2,500 Athletes to Compete at Special Olympics Michigan Summer Games at Central Michigan University
Nearly 2,500 athletes from across the state will gather on the campus of Central Michigan University from May 29 – May 31 to compete in the 2025 Special Olympics Michigan (SOMI) Summer Games, marking the 51st year of one of the largest and most inspiring inclusive sporting events in Michigan.
Supported by a total delegation of more than 3,200—including athletes, Unified partners, coaches, and chaperones —SOMI State Summer Games represent the spirit of inclusion, courage, and determination that defines the Special Olympics movement. Athletes will compete in eight Olympic-style sports, including athletics (track & field), bocce, horseshoes, gymnastics, pickleball, powerlifting, swimming, and volleyball.
2025 Guide to SOMI State Summer Games
May 29 – May 31, 2025
Central Michigan University - Mount Pleasant, Michigan
The 2025 State Summer Games presented by SpartanNash represent 51 years of in-person competition on the campus of Central Michigan University. Join us for the biggest Special Olympics Michigan event of the year, featuring nearly 4,000 athletes, eight sports, health and wellness screenings, and of course, three full days of FUN in Mount Pleasant, Michigan!
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Detailed Event Schedule
CMU Campus Event Map
Mt. Pleasant lodging/hotels
GENERAL SCHEDULE
A complete schedule of events, including competition times and locations, can be viewed here. For your individual sports, please click on the appropriate tab at the bottom of the spreadsheet.
Special Olympics Michigan Teams Ready to Compete in 2025 State Basketball Finals
The excitement is building as 85 teams from across Michigan prepare to compete for championship medals at the Special Olympics Michigan (SOMI) State Basketball Finals. The tournament will take place on Friday, March 21, and Saturday, March 22, bringing together athletes from all over the state for two days of spirited competition.
This year’s event will feature Unified competition, where 38 teams—comprising athletes with and without intellectual disabilities (ID)—will showcase their skills alongside 13 women’s teams competing at Calvin University. Meanwhile, 34 men’s teams will take the court at the Special Olympics Michigan Unified Sports & Inclusion Center, where over 70 skills athletes will also participate, building confidence and learning basketball fundamentals.
What We Do
Special Olympics Michigan provides year-round sports training and athletic competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities.
Athletes develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage and experience joy while participating in the sharing of gifts, skills and friendship among their families, Special Olympics athletes and the community. The athletes achieve their dreams with the support of caring volunteers, coaches, family members and staff. Donations from Michigan citizens and businesses provide funding for the program.
- 23,807 Participants
- 24 Sports
- 2,954 Active Certified Coaches
- 23,216 Volunteers
Our Partners
