where can i watch the special olympics

You can watch the current Special Olympics USA Games on ESPN+, Disney+, ABC, and, for some events, NFL Network. The opening ceremony and most live competition coverage are streaming on ESPN+, with ABC carrying the preview/review shows and select highlights, and NFL Network airing the Unified 5v5 gold medal game.

Where to watch

• ESPN+ : Most live events, including athletics, swimming, and powerlifting.

• Disney+ : Opening ceremony and the flag football gold medal game.

• ABC : Preview show and later the “Best of Show” review special.

• NFL Network : Unified 5v5 gold medal game.

Current broadcast window

The 2026 Special Olympics USA Games are taking place in Minneapolis from June 20 to June 26, and the opening ceremony streamed on June 20 at 7:30 p.m. ET.

Easy way to watch

If you want the simplest option, use ESPN+ for the broadest live coverage, then check ABC for recap programming and Disney+ for the opening ceremony and featured event broadcasts.

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