The 2026 Winter Olympic Games and Paralympics, which will take place across parts of northern Italy, are quickly approaching.
The quadrennial events evoke feelings of camaraderie, pride and unity within and between countries and several New Yorkers have qualified for this year’s competition.
Here’s what to know.
When do the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics start?
The opening ceremony for the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics takes place Feb. 6, but some sports begin in the days leading up to it. Athletes will compete in sports like ice hockey, luge and snowboarding through the Games’ closing ceremony Feb. 22.
The Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Paralympics run from March 6 through March 15 and feature six sports: para alpine skiing, para biathlon, para cross-country skiing, para ice hockey, para snowboard and wheelchair curling.
Are there any New Yorkers competing in the 2026 Winter Olympics?
Almost 150 athletes will be competing for Team USA in the 2026 Winter Olympics, including 11 with New York ties:
How to watch the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics
Both the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics and Paralympics will be broadcast nationwide on NBC and can be streamed on Peacock.
Emily Barnes reports on consumer-related issues for the USA TODAY Network’s New York Connect Team, focusing on scam and recall-related topics. Follow her on X and Instagram @byemilybarnes. Get in touch at ebarnes@gannett.com.
This article originally appeared on Rockland/Westchester Journal News: These athletes with NY ties are going to the Olympics. See the list
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