Officially, the 2026 Winter Olympics start on Friday evening at the opening ceremony. In practice, competition begins on Wednesday, February 4 when the curling gets under way.

The Milano Cortina Winter Olympics kick off in February 2026! Learn more about the opening ceremony festivities now.

When are the 2026 Winter Olympics? What time does Milan Olympic Games opening ceremony start? Olympics schedule, date, time, location, watch, stream and more.

The 2026 Winter Olympics opening ceremony is just days away. Here's what to know ahead of the start to the Milano Cortina Games:

The United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee announced Snoop Dogg as an honorary coach in December. The title is part of a volunteer role that celebrates and supports America’s athletes off the field of play.

The Deseret News is on the ground in Italy for the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics, bringing you the most inspirational stories and images from the Winter Games.

STAMFORD, CONN. – February 3, 2026 – NBC Sports has selected Sony Electronics to provide technology, including more than 100 cameras and nearly 500 monitors, as well as lenses, accessories, and on-site support for its production of the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics and Paralympics, Feb. 6-22, and March 6-15, respectively.

From medals to mascots, schedules to slopes—here’s everything you need to know to be ready for the 2026 Winter Olympic Games.