Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics: What You Need to Know
Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics
Italy is preparing to welcome the world for the 2026 Winter Olympics, which will take place in the beautiful regions of Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo from February 6 to 22, 2026.
A Historic Bid
Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo won the bid to host these Winter Olympics, marking the return of the event to Italy after the Turin Games in 2006. This edition will be special as it will use existing infrastructure, in line with Olympic Agenda 2020 which encourages sustainability.
Competition Venues
Events will be spread across several iconic sites:
- Milan: Will host the opening and closing ceremonies at San Siro Stadium, as well as ice hockey events
- Cortina d'Ampezzo: Legendary ski resort that will host alpine skiing, curling and bobsleigh events
- Valtellina: For alpine skiing and snowboarding
- Val di Fiemme: For cross-country skiing and Nordic combined
- Anterselva: For biathlon
Olympic Disciplines
Spectators will be able to watch 16 sports disciplines including:
- Alpine skiing
- Biathlon
- Bobsleigh
- Cross-country skiing
- Curling
- Figure skating
- Ice hockey
- Luge
- Nordic combined
- Short-track
- Skeleton
- Ski jumping
- Snowboard
- Speed skating
- Freestyle skiing
Commitment to Sustainability
These Olympics stand out for their sustainable and responsible approach. Organizers have focused on:
- Using existing or temporary facilities
- Reducing carbon footprint
- Positive legacy for local communities
- Promoting public transport and soft mobility
A Major Cultural Event
Beyond sports, Milan-Cortina 2026 will be an opportunity to celebrate Italian culture, its renowned gastronomy and exceptional heritage. Visitors will be able to discover the Italian Alps, Milanese fashion and Italy's legendary hospitality.
How to Participate
Tickets for various events will be released progressively. It is recommended to follow the official Games website to not miss any information about purchasing procedures and available packages.
The Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics promise to be a spectacular event, combining sporting excellence, the beauty of Alpine landscapes and Italian cultural richness. See you in February 2026 to experience this unforgettable Olympic adventure!