From 16-20 April 2018 1,000 athletes with intellectual disability will compete in 11 sports in Adelaide, South Australia!

Few sporting events can match the social and emotional impact of the Special Olympics Australia National Games. Every four years, hundreds of athletes with an intellectual disability from all over Australia demonstrate their skills and sportsmanship at the Special Olympics Australia National Games, the flagship event of Special Olympics Australia.

For athletes it’s the culmination of years of regular and dedicated training.

For families it inspires hope for a future.

For volunteers it provides a joyous outlet for their generosity.

For media and supporters it celebrates achievement over adversity.

For sponsors it showcases corporate social responsibility and diversity strategies to engaged and potentially new audiences.