Annual Events

Events to directly support our adaptive programs

Save the Date….2026 Ability Ball October 10, 2026!

Join us for our annual fundraising event! Enjoy dinner and festivities along with both silent and live auctions as we celebrate the year's accomplishments.

Location: Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Phoenix-Mesa
1011 West Holmes Avenue, Mesa, AZ 85210

See our dedicated page for all the details.

25th Duck & Run nets $190,000 for charity!

Duck & Run Golf Tournament

***Kierland Golf Resort***
***Friday, April 2, 2027***
The Duck & Run Golf Committee runs an invite-only golf tournament which generously supports not only Arizona Disabled Sports but also Crowns of Courage and Suzy Foundation!

Team Mesa Events

For individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities

Teams Mesa & Chandler Fashion Show

Chandler Center for the Arts will roll out the red carpet for the cities of Mesa and Chandler Adaptive Programs! Following a fabulous luncheon with raffle, models take center stage for a fabulous fashion show. This show puts a smile on everyone’s face as well as warms the heart as our models strut their stuff down the runway!

2025 event was awesome!

Save the date for September 19, 2026!

Sports Competitions

Visit the Special Olympics Arizona Calendar to see all events that the Mesa Bulldogs will be competing in. Be sure to filter in the “Four Peaks” area to get information for our area.

Az Heat Events

For individuals with physical disabilities and/or visual impairments

Annual SkiAble Event

Save the date….February 7-9, 2027

2026 SkiAble Adaptive Alpine Experience
Location: Arizona Snowbowl - Flagstaff, AZ
Dates: February 1-3, 2026
Arizona Disabled Sports and High Country Adaptive Sports partner for the 2026 SkiAble Adaptive Alpine Experience. This program provides an opportunity for beginner, intermediate, and advanced skiers and snowboarders to enjoy the freedom and thrill of the downhill sport.