Approximately 2,900 athletes are expected to compete in Milan Cortina, representing a record for the Winter Games. Team USA is projected to include 232 athletes. The Opening Ceremony will take place on Friday, Feb. 6, with live coverage beginning at 2 p.m. ET and primetime coverage starting at 8 p.m. ET.

The 2026 Milan Cortina Opening Ceremony begins Friday, Feb. 6, with performances, celebrity appearances and Team USA flagbearers.

STAMFORD, CONN. – February 3, 2026 – NBC Sports has selected Canon U.S.A., Inc. to provide broadcast lenses for its production of the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics and Paralympics, Feb. 6-22, and March 6-15, respectively.

The Winter Olympics officially kick off on Friday with the Opening Ceremony and team figure skating. Here are all the livestream links you'll need. (AP Photo)

NBC bets on trio of big events to boost viewership. In a 10-day span in February, NBC will broadcast the Olympics, Super Bowl and NBA All-Star Game.

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STAMFORD, CONN. – February 3, 2026 – NBC Sports has selected Sony Electronics to provide technology, including more than 100 cameras and nearly 500 monitors, as well as lenses, accessories, and on-site support for its production of the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics and Paralympics, Feb. 6-22, and March 6-15, respectively.