Chicago Park District Special Olympics
Chicago Park District
Chicago, Illinois - Cook County
Source checked
May 30, 2026
Chicago
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4830 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60609
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Quick answer
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Provider overview
Chicago Park District Special Olympics coordinates citywide Special Olympics competitions, year-round sports, registered delegations, and Young Athletes programming for Chicago participants.
Chicago Park District runs citywide parks and recreation programming, including Special Olympics competitions and adaptive sports opportunities through its special recreation system.
Quick facts
- Registration
- We did not find this in the public sources we checked
- Phone
- (312) 742-5091
- Ages
- Special Olympics sports for ages 8 to adult, plus noncompetitive Young Athletes programming for ages 3 to 7
- Season
- Year-round citywide competitions and sports, with Spring Games and more than 80 competition dates described by the source
- Cost
- Costs and participation steps vary by park program, delegation, competition, school partner, and Special Olympics paperwork requirements.
Location contacts
Public contacts that may help you reach the right office. Confirm before visiting.
The source lists Chicago Park District's main office and describes Special Olympics competitions across park programs, CPS, residential agencies, and social service agencies.
Programs and offerings
Source-linked details we found. Current options may differ, so confirm directly.
Citywide Special Olympics sports and competitions
Citywide Special Olympics sports, competitions, registered delegations, Spring Games, and Young Athletes opportunities.
- Ages
- Special Olympics sports for ages 8 to adult, plus noncompetitive Young Athletes programming for ages 3 to 7
- Season
- Year-round citywide competitions and sports, with Spring Games and more than 80 competition dates described by the source
- Schedule
- The source describes year-round offerings, more than 80 competition dates, and links families to events throughout the year.
- Cost
- Costs and participation steps vary by park program, delegation, competition, school partner, and Special Olympics paperwork requirements.
How we checked this listing (2 public sources)
Source notes only. They do not evaluate quality, safety, fit, or availability.
Listing check
- Last checked
- May 30, 2026
- Why this is listed
- The official Chicago Park District Special Olympics page says the district conducts citywide competitions with Special Olympics Illinois, over 80 competition dates, nearly 200 registered delegations, 18 sports for ages 8 to adult, and Young Athletes for ages 3 to 7.
- Sources used
- 2 public sources
- Location contacts
- 1 public contact found
Program details we found
Citywide Special Olympics sports and competitions
The official Chicago Park District Special Olympics page says the district conducts citywide competitions with Special Olympics Illinois, over 80 competition dates, nearly 200 registered delegations, 18 sports for ages 8 to adult, and Young Athletes for ages 3 to 7.
Inclusion and support details
What the provider says: The district describes its partnership with Special Children's Charities, Chicago Public Schools, and Special Olympics Illinois to conduct citywide competitions.
Access notes to confirm: Families should confirm delegation fit, athlete eligibility, sport season, local park program, paperwork, transportation, uniform needs, competition dates, spectator access, and whether Young Athletes or a competitive team is the right pathway.
What we checked
What we found: The official Chicago Park District Special Olympics page says the district conducts citywide competitions with Special Olympics Illinois, over 80 competition dates, nearly 200 registered delegations, 18 sports for ages 8 to adult, and Young Athletes for ages 3 to 7.
We avoid ranking, recommending, evaluating quality, or making safety claims. Use the source links and contact the provider before enrolling.
Sources used
Public pages used for this listing.
- Park district websiteChicago Park District Special Olympics
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- Park district websiteDepartment Directory | Chicago Park District
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What to confirm
- Openings, deadlines, cost, and cancellation rules.
- Ages, eligibility, forms, and first-visit expectations.
- Support model, staff preparation, supervision, and safety policies.
- Exact location, entrance, parking, equipment, and what to bring.
Questions to ask before you register
Use these as a starting point. They are not a quality rating or recommendation.
- Do you currently have openings, waitlists, deadlines, or intake steps?
- What ages, support needs, communication needs, mobility needs, or supervision levels can this specific program support?
- What should families know about cost, financial assistance, cancellation rules, forms, and first-visit expectations?
- For sports: what equipment, experience level, classification, practice location, transportation, and caregiver participation should we plan for?
- Who should families contact to talk through accommodations before registering?
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Is Chicago Park District Special Olympics reviewed for quality by Inclusive Programs Guide?
No. This listing is informational and based on public sources. It is not a rating, ranking, quality review, or safety evaluation.
What information should families confirm with Chicago Park District?
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