Special Olympics Massachusetts Summer Games in the largest event we run each year. Over 1500 athletes and Unified Partners and 1000 volunteers descend on the Harvard University Athletic Complex for three days of inclusion, sports and fun.
Get in the game and be a part of the marquee inclusive sports event in Massachusetts that will show the rest of the commonwealth what is possible when everyone is included.
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From June 3-9, Special Olympics Massachusetts and an incredible network of partners - corporate sponsors, law enforcement, schools, volunteers, and of course athletes and their families will bring the spirit of Summer Games to communities across the state through Hall of Fame inductions, inclusive school sports, fundraisers, and of course a Law Enforcement Torch Run Final Leg, brining the Flame of Hope into Harvard Stadium. The week culminates in the biggest event of the year - Summer Games! Athletes will compete, families and fans will cheer, and volunteers will support competition across five sports. Come spend one, two or seven days with Special Olympics Massachusetts and Experience Inclusion.
Coming to Summer Games? Great!
We're here to make sure you have the best experience attending the largest annual Special Olympics Competition in Massachusetts.
Be sure to check directions and travel times to ensure you arrive on time for the competition and other events. If you are coming in fr Friday's Opening Ceremonies, pease be prepared for increased traffic in and around Boston.
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The Soldiers Field Park Garage is the designated parking facility for visitors during Special Olympics 2023. The cost is $5 per day and is valid from 7am until 1130pm. Permits will also be available for purchase on site at HBS Business School lot and at the Solider Field Garage.
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Join us for the kickoff to a weekend full of inclusion, joy, and of course, sports competition! Opening ceremonies will feature a parade of athletes, live music, and presentations from Special Olympics leadership. Everything leads up to the arrival of the Flame of Hope and lighting of the Special Olympics Cauldron.
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We are excited to host Olympic Town (our version of a Fan Fest) on the Quad at Harvard's Athletic Complex. You will find food vendors, a souvenir tent, music from our own DJ Mark, and partner organizations with giveaways and information. On Sunday, 98.5 the Sports Hub will broadcast LIVE from Olympic Town!
Learn More →Couldn’t find what you were looking for? write to us at Ops@SpecialOlympicsMA.org
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Summer Games is put on at no cost to any participants. This includes housing, transportation, equipment, food, and venue space. Show your support by singing up for a fundraiser today.
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