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.
2025 Topeka Polar Plunge Date: Saturday, February 8th, 2025 Location: West Ridge Mall Event Schedule: Registration: 8:00 a.m. Costume Contest & Awards: 8:45 a.m. Polar Plunge: 9:00 a.m. Cornhole, Tailgate & Silent Auction: 10:00 a.m. Join us at West Ridge Mall for an exhilarating day of fun, friendly competition, and community spirit at the 2025 […]
2025 Lawrence Polar Plunge Date: Saturday, February 22, 2025 Location: Lawrence High School, 1901 Louisiana St., Lawrence, KS 66046 Event Schedule: 11:00 a.m. - Registration (East Gym hallway) Contest: TBD 12:00 p.m. - Polar Plunge Join us for the 2025 Lawrence Polar Plunge and take an icy dive for a great cause! This year’s plunge […]
Join Us for the Manhattan Golf Scramble! Grab your clubs and get ready for a day of fun and fundraising at the Manhattan Golf Scramble, benefiting Special Olympics Kansas! Date: Saturday, August 9, 2025Location: Stagg Hill Golf Club (4441 Stagg Hill Road, Manhattan, KS 66502)Tee Time: 9:00 AM Event Details: 4-Person Scramble Format Entry Fee: […]
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 […]
Cover the Cruiser Battle Date: Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025Time: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.Location: 900 N Washington (Parking lot on the corner of 9th and Washington), Junction City, KS Join us for a friendly competition with a big impact at the Cover the Cruiser Battle, hosted by the Kansas Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) to […]
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, […]
Battle of the Badges – Kickball Tournament Sunday, Oct. 12, 2025Gates open at 12:00 PM | Competition starts at 1:00 PMHayden High School Gymnasium (401 SW Gage Blvd, Topeka, KS 66606) Get ready for an action-packed afternoon of fun, community, and friendly competition at the Battle of the Badges Kickball Tournament, hosted by the Kansas […]
Tip-A-Cop: Giveback Night with Rockin’ K’s – Manhattan, Kansas Date: Tuesday, December 2, 2025Time: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PMLocation: Rockin’ K’s, 1880 Kimball Ave Unit 100, Manhattan, KS 66502 Join the Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) for Special Olympics Kansas at Rockin’ K’s in Manhattan for a night of great food, community connection, and giving […]
Tip-A-Cop: Texas Roadhouse – Manhattan, Kansas Date: Wednesday, December 3, 2025 Time: 2:30 PM – 9:30 PM Location: Texas Roadhouse, 200 Manhattan Town Center, Manhattan, KS 66502 Local law enforcement officers are trading in their badges for aprons at Texas Roadhouse in Manhattan for a Tip-A-Cop event benefiting Special Olympics Kansas! On Wednesday, December 3, […]
Tip-A-Cop: Red Robin – Topeka, Kansas Date: Wednesday, December 3, 2025 Time: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM Location: Red Robin, 6230 SW 6th St, Topeka, KS 66615 Join local law enforcement officers and Special Olympics Kansas athletes at Red Robin in Topeka for a night of great food and greater impact during our Tip-A-Cop event! […]
