Who We Are
There are many ways to be involved with Special Olympics Northern California. Find an upcoming fundraiser or special event near you!
What We Do
Special Olympics Northern California is dedicated to promoting unity and empowering children and adults with intellectual disabilities – both on and off the field.
Our Stories
Behind every goal scored, game coached and event supported, there is a story. Meet the people who drive our mission forward.
Upcoming Events
2026 Redding Basketball Regional Competition
This Regional Competition is the culmination of the 8-week basketball season for Special Olympics Northern California athletes competing for Humboldt, Shasta, Siskiyou, and Tehama counties.
2026 Chico Basketball Regional Competition
This Regional Competition is the culmination of the 8-week basketball season for nearly 250 Special Olympics Northern California athletes competing for Butte, El Dorado, Nevada and Yuba/Sutter/Colusa counties.
2026 Fresno Swimming Regional Competition
The Fresno Swimming Regional Competition is the culmination of the 8-week swimming season for over 150 Special Olympics Northern California athletes competing for Fresno, Calaveras, Madera, Mariposa, Stanislaus, Tulare, and Tuolumne counties.
2026 Fresno Bocce Regional Competition
This Regional Competition is the culmination of the 8-week bocce season for over 200 Special Olympics Northern California athletes competing for Amador, Calaveras, Fresno, Kings, Madera, Mariposa, Stanislaus, and Tuolumne counties.
2026 Sonora Track & Field Regional Competition
The Sonora Track & Field Regional Competition is the culmination of the 8-week track & field season for Special Olympics Northern California athletes competing for Amador, Calaveras, Fresno, Merced, San Joaquin, Stanislaus & Tuolumne counties.
2026 Martinez Bocce Regional Competition
This Regional Competition is the culmination of the 8-week bocce season for over 200 Special Olympics Northern California athletes competing for Contra Costa, Alameda, Humboldt, Napa and Solano counties.
2026 Bocce Bash
Join Bay Area sports stars, business leaders, and elected officials in the spirit of inclusion at the 2026 Bocce Bash! Play in a fun, competitive bocce tournament alongside Special Olympics athletes, local pros and more.
