Bacolod City Opens First-Ever NIRAAM 2026 at Panaad Stadium

Bacolod City proudly opens the first-ever Negros Island Region Athletic Association Meet — NIRAAM 2026 with a grand and colorful Opening Ceremony at the Panaad Park and Stadium. NIRAAM 2026 marks a historic moment for the newly established Negros Island Region, bringing together young athletes, coaches, officials, and delegations from across Negros Occidental, Negros Oriental, Siquijor, Bacolod, Silay, Kabankalan, Dumaguete, Canlaon, Bais, Bayawan, Guihulngan, and Tanjay. The Opening Ceremony showcased the energy, culture, and unity of the region — from the parade of delegations, the vibrant MassKara performances, field demonstrations, and the inspiring messages calling on young athletes to compete with discipline, heart, and pride. As host city, Bacolod welcomed the region with warmth, hospitality, and confidence, showing once again its growing capacity to host major sporting events and bring people together through sports. This is NIRAAM 2026 — where excellence begins, dreams are tested, and the future champions of Negros Island rise. Padayon, Bacolod! Padayon, Negros Island Region!