Weather update: Events now run Saturday–Monday, with Saturday sports indoors. See the new schedule
About the Event
What is PEN-LYMPICS?
PEN-LYMPICS transforms The Peninsula into an Olympic-style community celebration. Neighbors become teammates, friendly rivals become champions for a cause, and every event is an opportunity to make a difference. Inspired by the Olympic spirit of teamwork, camaraderie, and friendly competition, participants compete with heart and raise vital funds for Special Olympics Delaware and the Boys & Girls Clubs of Oak Orchard/Riverdale. Every challenge, every cheer, and every dollar raised reflects the extraordinary impact of a community united by purpose.
2nd
Annual Event
10
Teams
$15K
Fundraising Goal
$50
Per Player & Volunteer
At The Peninsula Community
Making a Difference
Benefiting Nonprofit Partners
PEN-LYMPICS proudly supports nonprofit partners that create opportunities, inspire potential, and strengthen our community by providing life-changing programs and meaningful experiences for individuals and families throughout our region.
The Experience
A Celebration of Team Spirit
The 2026 experience expands beyond a single day of competition. The celebration begins with a Kick-Off Event and continues with a Lip-Sync Competition, Olympic-style Opening Ceremony, team games across the weekend, and an Awards Ceremony.
Kick-Off Event
Join us from 6:00–7:00 p.m. at The Cabana Bar to meet our nonprofit partners and sponsors.
Lip Sync Competition
A fun-filled morning of family-friendly entertainment showcasing creative community performances with special guest judges from Second Street Players at the Riverfront Theatre and CoastTV.
Opening Ceremony
Olympic-style ceremony in the Clubhouse featuring a symbolic torch lighting, parade of teams, and inspiring messages from our nonprofit partners.
Team Competitions
Saturday (indoors): Golf, Cornhole, Trivia, and Swimming. Monday: Pickleball, Tennis, Bocce, and Basketball.
Relay Race
All teams go head-to-head in the Lakeside Room in the race for the PEN-LYMPICS Championship!
Awards Ceremony
Crowning our champion and recognizing participants, teams, and achievements in the Lakeside Room.
Event Schedule
Game On
Players may compete in multiple events if the schedule permits.
Opening Ceremony
In the Clubhouse. Teams gather at the Clubhouse entrance by 8:15 AM. Torch lighting, parade of teams, and nonprofit remarks.
Golf Pitch
Simulator room at the Pro Shop (outdoors if weather allows) · At least 50% female
Cornhole
Fitness Center activity room
Pop Culture Trivia
Lakeside Room
Swimming
Indoor pool
Relay Race
Lakeside Room · All teams · At least 50% female
The Competition
Team Headquarters
The competition comes alive through creative team identities, friendly rivalry, and Peninsula community spirit.
Each participant joins the fun with a $50 tax-deductible donation, paid directly to Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware. Following the event, proceeds are shared equally between Boys & Girls Clubs of Oak Orchard/Riverdale and Special Olympics Delaware, helping create lasting impact in our community.
Ready to join the fun? Click on your team's logo to pay your $50 participation fee.
Join Us
Compete With Heart. Make an Impact.
Whether you're competing, volunteering, sponsoring, or cheering from the sidelines, PEN-LYMPICS gives every Peninsula resident a way to participate and make an impact.
Our volunteers are the energy behind PEN-LYMPICS. They help create a fun, welcoming, and memorable experience for participants while ensuring every event runs smoothly from start to finish.
Volunteers make a $50 tax-deductible donation, paid directly to Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware. Following the event, net proceeds are shared equally between Boys & Girls Clubs of Oak Orchard/Riverdale and Special Olympics Delaware, creating lasting impact in our community.
Click on the VOLUNTEERS logo to make your $50 donation.
Our supporters are the heart behind PEN-LYMPICS. Every sponsorship and donation helps create an unforgettable community celebration while providing vital funding for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Oak Orchard/Riverdale and Special Olympics Delaware.
Whether you're a business, organization, or individual, your generosity strengthens our community and changes lives. Friends and family can also support their favorite team or volunteer by making a tax-deductible donation.
Click on the SUPPORTERS logo to make a contribution.
Looking Back
2025 Highlights
Produced by Brad Sattin
Photos from the Celebration
Photos by Diep Lavu
In the News · CoastTV · June 22, 2025
Peninsula community hosts Olympic-Style games to benefit Special Olympics Delaware
Get in Touch
Contact Us
Bill Hector
Founder & President
Jodi Hector
Event & Volunteer Support
Bibi Gluckman
Event & Administrative Support
Patricia McCrystal-Smith
Rules & Administration
Cathy Melfi
Communications & Sponsorships
For more information, or if you'd like to become a sponsor, join or organize a team, or serve as an event volunteer, send us an email.