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About the 2025 Summer Games

The Special Olympics Virginia Summer Games are the largest annual competition for Special Olympics athletes in the state of Virginia.

This year's event will take place in Richmond, Virginia from June 6-7, 2025. The Games will feature over 1,100 athletes from across Virginia competing in a variety of sports such as swimming, track and field, tennis and more.

Friday, June 6, 2025

Time Event Location
12:00 PMSoftball Preliminary PlayGlen Allen Softball Complex
1:00 PMBowling Preliminary PlayBowlero West End
1:15 PMSwimming CompetitionSwim RVA
2:00 PMTennis CompetitionWesthampton Tennis Courts
2:00 PMTrack & Field CompetitionRobins Stadium Track
4:30-7:00 pmDinner (Delegations Only)Heilman Dining Center

Saturday, June 7, 2025

TimeEventLocation
6:00-8:30 AMBreakfast (Delegations Only)Heilman Dining Center
8:00 AMTrack & Field CompetitionRobins Stadium Track
9:00 AMSwimming, Tennis, Softball BeginSwim RVA, Tennis Courts, Softball Complex
9:15 AMBowling TournamentBowlero West End
10:00 AM–4:00 PMOlympic TownRobins Center Parking Lot
10:00 AM–5:00 PMHealthy Athletes ScreeningsRobins Center
2:00–5:30 PMSwim AwardsRobins Center Mezzanine
4:30-7:00 PM
Dinner (Delegations Only)Dinner
7:00–9:00 PMOlympic CelebrationRobins Center / Robins Stadium

Sunday, June 8, 2025

TimeEventLocation
7:00-9:00 AMBreakfast (Delegations Hub)Heilman Dining Center

Join Us In Olympic Town

Explore food, fun, and festivities all in one place during the 2025 Special Olympics Virginia Summer Games. Open 10 AM – 4 PM with activities, shopping, and experiences for everyone.

The 2025 Opening Ceremony

Join us for an unforgettable evening at the 2025 Special Olympics Virginia Summer Games Opening Ceremony, taking place Friday, June 6 at 7 pm at the University of Richmond's Robins Stadium.

Olympic Celebration Night

Cap off an incredible day with music, games, and good vibes. The Olympic Celebration runs from 7:00–9:00 PM and is packed with activities for athletes, families, and fans alike.

Summer Games | Healthy Athletes

Free health screenings, dental care, and wellness services for athletes — plus sun safety checks open to all.

Summer Games Event Schedule Print Out

A quick, printable guide to event times, locations, and key moments throughout the weekend.
Venues

University of Richmond

410 Westhampton Way, Richmond, VA 23173

Swim RVA

5050 Ridgedale Pkwy, Richmond, VA 23234

Bowlero West End

8037 Schrader Rd. Richmond, VA 23294
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Glen Allen Softball Complex

2175 Mountain Rd, Glen Allen, VA 23060
Sports Offered
Dive in for schedules, volunteer opportunities, and in-depth information on each sport, all while celebrating the power of inclusion and unity in sports.

Athletics

There will be 500 athletes competing in Athletics.
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Softball

There will be 250 athletes competing in softball.
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Swimming

There will be 225 athletes competing in swimming.
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Bowling

There will be 250 athletes competing in bowling.
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Tennis

There will be 60 athletes competing in tennis.
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By The Numbers

1,100+

Athletes

2,000

Volunteers

230+

Coaches

5

Sports

500

Health Screenings provided

100

Members of Law Enforcement