Catch the 2026 Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony: Your Guide to Watching on TV and Online
The Winter Olympics are set to commence in Milan-Cortina, signaling the arrival of an exciting season of athletic competition. Among the notable figures carrying the Olympic torch are Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie, stars of the show Heated Rivalry.
The official competition for the Milan-Cortina Games kicked off a few days ahead of the Opening Ceremony scheduled for Friday, February 6. NBCUniversal’s networks, including NBC and Peacock, will provide coverage to U.S. audiences. More details about the event are outlined below.
When is the Opening Ceremony for the 2026 Winter Olympics?
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The Opening Ceremony will take place on February 6, with live coverage beginning at 2 p.m. ET/11 a.m. PT. The ceremony is expected to last approximately three hours.
Is the Opening Ceremony for the 2026 Winter Olympics streaming?
Yes, Peacock will stream the Winter Olympics 2026, including both the opening and closing ceremonies, as well as various events.
Where can I watch the Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony with cable?
Viewers can tune in to NBC for both live coverage and an 8 p.m. primetime encore, which will also be available on Peacock.
Who will perform at the Winter Olympics 2026 Opening Ceremony?
The ceremony will feature performances by Grammy winner Mariah Carey, soprano Andrea Bocelli, singer-songwriter Laura Pausini, pianist Lang Lang, and mezzo-soprano Cecilia Bartoli. Other participants include actor Pierfrancesco Favino and violinist Giovanni Zanon, along with stars from The White Lotus and The Paper, Sabrina Impecciatore and Matilde De Angelis, as well as the artist Ghali.
Who is competing in the 2026 Winter Olympic Games?
Notable athletes like alpine skiers Mikaela Shiffrin and Lindsey Vonn, along with snowboarder Chloe Kim, will be returning to compete. Other Team USA athletes to watch from February 6-22 include alpine skiers River Radamys and Ryan Cochran-Siegle, figure skater Amber Glenn, and speedskaters Erin Jackson, Brittany Bowe, and Jordan Stolz. Prominent ice hockey players include Charlie McAvoy, Jack Eichel, Quinn Hughes, Brady Tkachuk, Matthew Tkachuk, and Auston Matthews.
