Olympics
As of today, September 10, 2025, there are just 150 days remaining until the XXV Olympic Winter Games commence on February 6, 2026. This marks the first time in 20 years that the Winter Games will be held in Europe, and the first-ever officially co-hosted Winter Olympics between two cities: Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo.
While there are two official co-hosts, the 2026 Games will unfold across six primary regions in northern Italy:
- Milan (Lombardy): The bustling metropolis will host the Opening Ceremony at the iconic San Siro Stadium, home to AC Milan and Inter Milan. Indoor events such as figure skating and short-track speed skating will take place at the Mediolanum Forum, while ice hockey matches are scheduled for the Santa Giulia Ice Hockey Arena.
- Cortina d’Ampezzo (Veneto): This picturesque Alpine town, previously a Winter Olympics host in 1956, will serve as the venue for several events, including alpine skiing, bobsleigh, skeleton, and luge competitions.
- Bormio and Livigno (Lombardy): Bormio resort will host men’s alpine skiing, and Livigno will host several freestyle events, including moguls and aerials competitions.
- Anterselva (South Tyrol): Known for its biathlon arena, Anterselva will host biathlon events.
- Predazzo and Tesero (Trentino): These venues will feature ski jumping and cross-country skiing events.
- Verona: The Games will conclude with the Closing Ceremony at the historic Verona Arena.
The 2026 Winter Olympics will showcase 116 events across 16 sports, including:
- Alpine Skiing: Featuring both men’s and women’s events in disciplines such as slalom, giant slalom, and downhill.
- Freestyle Skiing and Snowboarding: Including moguls, aerials, halfpipe, and slopestyle competitions.
- Biathlon: Combining cross-country skiing and rifle shooting.
- Bobsleigh, Skeleton, and Luge: High-speed races on ice tracks.
- Ski Jumping and Nordic Combined: Showcasing aerial acrobatics and endurance.
- Figure Skating and Short Track Speed Skating: Graceful performances and fast-paced races.
- Ice Hockey: Featuring men’s and women’s tournaments.
New additions to the Games include ski mountaineering events, adding to the excitement and diversity of the competition.
With the Games just 150 days away, preparations are intensifying, and hopeful athletes are prepping for qualification spots in the 2025-26 season ahead.
The “ICE House,” a collaborative hospitality center for U.S. athletes in figure skating, hockey, and speed skating, is set to open in Milan at the Atheos hotel, providing a supportive environment for competitors and their families. ICE House will also serve as a media hub for content creators.
As the countdown continues, excitement is building for what promises to be a memorable Winter Olympics. 150 days—the countdown is on!
