Winter Olympics 2026 Schedule: Key Dates, Events & Venues in Milan–Cortina

❄️ Winter Olympics 2026 Schedule – Complete Guide

The Winter Olympics 2026, officially known as the XXV Olympic Winter Games, will be hosted by Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo in Italy. Scheduled from February 6 to February 22, 2026, the Games will bring together elite winter athletes from around the world to compete in a wide range of snow and ice sports.

This marks the first time the Winter Olympics will be co-hosted by two Italian cities and the first Winter Games in Italy since Turin 2006 Winter Olympics.

📅 Key Dates

• Opening Ceremony: February 6, 2026

• Competition Days: February 7–22, 2026

• Closing Ceremony: February 22, 2026

Events will take place across multiple clusters in northern Italy, including Milan, Cortina, Bormio, Livigno, and other Alpine venues.

🏅 Sports & Event Schedule Overview

The 2026 Winter Olympics will feature 16 sports and approximately 116 medal events, making it one of the largest Winter Games in history.

🎿 Alpine & Mountain Events (Cortina / Bormio / Livigno)

• Alpine Skiing (Feb 7–16)

• Freestyle Skiing (Feb 8–20)

• Snowboarding (Feb 8–19)

• Ski Jumping (Feb 9–17)

• Nordic Combined (Feb 9–18)

• Cross-Country Skiing (Feb 8–22)

• Biathlon (Feb 8–21)

These events will take place in Italy’s scenic Dolomite and Alpine regions, offering dramatic backdrops and challenging courses.

⛸️ Ice Sports (Milan & Cortina)

• Figure Skating (Feb 7–21)

• Short Track Speed Skating (Feb 7–20)

• Speed Skating (Feb 8–21)

• Ice Hockey (Feb 6–22)

• Curling (Feb 4–22)

• Bobsleigh (Feb 14–22)

• Luge (Feb 7–13)

• Skeleton (Feb 12–15)

Curling and ice hockey competitions will begin before the Opening Ceremony, as is traditional in the Olympics.

🏟️ Venue Clusters

The Games are uniquely spread across multiple regions:

• Milan: Ice hockey, figure skating, short track

• Cortina d’Ampezzo: Alpine skiing (women), sliding events

• Bormio: Men’s alpine skiing

• Livigno: Snowboard & freestyle

• Val di Fiemme: Nordic skiing disciplines

This decentralized format helps utilize existing world-class winter facilities and reduces new construction.

⭐ What Makes 2026 Special?

• Italy’s return as host after 20 years

• Expanded medal program (including new mixed and team events)

• Strong sustainability focus

• Iconic Alpine settings

The Games will combine Italy’s sporting tradition with its rich culture, cuisine, and breathtaking mountain scenery.

📺 How to Follow the Schedule

The full detailed day-by-day competition timetable is available through the International Olympic Committee and the official Milan Cortina 2026 website. Events will be broadcast globally across major networks and streaming platforms.

The Winter Olympics 2026 promises thrilling competitions across 17 exciting days in one of Europe’s most beautiful winter destinations. Whether you’re a fan of alpine skiing, ice hockey, figure skating, or snowboarding, the Milan–Cortina Games are set to deliver unforgettable Olympic moments.