The 2008 Special Olympics Invitational Winter Games will be held February 25-28 in Boise, Idaho and are a prelude to the 2009 Special Olympics World Winter Games held February 6-13. This event will provide an opportunity for delegations from around the globe to witness the world-class venues and community enthusiasm prior to the World Winter Games in 2009.

Participating in these games will provide athletes the chance to come to Idaho, and witness its scenic beauty and hospitable residents while creating memories that they will be able to share with their families and friends in their homelands forever.

Approximately 365 athletes from 10 countries will compete compared to the 3,000 athletes from 85 countries who will participate in 2009. These athletes will compete in five sports: Alpine Skiing, Cross-Country Skiing, Floor Hockey, Snowboarding and Snowshoeing.