What sports are on offer?

Nine official sports with around 3,200 participants (2,500 athletes and 700 coaches) will be presented at the Special Olympics World Winter Games 2029. Eight sports are already known. Floor field hockey will be replaced by another sport in 2029. Two test sports are also being planned.

The event underlines our commitment to inclusion and the extraordinary ability of sport to bring people together. From alpine skiing to snowboarding, each competition is a testament to the strength, determination and courage of our participants.

Experience what cognitively impaired people can achieve in sport.

  • approx. 400 athletes
  • approx. 100 coaches
  • approx. 380 athletes
  • approx. 95 coaches
  • approx. 190 athletes
  • approx. 50 coaches
  • approx. 615 athletes
  • approx. 155 coaches

Test sports

In preparation

  • not yet determined
  • not yet determined

In preparation

  • not yet determined
  • not yet determined