Get ready for the 2026 Winter Olympics! The games are here, and with an action-packed schedule, you won't want to miss a moment. But here's the catch: with a time difference between the US and Italy, where the Milano Cortina Games are taking place, viewers need to be strategic about their viewing plans. Let's dive into the schedule and uncover the best ways to catch all the thrilling moments!
Today's Schedule:
For Saturday, February 7th, it's all about skiing! Alpine, cross-country, freestyle, and ski jumping will keep you on the edge of your seat. And don't forget about the curling round-robin sessions, including the highly anticipated US vs. Great Britain match. Figure skating fans, rejoice! You'll get to witness men's single skating and ice dance, along with ice hockey, luge, snowboarding, and speed skating.
Tomorrow's Action:
Sunday, February 8th, brings more slope-side excitement with Alpine skiing, biathlon, and ski jumping. Snowboarding and cross-country skiing will also be in full swing. Round-robin curling matches continue, along with luge and ice hockey. Figure skating enthusiasts, get ready for team competition in pair skating, women's single, and men's single.
Opening and Closing Ceremonies:
The opening ceremony for the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Games on Friday, February 6th, was a star-studded affair with performances by Mariah Carey, Laura Pausini, and Andrea Bocelli. The traditional Parade of Nations and the lighting of the Olympic cauldron added to the magic. The closing ceremony will take place on February 22nd at the Verona Arena, bringing the games to a grand finale.
Figure Skating Schedule:
Figure skating events kicked off on February 6th and will continue daily until February 11th. There's a brief break on February 12th, but additional figure skating events will take place on February 13th, 15th, 16th, 17th, and 19th. Check out the Olympics website for the detailed schedule of team, pair, and singles events.
Snowboarding Schedule:
Snowboarding events at the Winter Olympics started on February 5th and will continue from February 7th to 9th, 11th to 13th, and 15th to 18th. The Olympics website provides the schedule for qualifying events and final runs for both men's and women's competitions.
An Overview of the Olympics Schedule:
While the Olympics opening ceremony was on Friday, February 6th, the Winter Games actually began two days earlier on February 4th. The closing ceremony, along with several medal events, will be held on February 22nd. Although a full schedule is available online, organizers note that it is subject to change.
Here's a breakdown of the schedule day by day:
Wednesday, February 4th:
- Alpine skiing
- Curling
- Luge
Thursday, February 5th:
- Alpine skiing
- Curling
- Ice hockey
- Luge
- Ski jumping
- Snowboard
Friday, February 6th:
- Opening Ceremony
- Alpine skiing
- Curling
- Figure skating
- Ice hockey
- Luge
- Ski jumping
Saturday, February 7th:
- Alpine skiing
- Cross-country skiing
- Curling
- Figure skating
- Freestyle skiing
- Ice hockey
- Luge
- Ski jumping
- Snowboard
- Speed skating
Sunday, February 8th:
- Alpine skiing
- Biathlon
- Cross-country skiing
- Curling
- Figure skating
- Ice hockey
- Luge
- Ski jumping
- Snowboard
- Speed skating
And the action continues throughout the week with events like freestyle skiing, Nordic combined, skeleton, and more!
TV Schedule:
You'll be able to catch both live and tape-delayed coverage of the Olympics on TV. NBC and Peacock will be airing the games in the US. NBC promises a minimum of five hours of live event coverage each day, starting in the morning and continuing into the afternoon. Check your local listings for more details.
So, are you ready to cheer on your favorite athletes and teams? The 2026 Winter Olympics are here, and with this comprehensive schedule, you won't miss a beat!
What are you most excited to watch? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
