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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.

Open 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
(Some offerings have specific timeframes — noted below.)

Food & Beverage

Snack Station
Visit our friends at Enterprise as they keep you happy with snocones and popcorn all afternoon.

Southland Dairy
Get your Vitamin D and meet the largest animal at the event. The Mobile Classroom features a live cow ready to teach you about the dairy industry. Don’t leave without saying hello.

Flamingo Breeze Smoothie Bar (9:30 AM – 3:00 PM, Robins Center Mezzanine)
Sip on a frozen smoothie to beat the heat. Join Janay and her team for a refreshing treat.

Katerco Coffee Truck (7:45 AM – 1:00 PM)
Meet Keri and support an inclusive mission. Katerco provides employment, education, and training opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Hardee’s Tent
Our friends at Hardee’s are grilling 3,000 burgers for athletes, delegations, and the general public.

Concessions
A variety of your favorite game day snacks are available for purchase at the Robins Stadium concession area.

Souvenirs

Fine Designs
Hold on to memories of the 2025 Summer Games with custom-designed apparel.
Pre-order link: [Insert link]

Say Hello Threads
Support inclusive and disability pride messaging from a disability-family-owned business.
Pre-order link: https://sayhellothreads.com/collections/community-collaborations/products/special-olympics-brave-in-the-attempt-track

Merch Table
Check out custom merch designed by the SOVA team — including water bottles, fidget toys, and totes.

Emily’s Bracelets
Athlete Emily from Area 6 creates custom bracelets. A portion of proceeds are donated back to SOVA. Stop by to meet Emily and her family.

Quick Sketches by RVA Urban Sketchers
Capture the spirit of the Games with a fast, fun portrait drawn live.

Activities

VA State Police K9 Demonstration
Meet K9 Journey and Trooper Verbeeck. Say hello and learn how they help keep the community safe.

Magician: Vice Wilson
Roaming magic shows throughout the day — stop by anytime for a bit of wonder.

Volunteer2Cheer (10:00 AM – 3:00 PM, Center Circle, Robins Center)
Cheer on athletes as they compete — no signs or prep needed, just show up and bring your voice.

Temporary Tattoos
Get custom SOVA-designed tattoos applied by our friends at Davis & Green — fun, fast, and spirited.

Sensory Chill Zone (Queally Athletic Center)
Take a break with cooling towels, water painting, and other calming activities in a quiet, shaded space.

Cirque deLuxe Entertainment
Juggling, stilt walking, hula hooping and more — roaming performers bring energy and excitement throughout Olympic Town.

Yoga Demonstrations by Humble Haven Yoga
Participate in inclusive yoga sessions designed to help center your mind and body in a supportive, welcoming environment.

Stretch Lab
Stop by to experience gentle, inclusive stretching that can improve mobility and performance. Supportive solutions for every body.

Improv Group: CsZ Improv
Enjoy spontaneous comedy and lighthearted performances throughout the day.

Additional

Sentara
Visit our health partner for great wellness resources and athlete health support.

Dominion Energy
Stop by for their interactive energy-saving demo — a bright idea and fun for all ages.

Transportation Education
Say thanks to Chesterfield County’s shuttle drivers and learn what it takes to keep this event running behind the scenes.