Milan Cortina 2026 Opening Ceremony Shines with Mariah Carey
Milan Cortina 2026 Opening Ceremony Shines with Mariah Carey
The 2026 Winter Olympics kickoff dazzles across Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo, featuring star performances as the ceremony unfolds.
The Milano Cortina 2026 Opening Ceremony promises a celebration of Italy's art, music, and cinematic flair, staged across Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo as the Games get underway.
The ceremony begins Friday, Feb. 6 at 8 p.m. local time (11 a.m. PT) and will stream live on Peacock, with broadcast coverage across multiple venues in Italy.
A star lineup includes Mariah Carey and Andrea Bocelli, joined by a diverse cast of performers to tell a story steeped in Italian heritage.
Athletes have begun arriving in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo, signaling the official start of the 2026 Winter Games, which run through Feb. 22.
Fans around the world are gearing up for a spectacle that blends sport with art and storytelling as the Olympic journey opens.
