Bids are due August 21, 2026! Please reach out with any questions or interest.

The Hartford Nationals conducted by Move United is a multi-sport, week-long competition for athletes with a physical, visual, and/or intellectual impairment. Sports contested include archery, boccia, para powerlifting, paratriathlon and aquathlon, shooting (air rifle), swimming, track and field, and wheelchair tennis.

The below information should be used as a guide for organizations and cities interested in bidding to host The Hartford Nationals. Move United will evaluate bids with consideration for the following:

-Accessible venues and hotel properties
-Experience in sport event management
-Support of the local community
-A strong local organizing committee (LOC) with the ability to generate local event sponsorships and resources
-Sophisticated venues and hotel properties
-Affordability of the event for participants

2028-2029 The Hartford Nationals conducted by Move United (Recently Updated)

Move United uses sports to push what's possible so everyone, regardless of ability, has equal access to sports and recreation in their community. Established in 1956, Move United is an Affiliate of the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee.

Move United is the national leader in community adaptive sports. Our 225 member organizations in 45 states are united by a single mission: ensuring everyone, regardless of ability, experiences the life-changing power of sport and is included in their community.

We are helping to redefine disability for more than 120,000 youth and adults each year who develop independence, confidence, and become stronger every day through participation in sports, including recreation, competition & education programs.

2028-2029 The Hartford Nationals conducted by Move United (Recently Updated)

All Ages Multi Sport Competition

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