🌟 Special Olympics WA – 2025 State Games 🌟

Opening Ceremony & Community Come & Try – Athletics & Bocce

Who:

Special Olympics is a global movement providing year-round sports programs for people with intellectual disabilities. We celebrate abilities, promote inclusion, and create opportunities for athletes to build confidence, have fun, and make lifelong friends.

What:

Kick off the 2025 State Games with an unforgettable Opening Ceremony (9am–11am) featuring:

Torch Relay and lighting of the cauldron
Come & Try “Playing for All” activities including mini golf and more.
Exclusive drink bottles – only available for collection at the Opening Ceremony
2nd Hand Uniform Tent – Bring along your old uniforms (must not have a holes or stains) to find a new home.

From 11:00am join us for the Community Come & Try and Athletics and Bocce Competitions:

Athletics events: walking, running, jumping, and throwing
Bocce events: rolling and target challenges

⚠️ Entry is open to anyone who would like to be involved. However, only athletes who meet eligibility criteria and are registered for competition events will be considered for selection.

⚠️ The Come & Try is not a qualifying event for the Special Olympics Australia National Games.

Every Come & Try participant will receive a participation medal and the joy of experiencing inclusive sport.

When:

Saturday, 18 October 2025

Opening Ceremony: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Community Come & Try: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Athletics & Bocce Competitions may continue to 3:00 PM

Where:

WA Athletics Stadium
Stephenson Ave, Floreat WA 6014

Cost:

FREE

What to Bring:

Comfortable clothing (easy to move in)
Water bottle
Positive attitude and enthusiasm!

How to Register:

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