Countdown to the Games!
That’s right, you’ve been waiting to know when we’ll be holding the 2021 National Summer Games in Hamilton, and now we’re excited to finally announce that the official dates are:
8-12 December
Join us as we begin to count down to this special event! We’re sure that between training and competitions the time will fly by, and we can’t wait!
National Summer Games
Hamilton 2021
Get excited, because next year Special Olympics New Zealand is bringing athletes, coaches and volunteers from across the country to the Waikato for the next National Summer Games!
Following a 4-year cycle similar to the Olympics and Paralympics the National Summer Games is Special Olympics New Zealand’s largest national event and one of New Zealand’s largest multi-sport events.
This multi-day event will bring over 1,300 athletes, 450 coaches and up to 600 volunteers coming from all across New Zealand to compete in 4 days of competition in 11 sports across 9 venues to Hamilton, Waikato, in December 2021.
Sports
Check out the range of sports being held at the National Summer Games and the amazing Hamilton venues they are hosted at below.
Volunteer for the National Summer Games!
Be a part of an amazing event, meet fantastic people, and help us provide the biggest national event for Special Olympics Athletes.
We are looking for 600 volunteers to help run the 2021 National Summer Games in roles including general event volunteers, sports officials, health professionals, photographers, IT experts and much more.
If you are interested in being of this amazing event, then register your interest below. We will add you to our contacts lists to keep you updated on volunteer opportunities for the Games.
What are you excited about?
From meeting other athletes, exploring Hamilton and having fun playing sports there’s plenty to be be excited about for next year’s National Summer Games!
What are you excited for? Let us and other athletes know in the form below!
Stay Tuned!
Be notified whenever we provide updates on registration, events, venues and dates through our social media!
