Spectators
Opening Ceremonies is an evening of excitement for our athletes, and the coaches, families and volunteers who support Special Olympics. Don’t miss a chance to cheer and be inspired when Opening Ceremonies begins with the traditional parade of athletes. Athletes and their coaches will be welcomed into Aggie Stadium by the "Wall of Honor" consisting of Law Enforcement personnel from all over Northern California who have raised funds and awareness for Special Olympics throughout the year.
KTVU-TV Fox News Reporter and long-time supporter of Special Olympics John Sasaki will share emcee duties for the evening with a Special Olympics athlete.
The highlight of Opening Ceremonies will be the dramatic arrival of the Flame of Hope™ into Aggie Stadium escorted by a police motorcade and law enforcement personnel. The Law Enforcement personnel will be joined by several Special Olympics athletes and together they will light the Special Olympics caldron to officially open the Games.
The Opening Ceremonies and all athletic events are free and open to the public.
Directions to UC Davis
Driving east on Interstate 80 from the San Francisco Bay Area or driving west on I-80 from Sacramento, take the UC Davis exit onto Old Davis Road to the campus.
Driving south on Highway 113, take either the Russell Boulevard or UC Davis (Hutchison Drive) exit and go east until you reach the campus.
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