February 18, 2026 | 06:17 pm
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - After weeks of high-altitude drama and record-chasing performances, the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics are approaching their long-anticipated finale. From heart-pounding downhill descents to elegant figure skating performances, competitors from across the globe have turned Italy’s snow-covered terrain into a world stage defined by determination and aspiration.
Now, as the final medals are awarded and the flame prepares to dim, attention is turning to the Winter Olympics Closing Ceremony. Titled “Beauty in Action,” the grand finale is set to celebrate Italian culture, creativity, and the enduring unity between sport and art.
Between the nation’s majestic mountains and its vibrant cities, here are some details to know about the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics Closing Ceremony, as cited from various sources.
When Is the Winter Olympics Closing Ceremony?
The Closing Ceremony of the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics is scheduled for Sunday, February 22, once the final medal events have been decided earlier that day.
The celebration will begin at 1:30 p.m. CT, following a full day of final competitions, including medal events in bobsleigh, the women’s 50-kilometer cross-country mass start, women’s curling, and men’s ice hockey.
Where Is the Winter Olympics Closing Ceremony?
While the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics began in Milan, the spotlight for its grand finale will shift east to the historic city of Verona.
The Winter Olympics Closing Ceremony will unfold inside the iconic Arena di Verona, a first-century Roman amphitheater and UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its large-scale operas and concerts.
How Long Does the Ceremony Last?
Set to begin promptly at 8:30 p.m. local time, the Closing Ceremony of the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics is expected to run for approximately two and a half to three and a half hours, echoing the scale of the Opening Night spectacle.
Where Can I Watch the Winter Olympics Closing Ceremony?
For viewers eager to watch the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics Closing Ceremony, several broadcast and streaming options will be available across major markets.
In Italy, the ceremony will air on public broadcaster RAI, while audiences in the United Kingdom can tune in through the BBC, with additional coverage offered on TNT Sports and discovery+.
In the United States, the Winter Olympics Closing Ceremony will be broadcast live on NBC beginning at 2:30 p.m. ET, with streaming available on Peacock as well as NBCOlympics.com and the NBC Sports and NBC apps.
Who Are Performing at the Winter Olympics Closing Ceremony?
Details are continuing to emerge about the star-studded lineup set to headline the Closing Ceremony of the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
International ballet icon Roberto Bolle will lead a headline performance, joined by a lineup of acclaimed Italian artists across music and performance. Among them are Gabry Ponte, known globally for his high-energy electronic sound, and singer-songwriter Achille Lauro, whose dramatic stage presence has defined some of Italy’s most memorable live shows.
Actress and model Benedetta Porcaroli is also expected to appear. Behind the scenes, an ensemble of roughly 800 performers, musicians, technicians, and volunteers will help transform the historic venue into a stage worthy of an Olympic farewell.
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