World’s elite skiers clash at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina starting February 7. The alpine skiing schedule runs 12 consecutive days through February 18. Here’s what you need to know about the most thrilling speed and technical events.
🔥 Quick Facts
- Competition Window: February 7-18, 2026 at two venues in Italy
- Total Events: 10 medals available (5 men, 5 women) across five disciplines
- Men’s Traditional Start: Downhill competition begins Saturday, February 7, 2026
- Women’s Schedule: Downhill runs Sunday, February 8, with technical events following week
Complete Alpine Skiing Event Schedule
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February 7 marks the official start when men’s downhill racers attack the Stelvio ski course in <bormio. The women’s contingent follows the next day at Tofane in Cortina. Over the next two weeks, 10 medal events will crown champions in downhill, super-G, giant slalom, slalom, and team combined.
This schedule breaks tradition by running alpine skiing continuously rather than spreading events throughout the games. Competitors face incredible physical and mental demands in consecutive weeks. Speed events unfold before technical disciplines, giving racers less recovery time.
Men’s vs Women’s Event Breakdown
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Men’s downhill kicks off on Saturday, February 7, followed by super-G on February 11. The giant slalom arrives on February 14, while slalom concludes the men’s program on February 16. A controversial team combined event rounds out the competition.
Women’s racing mirrors the men’s schedule precisely. Sunday, February 8 brings the women’s downhill, with super-G on February 12. The women’s giant slalom takes place February 15, while women’s slalom concludes two days later on February 18. Equal medal opportunities highlight Olympic gender parity in this sport.
Alpine Skiing Event Details and Venues
| Event | Date | Venue |
| Men’s Downhill | February 7 | Stelvio (Bormio) |
| Women’s Downhill | February 8 | Tofane (Cortina) |
| Men’s Super-G | February 11 | Stelvio (Bormio) |
| Women’s Super-G | February 12 | Tofane (Cortina) |
| Men’s Giant Slalom | February 14 | TBA |
| Women’s Giant Slalom | February 15 | TBA |
| Men’s Slalom | February 16 | TBA |
| Women’s Slalom | February 18 | TBA |
“The intensity of the Alpine skiing schedule at Milano Cortina will test every competitor’s endurance and focus.”
— FIS Alpine Skiing Officials
How to Watch and Where to Follow
NBC networks will broadcast all alpine skiing events live throughout February 7-18. American viewers can stream via Peacock and NBCOlympics.com. International audiences access streams through official Olympic broadcasters in their respective countries.
Start times vary based on mountain conditions and timezone. Most speed events begin in early morning UTC hours to maximize daylight. Technical events typically launch in late morning or early afternoon. Check Olympics.com and official NBC schedules for exact local start times.
Will This Alpine Skiing Schedule Determine Olympic Greatness?
The compressed 12-day window creates unprecedented challenge for skiers chasing multiple medals. Athletes must peak simultaneously across five different technical disciplines. Some competitors will excel in speed events while others dominate technical finals. The athletes who manage fatigue and mental sharpness across this marathon will claim true Olympic glory.
February 7-18 promises unforgettable moments as the world watches elite alpine skiers battle on Italian slopes. Tune in to NBC and Peacock to witness Olympic history in the making.
Sources
- Olympics.com – Official Milano Cortina 2026 alpine skiing schedule and results
- NBC Olympics – Complete TV and streaming coverage guide for alpine events
- FIS Alpine Skiing – International competition rules and official event information
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