Olympic Alpine Skiing: Start Date and Complete Schedule Revealed
As the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics approach, alpine skiing is set to be a major event. This sport showcases thrilling competitions, featuring top athletes from around the world, including American stars like Mikaela Shiffrin and Lindsey Vonn. The scenic backdrops of Italy will provide an exciting atmosphere for both participants and spectators.
Alpine Skiing Venues for the Milano Cortina Games
The event will be divided between two stunning locations in Italy:
- Women’s Events: Tofane Alpine Skiing Centre, Cortina d’Ampezzo
- Men’s Events: Stelvio Ski Centre, Bormio
Start Date and Complete Schedule for Alpine Skiing
Alpine skiing events will kick off before the official opening ceremony on February 6, 2026. Here are the important dates and details of the training runs and medal events:
| Date | Event | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Feb. 4 | Men’s downhill 1st official training | 5:30 a.m. |
| Feb. 5 | Men’s downhill 2nd official training | 5:30 a.m. |
| Feb. 5 | Women’s downhill 1st official training | 5:30 a.m. |
| Feb. 6 | Men’s downhill 3rd official training | 5:30 a.m. |
| Feb. 6 | Women’s downhill 2nd official training | 5:30 a.m. |
| Feb. 7 | Men’s downhill final (medal event) | 5:30 a.m. |
| Feb. 8 | Women’s downhill final (medal event) | 5:30 a.m. |
| Feb. 9 | Men’s team combined, downhill | 4:30 a.m. |
| Feb. 9 | Women’s downhill 4th official training | 5:30 a.m. |
| Feb. 9 | Men’s team combined, slalom (medal event) | 8:00 a.m. |
| Feb. 10 | Women’s team combined, downhill | 4:30 a.m. |
| Feb. 10 | Women’s team combined, slalom (medal event) | 8:00 a.m. |
| Feb. 11 | Men’s super-G final (medal event) | 5:30 a.m. |
| Feb. 12 | Women’s super-G final (medal event) | 5:30 a.m. |
| Feb. 14 | Men’s giant slalom run 1 | 4:00 a.m. |
| Feb. 14 | Men’s giant slalom run 2 (medal event) | 7:30 a.m. |
| Feb. 15 | Women’s giant slalom run 1 | 4:00 a.m. |
| Feb. 15 | Women’s giant slalom run 2 (medal event) | 7:30 a.m. |
| Feb. 16 | Men’s slalom run 1 | 4:00 a.m. |
| Feb. 16 | Men’s slalom run 2 (medal event) | 7:30 a.m. |
| Feb. 18 | Women’s slalom run 1 | 4:00 a.m. |
| Feb. 18 | Women’s slalom run 2 (medal event) | 7:30 a.m. |
The Alpine skiing events will be broadcast live through various networks, including NBC and streaming on Peacock. Keep an eye out for updates to catch all the action as athletes compete for gold at this iconic winter event.
