Find Special Olympics Near Me
Find your local region and help make our community a better, healthier, and more joyful place—one athlete, one volunteer, one family member at a time.

Invitational Competitions

Invitational Event Near You
Find an invitational event for your local area to compete in.

Virginia Military Institute Games

Virginia Military Institute, Lexington VA
VMI will host a great day of sports on their historic grounds in Lexington Virginia, bringing together VMI Cadets and SOVA Athletes for a memorable experience of fun and competition. If you are outside of the Shenandoah Region please email Mike below to be added to the invitational list.

Contact: Mike Gangloff

Piedmont Region Swim Time Trials

Southside Virginia Family YMCA, 580 Zion Hill Rd Farmville VA
Dive into the Heart of Virginia! Join us for an exciting Swim Time Trial Meet, a celebration of community, competition, and fun in the water! Whether you’re a seasoned swimmer or just love the energy of the pool deck, this is your chance to make a splash, cheer on local athletes, and be part of something special.

Come swim, support, and celebrate the spirit of unity right here in the heart of Virginia!

Contact Lisa Wimbush for more information

Piedmont Region Track & Field Meet

University of Lynchburg, 1501 Lakeside Drive, Lynchburg, VA 24501
Get ready to run, jump, and cheer at one of Special Olympics Virginia’s longest-standing and celebrated events, the Piedmont Region Track & Field Meet! This annual community favorite brings together athletes, families, and fans from across the region for a day full of energy, unity, and inspiration.
Join the tradition and be part of the legacy that continues to make history every year!

Contact Veronica Jennings for more information

2026 Woodberry Forest Spring Games

898 Woodberry Forest Road, Orange, VA 22989
Hundreds of athletes will gather at Woodberry Forest Schools to compete in bocce, softball, tennis, swimming, and track and field.




Contact Tyler Martin for more information.

Moose Softball Tournament

Peaks View Park, 170 Ivy Creek Ln, Lynchburg, VA 24502
Traditional and Unified teams are invited to compete in this annual tournament held in Lynchburg. Registration information will be sent out in March. Contact Sara Harder if you are interested in registering a team that did not participate last year. Registration details will be sent to all Area Coordinators and 2025 team coaches.

South of the James Region Swim Meet

SwimRVA, 5050 Ridgedale Pkwy, Richmond, VA 23234
Region swim meet offering swimming skills and swimming events.

Click here to register to volunteer - Volunteer registration link

Contact Sara Harder for more info on this event.