Roses & Races

🚨THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED!

We are excited to host our inaugural Roses & Races, a Kentucky Derby Watch Party, at Tanganyika Wildlife Park on May 3, 2025 beginning at 4:30 pm. Cocktail attire preferred. 

Event highlights include:

This event offers businesses and individuals an opportunity for networking with notable members of the community; entertaining employees, client guests, and friends; and demonstrating a commitment to people with intellectual disabilities and the Special Olympics movement. All proceeds will go towards our programming for Special Olympics athletes across Kansas. 

For any questions, please contact Ryan Warren at warrenr@soks.org or 913-600-2910

Sponsor

Support the event by becoming a sponsor. View the sponsorship packages with the brochure below or make an online payment for your selected sponsorship level.

Our Mission

Special Olympics Kansas is dedicated to empowering individuals with intellectual disabilities to become physically fit, productive, and respected members of society through sports competitions, health and nutrition programs, and leadership development. Your support will help 4,500 Kansas athletes reach their potential on and off the field!

Tickets

The community is invited to attend, watch the Kentucky Derby, and support Special Olympics Kansas athletes at this Signature Event. 

Auction

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the Silent auction will begin May 1 at 5 pm and will close May 3 at 6 pm.

A special 'thank you' to our 2025 sponsors

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.