in Topeka as athletes from across the region dive into competition at the North Central Regional Swimming Competition! This event brings together Special Olympics Kansas athletes from […]
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 […]
Heroes Pull – Coffey CountyDate: Friday, July 25, 2025Time: 7:30–10 p.m. (Check-in: 6:15–7 p.m.)Location: Coffey County Sheriff’s Office, 625 Neosho St., Burlington, KS 66839Register or donate Show your strength for a great cause at the Heroes Pull – Coffey County! Gather your friends and join us for an unforgettable evening of teamwork, competition and community […]
Olathe East Lanes (303 N. Lindenwood, Olathe, KS 66062) & Park Lanes (7701 Renner Rd, Shawnee, KS 66217)
North Central Regional Bowling CompetitionDate: Saturday, July 26, 2025Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PMLocation: West Ridge Lanes1935 SW Westport Dr, Topeka, KS 66604 Strike up some fun and join us in Topeka for the North Central Regional Bowling Competition! This exciting event welcomes Special Olympics Kansas athletes from the North Central region to showcase their […]
South Central Regional Bowling Competition 🗓 Date: Saturday, July 26, 2025🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM📍 Location: Bowlero Northrock, 3232 N Rock Rd, Wichita, KS 67226 Join us for the South Central Regional Bowling Competition, a high-energy day of strikes, spares, and sportsmanship! Athletes from across the South Central Kansas region will come together […]
Midnight Run Date: Saturday, July 26, 2025Time: 11:00 PM – 2:00 AMLocation: 10601 Lee Blvd Join us under the stars for the annual Midnight Run, hosted by local law enforcement in support of Special Olympics Kansas as part of the Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR)! This late-night fun run brings together community members, officers, and athletes […]
Metro Swim, Sunday, July 27 from 11am - 5:00pm at the Turner Aquatic Center (2211 S 55th St, KCK)
Metro Regional Swim MeetDate: Sunday, July 27, 2025Time: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.Location: Turner Aquatic Center, 2211 S. 55th St., Kansas City, KS Join us for the Metro Regional Swim Meet, where athletes from across the region will showcase their skills, determination and sportsmanship in the pool. This event is part of the Special Olympics […]
Dates: July 30–31, 2025Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PMLocation: Holiday Lanes, 2406 N Broadway St, Pittsburg, KS 66762Event Contact: Olivia Ryan (ryano@soks.org) Join us in Pittsburg for two fun-filled days of strikes, spares, and smiles at the Southeast Regional Traditional Bowling Competition! Athletes from across the Southeast region will showcase their skills and sportsmanship in […]
State Swimming Championship Make a splash at the 2025 State Swimming Championship as Special Olympics Kansas athletes showcase their talent and determination in the pool! 📅 Saturday, August 2, 2025 🕙 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM 📍 USD 501/Hummer Sports Park Natatorium (530 SW Tuffy Kellogg Dr, Topeka, KS 66606) Join us for an exciting […]
Join us for the 2025 Special Olympics Kansas State Bowling Tournament on August 8th and 9th! Athletes from across the state will gather to compete in one of the most popular and exciting sports in Special Olympics. This two-day event will take place at Olathe East Lanes (303 N. Lindenwood, Olathe, KS 66062) and Park […]
