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Connecticut's Biggest Celebration of Inclusion
Experience the power of sport as athletes and Unified partners from across Connecticut compete, connect, and inspire.
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Join us for the 2026 Special Olympics Connecticut Summer Games, presented by Pratt & Whitney.
WHEN: Friday, June 5 - Sunday, June 7, 2026
WHERE: Southern Connecticut State University, Hamden Hall Beckerman Athletic Center, and Yale University West Campus
SPORTS: Cycling, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track & Field
From powerful Opening Ceremonies to unforgettable medal moments, this is more than a competition - it's a statewide celebration of inclusion, determination, and community. This annual event brings together athletes and Unified partners along with their coaches to compete after months of dedicated training. They proudly represent their Local Programs and communities while showcasing determination, sportsmanship, and pride as they vie for ribbons and medals across multiple sports.
PLAN TO ATTEND
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Summer Games By The Numbers
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Summer Games Sports & Sites
The 2026 Special Olympics Connecticut Summer Games will feature competition across a variety of individual and team sports, hosted at premier collegiate and community venues throughout Connecticut. Events will take place during scheduled competition days, with athletes participating in well-organized, divisioned contests designed to ensure fair play and meaningful competition for all.
Cycling
Yale University - West Campus
100 West Campus Drive, Orange
Date & Time:
Saturday, June 6
Developmental Swimming
Hamden Hall Beckerman Athletic Center
225 Skiff Street, Hamden
Date & Time:
Friday, June 5
Soccer
Hamden Hall Beckerman Athletic Center
225 Skiff Street, Hamden
Date & Time:
Saturday, June 6 - Sunday, June 7
Swimming
Southern Connecticut State University
501 Crescent Street, New Haven
Date & Time:
Saturday, June 6 - Sunday, June 7
Tennis
Hamden Hall Beckerman Athletic Center
225 Skiff Street, Hamden
Date & Time:
Saturday, June 6 - Sunday, June 7
Track & Field
Southern Connecticut State University
501 Crescent Street, New Haven
Date & Time:
Saturday, June 6 - Sunday, June 7
Healthy Athletes® at Summer Games
As part of the Summer Games, Special Olympics Connecticut will once again offer free health screenings, education, and wellness resources through its nationally recognized Special Olympics Healthy Athletes® program. Licensed medical professionals, healthcare practitioners, and students will volunteer their time to support athletes’ overall health and well-being, helping identify unmet health needs, providing guidance to support lifelong wellness, and supporting follow-up care through referrals to healthcare providers.
Healthy Hearing
Jamie Marotto, AuD, CCC-A
Jessica Preston, Au.D., CCC-A
CLINICAL DIRECTORS
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Special Smiles
Susan Danberg, OD, FCOVD
FORMER GLOBAL CLINICAL DIRECTOR
Chris Agro, OD
CLINICAL DIRECTOR
Summer Games Special Events
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Wednesday, June 3 - Friday, June 5: Law Enforcement Torch Run (click here for info)
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Friday, June 5: Opening Ceremonies
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6:30PM Pre-Show, 7:00PM Start
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Location: Southern Connecticut State University - Jess Dow Stadium
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Saturday, June 6 - Sunday, June 7: Olympic Town, presented by Knights of Columbus CT State Council
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Saturday 9:00AM - 3:00PM; Sunday 9:00AM - 2:00PM
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Location: Southern Connecticut State University - behind Jess Dow Stadium
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Location: Hamden Hall Beckerman Athletic Center - between soccer fields and tennis courts
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Saturday, June 6 - Sunday, June 7: Special Olympics Healthy Athletes®. Free health screenings and information including Fit Feet, Fun Fitness, Health Promotion, Healthy Hearing, Opening Eyes, Special Smiles, and Strong Minds.
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Saturday 9:00AM - 4:00PM; Sunday 8:30AM - 1:00PM.
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Location: Southern Connecticut State University - Michael J. Adanti Student Center
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Saturday, June 6: Victory Dance
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7:00PM - 9:00PM
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Location: Southern Connecticut State University - Neff Parking Lot
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Volunteer at Summer Games
Volunteers are the backbone of Special Olympics Connecticut's Summer Games. We have a variety of ways you can help make this event come to life, leading up to and during competition. This event is open to the public and volunteers, spectators, and supporters are always welcome.
Date & Time: Saturday, June 6
Location: Yale West Campus
Address: 100 West Campus Drive, Orange
Jobs assigned day of the event and will include Course Marshall, Lunch Help, and Awards
Volunteer at the Cycling Venue
Date & Time: Saturday, June 6 - Sunday, June 7
Location: Hamden Hall Beckerman Athletic Center
Address: 225 Skiff Street, Hamden
Soccer volunteer positions full
Explore Open Volunteer Positions
Date & Time: Saturday, June 6 - Sunday, June 7
Location: Southern Connecticut State University
Address: 501 Crescent Street, New Haven
Jobs assigned day of the event and will include Athlete Staging, Result Running, Result Recording, and Access Enforcer
Volunteer at the Swimming Venue
Date & Time: Saturday, June 6 - Sunday, June 7
Location: Hamden Hall Beckerman Athletic Center
Address: 225 Skiff Street, Hamden
Tennis volunteer positions full
Explore Open Volunteer Positions
Date & Time: Saturday, June 6 - Sunday, June 7
Location: Southern Connecticut State University
Address: 501 Crescent Street, New Haven
Jobs assigned day of the event and will include Escorting Athletes, Staging, Result Recording, and Awards
Volunteer at the Track & Field Venue
Registration Info for Coaches
Date & Time: Saturday, June 6 - Sunday, June 7
Location: Hamden Hall Beckerman Athletic Center
Address: 225 Skiff Street, Hamden
*Soccer Divisioning Tournament: Sunday, April 26 at UCONN
Date & Time: Saturday, June 6 - Sunday, June 7
Location: Southern Connecticut State University
Address: 501 Crescent Street, New Haven
*Developmental Swimming: Friday, June 5 at Hamden Hall
Date & Time: Saturday, June 6 - Sunday, June 7
Location: Hamden Hall Beckerman Athletic Center
Address: 225 Skiff Street, Hamden
Date & Time: Saturday, June 6 - Sunday, June 7
Location: Southern Connecticut State University
Address: 501 Crescent Street, New Haven
Our Sponsors
Our sponsors play a vital role in making these events possible. Through their generous support and commitment to inclusion, they help provide meaningful opportunities, memorable experiences, and resources that empower our athletes, partners, and communities to thrive.
