How to Watch the 2026 Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony Online for Free

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long-awaited winter olympics We’re finally here, but before most sports start (some are curlingWednesday has already begun), the opening ceremony is written in pencil Friday, February 6th, 11am PT/2pm ET. What you can expect: From Team USA costumes designed by Ralph Lauren to performances by the likes of Mariah Carey and Andrea Bocelli, mastery will be on display wherever you go as the world’s best athletes kick off the world. 2026 Olympics.

Notably, this is the first time in the history of the Winter Olympics that the opening ceremony will be held across multiple venues and cities. The main event will take place at Milan’s San Siro Stadium, with additional festivities taking place simultaneously in Predazzo, Livigno and Cortina d’Ampezzo. The latter town will light its own Leonardo da Vinci-inspired cauldron, which will remain burning throughout the 2026 Olympic Games.

How to watch the 2026 Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony online without cable

You don’t need to drop anchor in Italy (or even have cable) to enjoy this year’s Olympic Opening Ceremony. broadcast on NBC, The proceedings can be viewed Live TV streaming services like DirecTV, Peacock (official streaming home of the Olympics), and Hulu + Live TV are available.

Read all about the benefits of each platform below, including a trial to stream the Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony for free.

What will athletes wear at the 2026 Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony?

Historically, the opening ceremony of the Winter Olympics involves a procession of athletes from each country entering the stadium wearing patriotic costumes made especially for the occasion. The so-called “parades of nations” will also be held in four locations this year instead of one, and will be accompanied by live music by global superstars and the lighting of the Olympic cauldron (this time in the plural).

On the fashion front, Ralph Lauren ranks first as the official outfitter for the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic teams. The brand is joined on the metaphorical podium by Lululemon (behind Team Canada’s outfit) and Emporio Armani, outfitting the Italian athletes competing on their home turf. As WWD previously reported, the opening ceremony will also include a full-scale tribute to the late Giorgio Armani. Other labels, from Moncler and Skims to J.Crew, Adidas and Nike, are also behind the ensembles you’ll be sure to see Friday and beyond.

A few days ago, the worlds of clothing and sports collided in an unexpected Winter Olympics fashion showcase. The fashion-forward event, held on Wednesday, featured real Olympic athletes filling the runway, offering a glimpse into “style moments worn by athletes on and off the field.” According to the International Olympic Committee.

Want to show your support for Team USA? Ralph Lauren recently made Opening Ceremony coats, sweaters, earmuffs, socks, and boots available for purchase. Since then, most of the items have been sold out. Team USA Opening Ceremony Wool Pants A lucky exception.

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