The Orillia 2026 Ontario Winter Games are back for the second weekend of competition. Week Two kicks off with the Opening Ceremonies at 7 p.m. tonight in Centennial Park, welcoming athletes, coaches, officials, and spectators for the final weekend of this province-wide celebration of sport.
Opening Ceremonies will feature an Athlete’s Parade, speeches from dignitaries and sponsors, the lighting of the Ontario Winter Games cauldron, and fireworks. Members of the public are invited to attend these free events and celebrate sport, community, and provincial pride.
“As Orillia welcomes athletes from across the province for the second weekend, the 2026 Ontario Winter Games will stand as a memorable celebration of athletic excellence and the unifying power of sport,” said Neil Lumsden, Minister of Sport. “These Games will shine a spotlight on the talent, hard work and dedication of the young athletes invited to compete. Our government is proud to support Orillia in hosting an event that creates lasting memories, boosts the local economy and reinforces Ontario’s reputation as a leader in sport development and a host for world-class events.”
“Week Two is an exciting continuation of what has already been an unforgettable Games,” said Orillia Mayor Don McIsaac. “From the slopes to the pool, Orillia is proud to welcome Ontario’s top athletes for another weekend of competition, teamwork, and inspiration.”
The second week of competition will feature alpine skiing, artistic swimming, 5-pin bowling, cross country, para nordic, fencing, futsal, snowboard, and wrestling. Athletes from across the province will showcase their skills across venues in Orillia and Simcoe County.
“Seeing the athletes return for Week Two is a reminder of the power of sport in creating memories and inspire future leaders,” said Will LaFrance, General Manager, Orillia 2026 Ontario Winter Games. “We are proud to continue celebrating the dedication and talent of these young athletes.”
The Orillia 2026 Ontario Winter Games are proudly presented by Desjardins Financial Group, whose support helps make this celebration of sport possible.
“It is an immense source of pride for us to support the 2026 Ontario Winter Games in Orillia,” said Benaaz Aronis, Senior Vice-President at Desjardins Financial Group. “These Games bring together young athletes from across the province, giving them the opportunity to push their limits, celebrate their achievements, and experience moments that will remain etched in their memories forever. At Desjardins, we believe in the next generation. Events like this reflect the very best and greatest inspiration that sport can offer.”
During the Opening Ceremonies on Feb. 26, temporary road closures and parking impacts will be in effect. Visit orillia.ca/OWGImpacts for details, maps and timing, and orillia2026.ca for full Games information.
Games Ontario
The 2026 Ontario Winter Games is supported by the Ontario government, through its Games Ontario program. This program delivers and supports multi-sport events, including the Ontario Winter and Summer Games for youth, the Ontario 55+ Summer and Winter Games, and the Ontario Parasport Games.
