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100 Days to the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympics

October 29, 2025

The countdown has officially begun: in just 100 days, the lights of the Games will shine between the vibrant city and the majestic Dolomite peaks, bringing with them energy, passion, and the magic of world-class sport.

Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics

100 Days to the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics

The wait is almost over! The Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics are fast approaching.

Cortina d’Ampezzo is getting ready to make history once again: its mountains, world-class facilities, and warm-hearted people will welcome athletes from all over the world to celebrate the beauty of sport. An event that connects past and future, tradition and innovation — all set against a natural backdrop unlike any other on Earth.

Key Dates

The Olympic competitions will take place from February 6 to 22, 2026, across various locations in Lombardy, Veneto, and Trentino-Alto Adige.

Here are the most important dates:

Opening Ceremony: February 6, 2026 – San Siro Stadium, Milan
Closing Ceremony: February 22, 2026 – Arena di Verona

The Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games will follow, running from March 6 to 15, 2026.

Opening Ceremony: March 6, 2026 – Arena di Verona
Closing Ceremony: March 15, 2026 – Cortina d’Ampezzo

Where the Events Will Take Place

The competitions will be held across several “clusters” throughout Italy — a mix of vibrant cities and stunning mountain venues — to create a truly unique Olympic experience.

In Milan: figure skating, short track, ice hockey, and speed skating.
In Cortina d’Ampezzo: women’s alpine skiing, bobsleigh, skeleton, and curling.
In Bormio: men’s alpine skiing and ski mountaineering.
In Anterselva (Antholz): biathlon.
In Predazzo: Nordic combined and ski jumping.
In Tesero: Nordic combined and cross-country skiing.
In Livigno: freestyle skiing and snowboarding.