The 2023 Summer Games are here

Hello Ithaca!

Special Olympics New York athletes and coaches will travel to Ithaca to compete in the 2023 State Summer Games. From Opening Ceremonies Friday night to thrilling competition in 8 sports Saturday, State Games is an event you won’t want to miss!

Our Schedule of Events is subject to change due to weather conditions. Please check back often for updates.

Opening Ceremonies
Friday, June 9
7:00 – 8:15 p.m.
Ithaca College (A&E Center), 953 Danby Rd., Ithaca
Opening Ceremonies will be broadcast live on the Special Olympics New York Facebook page.

Sports competitions, health screenings, awards and celebrations will take place all day Saturday as follows:

Game Day
Saturday, June 10
9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Track & Field
Ithaca High School, 1401 N. Cayuga St., Ithaca
*This event will be moved indoors at Ithaca College, if necessary.

9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. – Basketball & Swimming
Ithaca College (A&E Center), 953 Danby Rd., Ithaca

2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. – Gymnastics
Ithaca College (Hill Center), 953 Danby Rd., Ithaca

9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. – Powerlifting
Ithaca College (Fitness Center), 953 Danby Rd., Ithaca

9:45 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. – Tennis
Reis Center at Cornell University, 230 Pine Tree Rd., Ithaca
*This event has been moved indoors.

10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. – Bowling
Midway Lanes, 213 N. Jensen Rd., Vestal

5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. – Athlete Health Screenings
Ithaca College (Campus Center), 953 Danby Rd., Ithaca

7:00 – 8:30 p.m. – Closing Ceremonies and Dance Party
Ithaca College (Campus Center), 953 Danby Rd., Ithaca