Here is the 2026 Winter Olympics figure skating schedule & key events for you. Figure skating remains one of the most captivating and highly watched events of the Winter Olympics, blending athletic power, artistry, and drama on the ice. We’ll get into all of the events that you will want to check out during the games.
Where do the 2026 Winter Olympics Figure Skating Events Take Place?
At Milano Cortina 2026, all figure skating competitions take place at the Milano Ice Skating Arena in Milan, Italy, from February 6 to February 19, 2026. The five medal events include:
- Men’s Singles
- Women’s Singles
- Pairs
- Ice Dance
- Team Event
With 142 quota spots allocated (a slight decrease from Beijing 2022), the field features deep talent, especially from the U.S. (one of the strongest rosters in years), Japan, and other powerhouses. Highlights include Ilia Malinin (“Quad God”) as a clear men’s favorite, a stacked U.S. women’s team (Alysa Liu, Amber Glenn, Isabeau Levito), and intense competition in pairs and ice dance.
What 2026 Figure Skating Events are on TV and Streamed?
All of the 2026 Winter Olympic figure skating events stream LIVE on Peacock (every moment, Gold Zone multiscreen, replays), with primetime highlights on NBC and daytime live action on USA Network or CNBC (overflow). Times are in Eastern Time (ET) (subtract 6 hours from CET; e.g., 2 p.m. CET = 8 a.m. ET). Schedules are preliminary as of January 26, 2026-check NBCOlympics.com or Olympics.com for final times, replays, or changes.
For the full Olympics schedule, venues, and medal predictions, visit our updated 2026 Winter Olympics Schedule: Full Day-by-Day Calendar, Key Medal Events, Printable PDF & Venues Guide (Milano-Cortina) and Predicted Medal Tally for the 2026 Winter Olympics: Favorites to Watch in Milan-Cortina (updated January 26, 2026).
2026 Winter Olympics Figure Skating Schedule (ET – Preliminary)
Here’s the 2026 Winter Olympics Figure Skating schedule for you. The competition runs from February 6 to February 19, 2026. Below is the day-by-day table with key events, times (ET), and medal notes.
| Date | Day | Key Events & Times (ET) | Networks & Notes |
| February 6 | Day 0 | Team Event: Rhythm Dance, Pairs Short Program, Women’s Short Program (various times, ~4–8 a.m. LIVE) | Peacock (LIVE full); USA (daytime live); NBC primetime highlights (8–11 p.m.) – Opening day sets team tone. |
| February 7 | Day 1 | Team Event: Men’s Short Program, Free Dance (~1:45–4:55 p.m. LIVE) | Peacock (LIVE); NBC primetime highlights – Advances top 5 countries to free programs. |
| February 8 | Day 2 | Team Event: Pairs Free Skate, Women’s Free Skate, Men’s Free Skate (~various, ~3–5 p.m. LIVE) | Peacock (LIVE); NBC primetime team final – Team Event Medals Awarded (first figure skating medals). |
| February 9 | Day 3 | Ice Dance: Rhythm Dance (~2:40–4:55 p.m. LIVE) | Peacock (LIVE); NBC primetime highlights. |
| February 10 | Day 4 | Men’s Singles: Short Program (~1:45–4:45 p.m. LIVE) | Peacock (LIVE); NBC primetime – Ilia Malinin heavy favorite. |
| February 11 | Day 5 | Ice Dance: Free Dance (~2:15–4:55 p.m. LIVE) | Peacock (LIVE); NBC primetime highlights. |
| February 13 | Day 7 | Men’s Singles: Free Skate (~3:05–5 p.m. LIVE) | Peacock (LIVE); NBC primetime – Men’s Singles Medals Awarded (Malinin “Quad God” likely gold). |
| February 15 | Day 9 | Pairs: Short Program (~various morning/afternoon LIVE) | Peacock (LIVE); NBC primetime. |
| February 16 | Day 10 | Pairs: Free Skate (~various LIVE) | Peacock (LIVE); NBC primetime – Pairs Medals Awarded. |
| February 17 | Day 11 | Women’s Singles: Short Program (~various LIVE) | Peacock (LIVE); NBC primetime – U.S. depth with Alysa Liu, Amber Glenn, Isabeau Levito. |
| February 19 | Day 13 | Women’s Singles: Free Skate (~various LIVE) | Peacock (LIVE); NBC primetime – Women’s Singles Medals Awarded. |
(Note: Exhibition gala likely Feb 21 or 22-check NBCOlympics.com for confirmation. All times preliminary; full streams on Peacock, with primetime recaps on NBC and daytime live on USA Network.)
Printable Figure Skating Schedule & Bracket PDF
Download our free printable PDF for figure skating: A customizable sheet with daily schedule, key events, medal trackers, athlete watch list, and blank bracket/notes for predictions or scores. Printable 2026 Winter Olympics Figure Skating Schedule & Bracket PDF. Easy to print and fill in.
Key Events & Storylines to Watch
- Team Event (Feb 6–8): High-stakes opener-top 5 countries advance; USA strong contender with depth.
- Men’s Singles (Feb 10 Short, Feb 13 Free): Ilia Malinin (“Quad God,” first quadruple Axel lander) unbeaten since 2023.
- Women’s Singles (Feb 17 Short, Feb 19 Free): Deep U.S. team (Alysa Liu world champ, Amber Glenn 3x U.S. champ, Isabeau Levito); Japan (Kaori Sakamoto), others in mix.
- Pairs & Ice Dance: USA’s Madison Chock/Evan Bates (ice dance favorites); intense pairs battles.
- Venue: Milano Ice Skating Arena (modern, 10,000+ capacity).
For U.S. viewing: All LIVE on Peacock; primetime highlights on NBC, daytime on USA Network. See our full 2026 Winter Olympics TV Schedule & How to Watch for daily broadcasts.
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