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
- Golf
- Pickleball
- Volleyball
- Bowling is held in Cedar Rapids, Des Moines, Omaha, and Waterloo in November.
Housing Policy
Effective February 1, 2025, Special Olympics Iowa has instituted a housing policy for delegations attending SOIA sponsored-events. Delegation managers, coaches, volunteers, and chaperones should review this policy prior to requesting housing and, upon request of housing, hereby accept and agree to the Policy.