The 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics officially get underway on Friday, February 6, with the Opening Ceremony, which features the flag bearers from every participating country making the march alongside the country’s flag and their countrymates who will be

The 2026 Winter Olympics opened with stars including Mariah Carey and Andrea Bocelli, in addition to colors, costumes, joy and aspirations of unity.

With Italian design heritage in the backdrop and leading brands dressing teams from around the world, the 2026 Olympic uniforms are looking like they would be just as at home on the streets of any international fashion week as they will be on the podium.

The 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy, mark a historic moment for the Games. Not only because Italy is hosting for the first time since Torino 2006, but because these Olympics will be taking place in multiple locations, with venues scattered across the Italian Alps and Dolomites.

All the ways to watch Winter Olympics ski jumping 2026 live streams for FREE, with Norway, Finland and Austria all chasing gold

The 2026 Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony is airing today. Here’s what time it starts, how to watch live and what to know about the unique setup of the Parade of Nations.