Ski and Snowboard - Rail Jam
Join us at the Heikki Lunta Winter Festival to hit some tricks at the Rail Jam event during the 2026 Winter Games! This Olympic-style event welcomes athletes from across the Midwest and will also include an Opening Ceremony. Check out the information below for the Rail Jam and we look forward to seeing you there!
EVENT DATE
February 6, 2026
LOCATION
Downtown Negaunee
Iron Street
Negaunee, MI 49866 (directions)
SESSIONS
Open Jam- This session is dedicated to athletes who want a friendly, low-stakes opportunity to try out a few new tricks. Awards will not be given to participants in the Open Jam session.
Open Class - Athletes will get as many runs as they can complete in 30 minutes. Awards will be given to first, second, and third place finishers.
SCHEDULE
Open Jam: TBD PM
Open Class immediately to follow
COST
Open Jam: TBD
Open Class: TBD
REGISTRATION
Onsite registration will be available at Love and Bicycles shop prior to the Open Jam.
Love and Bicycles
340 Iron St.
Negaunee, MI 49866 (directions)
Pre-registration closes TBD
MERCHANDISE
2026 Winter Games Merchandise
The 2026 Meijer State Games of Michigan Winter Games merch is coming soon! Check back for more details.
AWARDS
Awards will only be awarded to athletes competing in the Open Class division.
Cash prizes* and medals will be awarded for first, second, and third place.
* Cash prize amounts are dependent on the amount of entries.
PREPARE FOR THE GAMES
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OPENING CEREMONY
Join us as we officially kick off the Winter Games in Negaunee on Friday, February 7 at the Heikki Lunta Winter Festival
All athletes are welcome to attend and join the athlete parade.
Hotel
Meijer State Games of Michigan athletes receive a discounted rate for the Marquette Winter Games at Staybridge Suites! Click the button below to book your room now.
Staybridge Suites
855 W Washington St
Marquette, MI 49855 (directions)
MARQUETTE VISITOR INFORMATION
Be sure to check out the abundance of activities and attractions that Marquette has to offer when you are not competing! Click here for more information and ideas.
