February 28, 2026
Whistler Olympic Park
All times are subject to change.
Gates Open
7:30 am: Whistler Olympic Park
For a venue map showing all loppet locations, click here.
Bib Pick-Up
Cross Country Technical Building (left side of the upper parking lot facing the Olympic Rings — follow signs)
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 8:00 am | 50K |
| 8:15 am | 25K |
| 8:30 am | 15K & Para 10K |
| 11:00 am | 5K Mini |
National Anthem
9:55 am
Race Starts
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 10:00 am | 50K |
| 10:20 am | 25K |
| 10:40 am | 15K & Youth 15K |
| 10:45 am | Para 10K Sit Ski |
| 12:45 pm | Payak Mini |
Lunch
11:30 am: For athletes and volunteers
50K Cutoff
12:30 pm: Stadium cutoff
Awards Ceremonies
1:30 pm
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| 15K, Para 15K & Para 10K Sit Ski | Top 6 finishers M/F, big-ticket prize draw |
| 25K | Top 6 finishers M/F, big-ticket prize draw |
| 50K | Top 6 finishers M/F, big-ticket prize draw |
Ski Raffle Draw
3:00 pm
Seeding Guidelines
Please position yourself in the start pack according to your ability level:
- Racing for the podium? Start near the front.
- Newer or slower skier? Please start toward the back.
- Expect to finish mid-pack? Choose a position in the middle.