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Opening ceremony tonight launches Trail-Rossland BC Winter Games

Published 5:35 am Thursday, February 26, 2026

By Sheri Regnier

Addison Oberg (left), with the Trail Museum and Archives, and Alison Holm of the Trail and District Public Library put the finishing touches on a welcome banner at the Riverfront Centre as Trail and Rossland prepare for tonight’s Opening Ceremony of the Trail-Rossland 2026 BC Winter Games, Thursday, Feb. 26. Games guests are encouraged to stop by the Riverfront Centre, home to the Visitor Information Centre, and explore the history-rich sports gallery on the main floor. Hours are 9:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. The centre is closed Sunday. (Sheri Regnier/Trail Times)
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Addison Oberg (left), with the Trail Museum and Archives, and Alison Holm of the Trail and District Public Library put the finishing touches on a welcome banner at the Riverfront Centre as Trail and Rossland prepare for tonight’s Opening Ceremony of the Trail-Rossland 2026 BC Winter Games, Thursday, Feb. 26. Games guests are encouraged to stop by the Riverfront Centre, home to the Visitor Information Centre, and explore the history-rich sports gallery on the main floor. Hours are 9:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. The centre is closed Sunday. (Sheri Regnier/Trail Times)

Addison Oberg (left), with the Trail Museum and Archives, and Alison Holm of the Trail and District Public Library put the finishing touches on a welcome banner at the Riverfront Centre as Trail and Rossland prepare for tonight’s Opening Ceremony of the Trail-Rossland 2026 BC Winter Games, Thursday, Feb. 26. Games guests are encouraged to stop by the Riverfront Centre, home to the Visitor Information Centre, and explore the history-rich sports gallery on the main floor. Hours are 9:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. The centre is closed Sunday. (Sheri Regnier/Trail Times)
Alison Holm demonstrates the Riverfront Centre’s digital kiosk alongside the official Games guide available for visitors.

The Trail-Rossland 2026 BC Winter Games will officially begin with the Opening Ceremony tonight, Feb. 26, at the Trail Memorial Centre.

The celebration runs from 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., with doors opening at 6 p.m.

Organizers say the ceremony will launch the multi-sport event with an evening of entertainment, a parade of participants, guest speakers and the lighting of the Games torch.

Athletes are encouraged to wear their zone colours as they take part in the festivities.

At the conclusion of the ceremony, participants will walk or wheel a short distance outside to board buses.

Attendees are advised to dress appropriately for the weather, as there will be no coat storage available.

Admission is free, with general seating and no advance tickets required.

Spectators are encouraged to arrive early to secure a seat, take in pre-show entertainment and make use of available street parking in downtown Trail.

Food will be available for purchase at the venue.

Those unable to attend in person can watch the ceremony live beginning at 7 p.m. on Feb. 26, with streaming details to be shared through the Games website and social media channels.

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