Explore Today’s 2026 Winter Olympics Schedule and Future Events
The 2026 Winter Olympics are currently taking place in Milano Cortina, Italy. The event began with the opening ceremony on February 6 and will conclude with the closing ceremony on February 22. Following this, the Paralympic Games are scheduled for March 6 to March 15, 2026.
2026 Winter Olympics Schedule Overview
The games are set six hours ahead of Eastern Standard Time and nine hours ahead of Pacific Standard Time. This time difference is crucial for American viewers who wish to follow the events live.
Today’s Schedule for February 7
- Skiing Events: Alpine, cross-country, freestyle, and ski jumping competitions.
- Curling: Multiple round-robin sessions, featuring a match between the USA and Great Britain.
- Figure Skating: Men’s single skating and ice dance competitions.
- Additional Sports: Ice hockey, luge, snowboarding, and speed skating.
Tomorrow’s Schedule for February 8
- Skiing Events: Alpine skiing, biathlon, and ski jumping.
- Snowboarding: Continued competition.
- Curling: Further round-robin matches.
- Figure Skating: Team competitions in pair skating, women’s singles, and men’s singles.
Highlights of the Opening Ceremony
The opening ceremony featured star performances from Mariah Carey, Laura Pausini, and Andrea Bocelli. The event took place at the Milano San Siro Olympic Stadium and included the Parade of Nations and the traditional lighting of the Olympic cauldron. Secondary celebrations occurred around Milan and additional venues in Predazzo, Livigno, and Cortina d’Ampezzo.
Closing Ceremony Details
The closing ceremony for the Milano Cortina Winter Games will be held on February 22 at the iconic Verona Arena.
Figure Skating Competition Schedule
Figure skating events commenced on February 6 and will run daily until February 11. After a one-day break on February 12, additional events will be held on February 13, 15, 16, 17, and 19.
Snowboarding Event Schedule
Snowboarding competitions began on February 5 and will continue through various dates such as February 7-9, 11-13, and 15-18. Fans can check the official Olympics website for detailed timings.
Live Coverage Information
Viewers in the United States can watch the Olympics on NBC and Peacock. A minimum of five hours of live coverage will begin each morning, with additional events broadcast throughout the day.
The Milano Cortina Games promise to be an exhilarating showcase of winter sports, drawing athletes and fans from around the world.
