Milano Cortina 2026: The 25th Winter Olympic Games

The 25th Winter Olympics and Paralympics are heading to Italy! Here is everything you need to know about Milano Cortina 2026:

Competition Schedule

• Winter Olympics: February 6 – 22, 2026
• Winter Paralympics: March 6 – 15, 2026

Host Venues

This edition is unique for its multi-centered approach, spreading across Northern Italy with two primary hubs:

• Milan (Milano): The heart of indoor sports.
  • Opening Ceremony: To be held at the iconic San Siro Stadium.
  • Sports: Focuses on ice events, including Ice Hockey, Figure Skating, and Speed Skating.
• Cortina d'Ampezzo: The home of outdoor snow sports.
  • Sports: Alpine Skiing, Bobsleigh, and Curling.

️ Highlights & Other Locations

Events will also take place in Valtellina and Val di Fiemme. The Games will conclude with a spectacular Closing Ceremony at the Verona Arena, an ancient Roman amphitheater in the city of Verona.