Summer Games - Special Olympics RI

Special Olympics Rhode Island's largest sporting event of the year is BACK at the University of Rhode Island on May 31, June 1 and 2. The 2024 State Summer Games will feature in-person events!

Special Olympics Rhode Island athletes will compete in Bowling, Powerlifting, Swimming, Soccer Skills, Unified Soccer, and Track & Field. The Opening Ceremony on Friday, May 31 will include the introduction of our local teams, the entrance of the Torch Run Final Leg with the Flame of Hope and the lighting of the Special Olympics Cauldron.

In addition to competitive events, the Summer Games will include Olympic Village, the Healthy Athletes and an Athlete Business Showcase. Olympic Village is an area filled with fun and interactive events for athletes and their families to enjoy. Healthy Athletes will offer free vision, dental, hearing and fun fitness screenings along with massage therapy for athletes.

Check back for more details and exciting announcements!

SUMMER GAMES HIGHLIGHTS

Opening Ceremony, May 31, 7:00pm at Meade Stadium, University of Rhode Island
Olympic Village, May 31, 1pm – 3pm and June 1, 9am – 4pm
Competition – click here for the complete competition schedule and details.
- Bowling, May 31 and June 1, at Old Mountain Lanes
- Track and Field, May 31 and June 1
- Unified Soccer, June 1
- Soccer Skills, June 1
- Swim, June 1 and 2
- Powerlifting, June 2
Closing Ceremony, June 2, 2:30pm at Main Entrance (Keaney Parking Lot)

Volunteer Opportunities

Competition Schedule

Sponsorship Opportunities