2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics: A Historic Event Unfolds with New Sports and Star-Studded Ceremonies

The excitement is building for the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics, set to take place from February 6 to 22. This edition marks a historic moment for the Spanish delegation, boasting one of the largest teams with a total of 20 athletes, and nearly 3,500 athletes from around the world will come together in the stunning northern Italian cities of Milan and Cortina. The event will feature over 16 different disciplines, showcasing the talents of some of the world's best athletes. One of the highlights of this year's games is the introduction of new sports categories, notably mountain skiing, which will officially debut and serves as one of the last competitions to take place during the Olympics. The opening ceremony is scheduled for February 6 at the iconic San Siro Stadium in Milan, kicking off the festivities at 8:00 PM with a gala featuring renowned artists such as Mariah Carey, Laura Pausini, and Andrea Bocelli. This star-studded event is guaranteed to attract a global audience and set the tone for the spirit of the games. While the grand opening might steal the spotlight, several competitions are already underway. Curling commenced its matches on February 4, followed closely by ice hockey and snowboarding on February 5. As the games progress, other events will start, including figure skating, alpine skiing, cross-country skiing, and ski jumping, which all begin between February 6 and February 22. Here is the schedule for the key events: - Ice hockey: February 5-22 - Snowboarding: February 5-22 - Figure skating: February 6-21 - Alpine skiing: February 7-16 - Ski jumping: February 7-16 - Cross-country skiing: February 7-22 - Biathlon: February 8-22 - Mountain skiing: February 19-21 Daily events will typically be scheduled between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM local time, aligning conveniently with Spanish time to help fans follow their favorite athletes easily. Competitions are expected to run until 9:00 or 10:00 PM, with extended hours on weekends potentially lasting until 11:00 PM. Fans in Spain can catch all the action through Teledeporte and RTVE Play, offering specialized coverage on Spanish athletes. For those wanting to follow the entire event, it can be viewed on platforms like Eurosport, HBO Max, Movistar Plus, and DAZN. As anticipation grows, the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics promises to be an unforgettable celebration of sport, culture, and international unity. Related Sources: • Source 1 • Source 2