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Several weeks of historic competition have already flown by, and concluding the 2026 Winter Olympics will be a closing ceremony worth watching.
Spectators around the world have watched as athletes from 93 countries have competed on a global stage in Milan. From intense alpine skiing and snowboarding, to artistic figure skating and even curling, these games have been nothing but pure entertainment.
With events officially wrapping up and medals handed out, it's time to celebrate the accomplishments of athletes and teams alike. The closing ceremony, taking place in Verona, will be a spectacle of grand proportions.
You won't want to miss this.
Here's everything you need to know about the Olympics closing ceremony, including TV channel and streaming options for the conclusion of the Winter Games.
What time is the Winter Olympics closing ceremony?
- Date: Sunday, Feb. 22
- Time: 2:30 p.m. ET
The 2026 Olympics closing ceremony will take place on Sunday, Feb. 22, starting at 2:30 p.m. ET. The event is expected to run two and a half hours.
Where to watch Winter Olympics closing ceremony: TV channel, live stream
Fans can watch the 2026 Olympics closing ceremony broadcast live on NBC, where Terry Gannon, Tara Lipinski and Johnny Weir will provide commentary. Cord-cutters can stream the pageantry on Peacock.
The NBC-owned streaming service's sports programming features live coverage of NFL Sunday Night Football, the NBA, the Olympic and Paralympic Games, Premier League soccer, Big Ten football and basketball, Notre Dame football, Big East and Big 12 basketball, PGA Tour golf and more.
Fans can also watch the ceremony on DIRECTV Stream, which carries NBC and hundreds of other networks and offers a free trial to new subscribers.
Where is Winter Olympics closing ceremony?
- Venue: Arena di Verona
The closing ceremony for the 2026 Winter Olympics will be held at Arena di Verona in Verona, Italy. The venue is steeped in Italian history, as it is a Roman amphitheater from 30 AD.
Who are Team USA's flag bearers at the closing ceremony?
Gold medalists Hilary Knight (hockey) and Evan Bates (figure skating) will be the United States flag bearers at the closing ceremony.
Both five-time Olympians, they were selected for the honor in a vote of Team USA athletes. It's the first time the U.S. will have two flag bearers at a Winter Olympics closing ceremony.
Who is performing at Winter Olympics closing ceremony?
The closing ceremony for the 2026 Winter Olympics will feature an incredible lineup of performers. International ballet icon Roberto Bolle, Italian DJ Gabry Ponte and singer Achille Lauro are some of the performers expected to appear on the Olympic stage.
What is the theme of Winter Olympics opening ceremony?
The theme for the closing ceremony is "Beauty in Action"
The theme is designed to provide viewers a celebration of "Italian culture, creativity and the unity of sport, art and beauty". It is also said to be curated as a reflection of the connection between Italian mountains and cities.