Your Guide to the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympic Winter Games

The 2026 Olympic Winter Games in Milan adn Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy, are fast approaching, promising a stunning showcase of winter sports. While ⁢the official start ⁢is marked by the Opening Ceremony, the competition actually begins before then. This guide provides essential facts on when⁢ the Games begin, how long they last, and how to tune in to the action.

When Do the Olympic Games Begin?

The first events of the‍ 2026 Winter olympics are scheduled to commence on Febuary 4th. These initial competitions will feature alpine skiing and curling . Shortly⁤ after, ski jumping, snowboarding,⁢ figure skating, and ice hockey will also kick off, building anticipation for the official Opening ceremony. The first medals will be awarded starting February 7th.

Opening Ceremony Details

The Opening Ceremony ‍is set to take place on February 6th. Live coverage will begin at 1:00 PM Central Time (CT) and is expected to last approximately three hours. ⁢This event marks the official start of the Games and will be a grand celebration of sport‍ and culture.

how to Watch the 2026 Winter Olympics

The Opening ⁤Ceremony will be broadcast live on ‍NBC ⁤and streamed on Peacock and the NBC Olympics platforms . ⁤Viewers will also have the option to watch the ceremony on those platforms in primetime, starting at 7:00 PM CT.

For a comprehensive schedule of events, ⁣including details‍ on how to watch live or primetime coverage, visit the official NBC Olympics website: here.

Ticket ‍Information

If you’re planning to attend the games in ⁤person,tickets will be exclusively sold⁣ through ‍the official ticketing website⁣ . The official ticketing portal for managing tickets is available at . Please note that resale of tickets outside of the official channels is not permitted