Each year, Special Olympics Iowa holds six statewide competitions, putting the heart of our athletes, the dedication of our coaches and the giving spirit of our volunteers on display.
- Winter Games is held in Dubuque in January with competition in:
- Alpine Skiing
- Cross Country Skiing
- Snowshoeing
- Spring Classic is held in Iowa City/Coralville in March with competition in:
- Basketball
- Cheerleading and Dance
- Powerlifting
- Swimming is held in March in Marshalltown.
- Summer Games is held in Ames in May with competition in:
Bocce- Cycling
- Developmental Events
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Softball is held in Grimes in August.
- Fall Classic is held in West Des Moines in September with competition in:
- Equestrian
- Flag Football
- Pickleball
- Volleyball
- Bowling is held in Cedar Rapids, Des Moines, Omaha, and Waterloo in November.
Event Policies
Prior to attendance at a Special Olympics Iowa-sponsored event, all attendees including delegation managers, coaches, chaperones, volunteers, family members, athletes, and spectators should be aware of these policies.