The City of Calabasas will serve as a host city for a delegation of Special Olympics athletes before the opening of the 2015 World Games in Los Angeles.

About 7,000 participants from 170 nations will compete in more than 20 sports between July 25 and Aug. 2, 2015 at arenas including USC and UCLA. Among the competitions are aquatics, gymnastics, kayaking, basketball and soccer.

Host towns are responsible for providing accommodations, meals, activities and local transportation for the athletes and their sponsors.

Please check regularly to find out information about volunteering and for sponsorship opportunities.