The brightest beacon of inclusion is coming to Minnesota
The 2026 Special Olympics USA Games will bring together 4,000 athletes, 1,500 coaches, 10,000 volunteers and 75,000 fans from all 50 states. Through the power of sports and inclusion, the Special Olympics USA Games will spark a change that transforms lives, communities and the world.
Watch how our logo came to life
Special Olympics athletes made their voices heard by helping design the logo for the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games. The logo represents a circle of inclusion.
Watch how our logo came to life
In 2022, Minnesota won the bid to host the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games. Over 4000 athletes representing all 50 states will compete across the Twin Cities. Learn more about our winning bid and the impact these Games will have on Minnesota.
No matter what role you play, you’ll be a part of making history as the 2026 USA Games will be the largest humanitarian event ever held in Minnesota.
With your support, we will deliver the opportunity of a lifetime to thousands of athletes at the 2026 USA Games. Your donation will help make the world a brighter, healthier, more inclusive place for all.
Throughout the past five decades, Special Olympics Minnesota has become the leading force in the inclusion revolution, promoting inclusive social change for people with intellectual disabilities in athletic, health and school programs throughout the state.