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Whether you live in the North Country, on the Seacoast or in Southern New Hampshire, there are always competition and fundraising events happening across the Granite State.
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Running for Special Olympics New Hampshire
“Running For Special Olympics” is a fitness program designed to encourage SONH athletes to run on their own or take part in organized races around the state and a series of fundraisers related to running events.
Our Mission
The mission of Special Olympics New Hampshire is to provide year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy and participate in a sharing of gifts, skills and friendship with their families, other Special Olympics athletes and the community.
About SONH
Become an Athlete
Athletes are the heart of Special Olympics. Our athletes are children and adults with intellectual disabilities from across the Granite State. They are finding success, joy and friendship as part of our global community. They’re also having lots of fun!
Make a Difference
Every day we empower athletes to shatter stereotypes and exceed their personal bests on the playing field and in life. But for every Special Olympics champion, there is another who is waiting for a chance to win. Please donate and help us get one more athlete onto the playing field.
Get Involved
Volunteers are the backbone of the Special Olympics movement. They are coaches, trainers, officials, event organizers, fundraisers and managers. They can also be unified partners—playing alongside athletes with intellectual disabilities—or fans cheering in the stands.
April 2024
New Castle 10K
In-person, 10K road race in New Castle, NH. A rite of passage to running on the Seacoast, highlights of this race include stunning views of the Portsmouth Shipyard, the naval prison, the Piscataqua River, lobster boats, sailboats, the lighthouse, and the Wentworth by the Sea Hotel and Marina as you cross over 4 bridges. Virtual participation is also an option!
Find out more »May 2024
2024 Central Area Summer Games
The 2024 Central Area Summer Games will offer competition in:• Athletics• BocceCompetition at an Area Games is required for an athlete to compete at the State Summer Games in athletics or bocce. The goal of Area Games is to provide our athletes with a quality competitive experience while obtaining accurate preliminary scores to use at the State Summer Games. More info coming soon!
Find out more »2024 Seacoast Area Games
The 2024 Seacoast Area Games will offer competition in:• Athletics• BocceCompetition at an Area Games is required for an athlete to compete at the State Summer Games in bocce or athletics. The goal of Area Games is to provide our athletes with a quality competitive experience while obtaining accurate preliminary scores to use at the State Summer Games. More info coming soon!
Find out more »2024 Upper Valley Area Summer Games
The 2024 Upper Valley Area Summer Games will offer competition in:• Athletics• Bocce• SwimmingCompetition at an Area Games is required for an athlete to compete at the State Summer Games in athletics, bocce, or swimming. The goal of Area Games is to provide our athletes with a quality competitive experience while obtaining accurate preliminary scores to use at the State Summer Games. More info coming soon!
Find out more »2024 Great North Woods Area Games
The 2024 Great North Woods Area Games will offer competition in:• Athletics• BocceCompetition at an Area Games is required for an athlete to compete at the State Summer Games in bocce or athletics. The goal of Area Games is to provide our athletes with a quality competitive experience while obtaining accurate preliminary scores to use at the State Summer Games. More info coming soon!
Find out more »Cinco de Miles 5K
In-person, 5K road race in Bedford, NH. Virtual participation is also an option!
Find out more »2024 Monadnock Area Summer Games
The 2024 Monadnock Area Summer Games will offer competition in:• Athletics• BocceCompetition at an Area Games is required for an athlete to compete at the State Summer Games in athletics or bocce. The goal of Area Games is to provide our athletes with a quality competitive experience while obtaining accurate preliminary scores to use at the State Summer Games. More info coming soon!
Find out more »2024 State Summer Games Presented By Associated Grocers
Save the date for our largest competition of the year! Special Olympics New Hampshire will celebrate our State Summer Games presented by Associated Grocers at the University of New Hampshire in Durham. Additional Information coming soon!
Find out more »August 2024
Boot Scootin’ Boogie 5K, Brewfest & Concert
In-person, 5K road race in Londonderry, NH, followed by brewfest, concert and bonfire! Virtual participation is also an option!
Find out more »The Police, Fire and EMS Golf Tournament
Join us for The Golf Tournament benefitting the New Hampshire Association of Chiefs of Police, New Hampshire Police Fire and EMS Foundation and Special Olympics New Hampshire!
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NH 10 Miler
In-person, 10-mile road race in Manchester, NH. Enjoy many lake views along the picturesque route around Massabesic Lake. Virtual participation is also an option!
Find out more »Our Mission Partners
Special Olympics New Hampshire is grateful for the annual support of our Mission Partners who help bring our programs to life.
