Italy is set to host the Winter Olympics for a third time, with the 2026 Milano Cortina Games spanning multiple iconic locations. This guide breaks down the venues, new events, and everything fans need to know for the upcoming Games.
With a long and storied history in cold-weather sports, Italy will host the Winter Olympic Games for the third time in 2026. The competition will be spread out over several locations in northern Italy, from the fashion capital of Milan to the Alpine town of Cortina d’Ampezzo.
This year’s Games will introduce several new events, including ski mountaineering, mixed team skeleton, and dual moguls in freestyle skiing. This guide provides a complete overview of the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games.
Where are the 2026 Winter Olympics taking place?
The official hosts of the 2026 Winter Games are the Italian cities of Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo. This multi-city approach allows for a diverse range of venues and landscapes, showcasing the best of Italy.
Milan, the second-largest city in Italy and a global hub of fashion and design, will host marquee events such as figure skating, speed skating, and ice hockey, as well as the opening ceremony.
Cortina d’Ampezzo, located in the Dolomites 160 miles (258 kilometers) northeast of Milan, will host women’s Alpine skiing, curling, and sliding sports. Outside of Cortina in the Val di Fiemme Cluster, Predazzo will be the home of all ski jumping events, while Tesero will host cross-country skiing and Nordic combined.
Between Milan and Cortina along Italy’s northern border with Switzerland, the men’s Alpine skiing events will be held in Bormio, a regular stop on the World Cup circuit. Meanwhile, the snowboarding and freestyle skiing events will take place in nearby Livigno. The closing ceremony will be held at the Verona Olympic Arena in Verona.
When do the 2026 Winter Olympics start?
The 2026 Winter Olympic Games in Milano Cortina officially begin with the opening ceremony on Friday, Feb. 6, but the curling competition will get a head start two days earlier on Wednesday, Feb. 4. The Games will run until Sunday, Feb. 22.
The Winter Paralympic Games will then begin on March 6 and will run until March 15.
New Events to Watch for in 2026
The Milano Cortina Games will feature several new events, adding to the excitement and spectacle of the Olympics. This year’s Winter Games will introduce new ski mountaineering events, featuring three competitions: men’s and women’s sprints, as well as a mixed relay.
Additionally, the skeleton event will include a mixed team competition, and freestyle skiing will showcase dual moguls for both men and women. These additions reflect the International Olympic Committee’s efforts to make the Games more dynamic and inclusive.
How to Watch the 2026 Winter Olympics
The 2026 Milano Cortina Olympics will be broadcast nationally in the United States by NBC and its partners. Events will be televised on NBC, USA, and CNBC. All events at the 2026 Winter Games will be streamed exclusively on Peacock.
Coverage of the 2026 Winter Games will begin with the Opening Ceremony set to take place at the San Siro Stadium in Milan. The ceremony will be broadcast live on NBC and Peacock on Feb. 6.
For fans eager to see who will represent their country, Team USA has already announced its figure skating roster, featuring stars like Ilia Malinin and Alysa Liu. The full U.S. team consists of 232 athletes, all preparing to compete on the world’s biggest stage.
The Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics promise to be a spectacular event, combining the rich cultural heritage of Italy with the thrill of world-class athletic competition. From the snowy peaks of the Dolomites to the vibrant streets of Milan, the Games will offer an unforgettable experience for athletes and fans alike.
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