Milano Cortina 2026

Selection Process

The following policies for the Milano Cortina Winter Olympic Games are available to download. The Games will be hosted from 6th-22nd February 2026. In addition to Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo, joint assignee cities of the event, the competitions will take place in Valtellina, Val di Fiemme and Anterselva/Antholz.

NZOC Milano-Cortina Selection Policy & Agreements:

(Note: These files may now be updated: Refer to NZOC Governance Documents HERE)

NZOC Selection Policy for Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games
NZOC Selection Panel Profiles
NZOC Team Agreement - Milano-Cortina 2026
IOC Social Media Guidelines
IOC Social Media Guidelines - FAQs
Milano-Cortina Commercial Guidelines
Milano-Cortina Commercial Waiver

Specific Sport Nomination Criteria

Curling Nomination Criteria for Milano-Cortina 2026
Luge Nomination Criteria for Milano-Cortina 2026
Ice Figure Skating Criteria for Milano-Cortina 2026
Ice Speed Skating Criteria for Milano-Cortina 2026
Snow Sports Criteria for Milano-Cortina 2026 Amended_v2

The Opening Ceremony will take place at Milan’s legendary San Siro stadium on 6 February, while the Closing Ceremony will be held at the stunning Verona Arena on 22 February.

As the countdown to February 2026 continues, anticipation is building for an Olympic experience that blends Italy’s alpine charm with elite athleticism. Whether you're captivated by the dramatic Dolomites, eager to witness thrilling new snow sports, or cheering on New Zealand’s winter Olympians in their quest for gold, Milano Cortina 2026 promises to be an event to remember.

The Olympic programme features 16 disciplines: biathlon, bobsleigh, nordic combined, curling, freestyle skiing, ice hockey, figure skating, speed skating, ski jumping, alpine skiing, cross-country skiing, short track, skeleton, luge, snowboarding, and ski mountaineering.

PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS TO THE GAMES HERE