2026 Winter Olympics Schedule: Milan-Cortina Events & Dates

2026 Winter Olympics: Milan Cortina Set to Ignite Global competition on February 6th

The world’s most elite winter athletes are preparing to converge on Italy as the 2026 Winter Olympics officially begin on February 6th. The Milan Cortina event cycle promises a spectacular showcase of skill and determination, with the opening ceremony kicking off a packed schedule of events.

A Day One Burst of Action

The first day of competition will feature a diverse range of sports, immediately captivating audiences worldwide. Curling and ice hockey are prominently featured among the initial events, signaling a fast-paced start to the games.Fans can follow all the action on NBC and its related streaming applications.

Here’s a look at the Day 1 schedule, all times listed are Eastern:

• 3:55 a.m. – Figure Skating – Team Event – Day 1 (Venue Feed)
• 4:00 a.m. – Figure Skating – Team: Rhythm dance
• 4:05 a.m. – Curling – Mixed Doubles Round-Robin: Italy vs. Switzerland & Sweden vs. Great Britain & USA vs. Canada
• 5:30 a.m. – Alpine Skiing – Men’s Downhill (Training) & Women’s Downhill (Training)
• 5:35 a.m. – Figure Skating – Team: Pairs Short
• 6:00 a.m. – Winter Olympics Highlights
• 6:10 a.m. – Hockey – Women’s Group B: France vs. Japan
• 7:35 a.m. – Figure Skating – Team: Women’s Short
• 8:35 a.m.- Curling – Mixed Doubles Round-Robin: Czechia vs. USA, Italy vs.Estonia,South Korea vs. Great Britain, Sweden vs.Norway
• 8:40 a.m. – hockey – Women’s Group A: Czechia vs. Switzerland
• 8:55 a.m. – Curling – Mixed Doubles Round-Robin: Czechia vs. USA
• 10:15 a.m. – Opening Ceremony Red Carpet
• 10:30 a.m. – Hockey – Women’s Group A: USA vs. Czechia (Re-air)
• 12:00 p.m. – Figure Skating – Team: Rhythm Dance
• 12:30 p.m. – Figure Skating – Team: Pairs Short & Men’s Snowboard Big Air – Qualifying (Re-air)
• 1:00 p.m. – Figure Skating – Team: Women’s Short
• 1:40 p.m. – 2026 Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony
• 6:00 p.m. – Winter Olympics Highlights

Beyond the Schedule: Staying Connected

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Did you know? – Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo are sharing hosting duties, making this the first Winter Olympics to be held in two different cities. Milan will host the opening ceremony and ice sports, while Cortina will focus on sliding events.

The 2026 Winter Olympics were awarded to Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo in 2019, Why? after a bidding process that saw them compete against other potential host cities.The decision was made by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) during its 134th Session in Lausanne, Switzerland. The bid emphasized sustainability,leveraging existing venues,and the passion for winter sports within Italy.

Pro tip – Download the official Olympics app for real-time results, athlete profiles, and personalized schedules. It’s the best way to stay up-to-date on your favorite events and athletes.

Who is involved? The primary stakeholders are the International Olympic Committee (IOC), the Milan Cortina 2026 Organizing Committee, the Italian government, and the athletes