The 2025 National Summer Games will take place in Ōtautahi Christchurch, Wednesday 10 – Sunday 14 December. With approximately 1350 athletes expected to compete across 11 different sports and 7 venues. They will be joined by over 1000 coaches and other volunteers alongside whanau, friends and supporters the 2025 National Summer Games promises to be another amazing celebration of inclusive sport, friendship, diversity and most importantly of all – our incredible athletes.
Key Dates
Below is an initial outline on when clubs can expect to receive information and some deadlines for your planning:
Key Contacts
Please do not hesitate to get in touch with the team regarding any queries on the 2025 National Summer Games, from registration queries through to sponsorship opportunities.
Events Director
Sports Director
Communications Officer
Liz Fitzgerald
Gary Peacham
Patrick Jones
events@specialolympics.org.nz
(+64) 27 582 3135
sport@specialolympics.org.nz
(+64) 21 274 6975
comms@specialolympics.org.nz
(+64) 27 800 1156
Venues
Ngā Puna Wai Sports Hub
Athletics, Football, Powerlifting
Parakiore Recreation and Sport Centre
Basketball, Bocce, Swimming
Riding for the Disabled Equestrian Arena
Equestrian
Canterbury Indoor Bowls
Indoor Bowls
Table Tennis Canterbury
Table Tennis
Zone Bowling
Tenpin Bowling
Golf: To Be Confirmed