Each year, Special Olympics Iowa holds eight statewide championships, putting the heart of our athletes, the dedication of our coaches and the giving spirit of our volunteers on display.
- Winter Games is held every January in Dubuque with competition in:
- Alpine and Nordic Skiing
- Figure Skating
- Snowshoeing
- Speed Skating
- Mid-Winter Tournament is held every March in Iowa City with competition in:
- Basketball
- Cheerleading and Dance
- Gymnastics
- Powerlifting
- Summer Games is held every May in Ames with competition in:
Athletics (Track and Field)- Bocce
- Cycling
- Developmental Events
- Soccer
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Softball is held every August in Ankeny.
- Equestrian is held every September in Granger.
- Flag Football is held every September in Cedar Rapids.
- Volleyball is held every October in Ames.
- Bowling is held every November in Des Moines, Cedar Rapids and Council Bluffs.
- Conference Basketball is held every January and February in various locations.
- Esports is held during the winter and spring months online.