Kamloops 2026 55+ BC Games
September 9-12, 2026
VENUE – North Thompson Fall Fair & Rodeo Association – 4856 Dunn Lake Rd, Barrière, BC V0E 1E1
REGISTRATION DEADLINE – JUNE 30, 2026
Sport Chair: Darcey Woods
Disciplines:
*click the disciplines for criteria and specifications
- Dressage /Western Dressage
- DRESSAGE RIDERS PLEASE ENTER YOUR TESTS HERE – Dressage Test Registration
- Driving Trials
- Ranch Horse
- Mountain Trail
The 55+ Games will be held September 9-12, 2026 and will see 25 sports and activities offered for the 2500+ anticipated participants.
The 55+ BC Games are an important part of the BC sport system and the largest annual multi-sport gathering event in the province. The Games offer the opportunity to celebrate sport and active living with other participants from across the province and experience the hospitality of the host city.
Each year the Games attract approximately 2,500 participants and require over 1,200 volunteers to stage and deliver the Games in the Host Community.
Event Information:
- 55+ Webpage Equestrian Landing Page
- Tentative Schedule
- Rules
- Stabling Sign Up
- Camping
- Biosecurity
- All Biosecurity forms are to be completed and returned to [email protected]
- WDAA Dressage Tests
Registration is live as of March 16
- Link to register: https://55plusbcgames.org/registration-information/
- Registration how-to guide: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1IU4vMqWIMTCsCgzF77GoGHwkMszHBy-2/view?usp=sharing
- If you need information or help registering for the games, please contact [email protected]
If you have questions regarding your discipline, please contact:
- Sport Chair – [email protected]
- Dressage Discipline Chair – [email protected]
- Driving Discipline Chair – [email protected]
- Mountain Trail Discipline Chair – [email protected]
- Ranch Horse Discipline Chair – [email protected]
- Camping and Stabling – [email protected]
Please note: Helmets are recommended for competitors
Please note that the 55+ BC Games Zones are not the same as Horse Council BC Regions. There are twelve 55+ BC Games Zones – Link to 55+ BC Games Zones
Officials Development Clinics
Through the Eyes of a Driving Judge
September 11–13, 2026 • North Thompson Fall Fair & Rodeo Association
Gain a judge’s‑eye view of what makes a winning drive. This three‑day clinic with FEI Driving Judge Francois Bergeron offers practical insight into how performances are evaluated, what details matter most, and how to present your best turnout. Held alongside the Driving Competition at the 2026 55+ Games, the event blends Q&A sessions, live demonstrations, and hands‑on judging practice.
Highlights
- Post‑competition Q&A sessions (Friday & Saturday)
- Full day of judging, demos, and discussion (Sunday)
- Led by renowned FEI 3* Judge Francois Bergeron
Registration
- Free for competitors in the 2026 55+ Games Driving Competition
- $150 for all other participants
- Register here: https://hcbc.online/EventReg?State=Ticket&EventAlias=10288
Through the Eyes of a Ranch Horse Judge
September 11–13, 2026 • North Thompson Fall Fair & Rodeo Association
Gain a judge’s‑eye view of what makes a standout ranch horse. This three‑day clinic with multi‑carded judge Jodie Moore offers clear insight into how ranch horse performances are evaluated, including correctness, maneuver quality, authenticity, and overall presentation. Held alongside the Ranch Horse Competition at the 2026 55+ Games, the event blends Q&A sessions, live demonstrations, and hands‑on judging practice.
Highlights
- Post‑competition Q&A sessions (Friday & Saturday)
- Full day of judging, demos, and discussion (Sunday)
- Led by respected multi‑carded judge Jodie Moore
Registration
- Free for competitors in the 2026 55+ Games Ranch Horse Competition
- $150 for all other participants
- Register here: https://hcbc.online/EventReg?State=Ticket&EventAlias=10289
Nanaimo 2025
View the results here: https://55plusbcgames.org/games-results/
View the photos here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/bcsg/albums/72177720328979278/
Salmon Arm 2024
View the official event photos here: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjBHb5G
View the results here: https://www.bcseniorsgames.net/results/default.aspx
Abbotsford 2023
View the 2023 Event Photos here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/bcsg/sets/72177720310668496/
2023 Games in the news: https://www.cowichanvalleycitizen.com/local-sports/shawnigan-lake-trio-led-cowichans-equestrians-at-55-bc-games-3120890
Questions? Email: [email protected]
2022 Victoria
Thank you to all of the volunteers and organizers, a great time was had by all!
In The News – Comox Valley Record
Click here to download final results.
Competition Forms
Please note payment for Stall and RV Reservations is not required upon submission and will be taken at a later date. Stall, RV reservations and Bio Security Forms are to be completed and returned to Horse Council BC [email protected]
55+ Discipline Chair Roles and Responsibilities
Equine Bio Security Form
Please note this form is a requirement for entry to the Games, entries will not be accepted without submitting this completed form