The Manitoba Games powered by Manitoba Hydro is the largest ongoing multi-sport event in the province. Every two years, alternating between Winter and Summer, the Games are awarded to a host community that comes together to put on this multi-sport event. The Games create important legacies in new and enhanced sport facilities, volunteer, and leadership development, that build capacity and support for amateur sport across the province.
The Manitoba Games program was reinstituted in 1986 and were held every two years until the pandemic forced the postponement and then cancellation of both the 2020 and 2022 Games.
Fast forward to today, the 2026 Manitoba Winter Games powered by Manitoba Hydro will return to Thompson where the Games were last hosted in 2018. Find out more about Thompson and the entire host community by visiting the City of Thompson’s website.
The Manitoba Games powered by Manitoba Hydro are the province’s largest multi-sport event, showcasing top amateur athletes from across Manitoba. Held every two years, the Games alternate between summer and winter editions and bring together athletes aged 10–17 to compete in a variety of sports.
The Games are open to youth athletes who qualify through the five regional teams - North, West, East, South, and Winnipeg. Participants typically range from 10 to 17 years old and must meet sport-specific eligibility and performance criteria.
Participants will register for teams based on the regions identified in this map.
The Games are hosted in various communities throughout the province. This gives regional cities and towns the opportunity to welcome athletes and spectators while showcasing their facilities and local spirit. A bidding process that begins three years before the event determines the host.
For more information on hosting the Games in your community, read our hosting guide and contact games@sportmanitoba.ca with your questions.
The Games are organized by Sport Manitoba, in partnership with provincial sport organizations, host communities, and local volunteers.
Provincial sport organizations are responsible for selecting the athletes and coaches who represent each regional team. They also oversee the competition elements at the Games ensuring the standards are met as outlined in their technical package.
