2026 Guide to SOMI Summer Games
The 2026 State Summer Games presented by SpartanNash represent 52 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 2,500 athletes, eight sports, health and wellness screenings, and of course, three full days of FUN in Mount Pleasant, Michigan!
2026 State Summer Games Unite nearly 2,500 Athletes from Across Michigan
Special Olympics Michigan (SOMI) will host its largest annual event, the 2026 State Summer Games, from May 28–30 on the campus of Central Michigan University.
Special Olympics Michigan Announces First-Ever Standalone Unified Day
Unified sports take a major step forward in Michigan this year as the first-ever standalone Unified Day is planned for Tuesday, May 12 from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. on the campus of Michigan State University (MSU). While Unified Day has traditionally been part of the Special Olympics Michigan (SOMI) State Summer Games, this year’s event marks a historic shift—bringing inclusive competition and celebration directly to MSU’s campus as its own dedicated experience.
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
