Show-Me STATE GAMES

A big shoutout to our longtime partners at The Heidelberg for the amazing lunch today! For years, they have been a proud supporter of the Show-Me State Games and our mission to provide opportunities for health, fitness, family, and fun across Missouri.

Please show them some love, whether you're looking for a great lunch, dinner, or a place to gather with friends and family, make plans to visit The Heidelberg today!

Thank you for being such an important part of the Show-Me State Games family!

👏 Thank You, The Salvation Army Columbia, MO! 👏

The Show-Me State Games would like to extend our sincere gratitude to the Salvation Army for sponsoring this year's Road Race/Race Walk event.

Your commitment to serving our communities and supporting healthy, active lifestyles helps make opportunities like this possible for athletes and families across Missouri. Because of your partnership, participants can come together to challenge themselves, achieve their goals, and create lasting memories.

Thank you for helping us promote health, fitness, family, and fun through the Show-Me State Games. We are proud to have the Salvation Army as part of our team!

🏉 Ready for a day of hard hits, fast breaks, and nonstop action? Join us for the Rugby Tournament at the Show-Me State Games! Teams from across the state will compete for gold in one of the most exciting and fast-paced sports around.
📅 July 18, 2026
📍 Gans Creek Recreation Area
Head to smsg.org/sports/?sport_id=12 to register. and then bring your teammates, your family, and your competitive spirit

Kick it old school at the Show-Me State Games Kickball Tournament!

Gather your teammates, lace up your sneakers, and get ready for a day filled with friendly competition, laughter, and unforgettable memories. Whether you're aiming for the championship or just looking to have fun with friends and family, the Kickball Tournament is the perfect way to be part of Missouri's largest amateur sports festival.

🎉 July 26
🏅 Rainbow Softball Center

Don't miss your chance to relive recess and compete for gold at the Show-Me State Games! Head to smsg.org/sports/?sport_id=91 now!

We are all high-fives for our upcoming tennis tournament!
🎾 July 17-19: Adult Divisions
🎾 July 24-26: Youth Divisions
🎾 Bethel/Gentry Courts
Whether you're a seasoned pro or an up-and-coming superstar, there's a place for you in our tournament! Learn more at https://smsg.org/sports/?sport_id=28

Bring your family, friends, and wrestling shoes for a day of competition, camaraderie, and fun. Wrestlers of all ages will have the opportunity to showcase their skills, build confidence, and create lasting memories as part of Missouri's largest amateur sports festival.
🤼‍♀️ July 18, 2026
🤼 Hearnes Center
Learn more and register at smsg.org/sports/?sport_id=23

Still dreaming about this weekend!

Senior Games draws competitors from across U.S. Sporting venues across the Columbia area hosted the Missouri State Senior Games this weekend, an Olympic-style tournament for athletes aged 50 and up.

Just a few of our favorite snap shots from today’s Missouri State Senior Games and Show-Me Sttae Games events!

Share your favorite moments from this weekend in the comments below 📸

Day 4️⃣ here we come!

We are grateful to Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux for helping feed our volunteers today! They have a menu full of great food and drinks to keep you fueled up and ready to go this weekend!! Make sure to head their way and let them know that you are in town for the games!

That’s a wrap on our 2026 Missouri State Senior Games Pickleball tournament! Congratulations to all who competed this week 🏅

Now on to the Show-Me State Games Pickleball Tournament Saturday and Sunday!