Get Ready for the 2026 Winter Olympics: Schedule, Events, Athletes!

This week, athletes from around the world are participating in the 2026 Winter Olympic Games to compete for top honors in their sports. You can follow all the action from the comfort of your home, thanks to various broadcasting options.

How to Watch the 2026 Winter Olympics

The official opening ceremony of the 2026 Winter Olympics will be aired live by NBC and Peacock on Friday, February 6. NBC will broadcast select events during the day, with nightly highlights and a late-night edition. The closing ceremony will also be shown on NBC and Peacock on February 22.

There are a total of 16 sports and 116 medal events at this year's Winter Olympics. Popular events include hockey, alpine skiing, figure skating, speed skating, snowboarding, curling, freestyle skiing, and luge.

Who Are the Athletes Competing at the Winter Olympics?

2,900 athletes from around the world are participating in this year's Winter Olympics in Italy. Notable athletes include Lindsey Vonn, Nick Baumgartner, Faye Thelen, Kaillie Humphries, Elana Meyers Taylor, and more. Lindsey Vonn's return after an injury will be a highlight of the event.

The Winter Olympic competitions are taking place in various venues in Milan, Italy, including the San Siro Stadium. Alpine Skiing and other events will be held in different parts of the country.