New Yorkers will have full access to NBC Universal’s sweeping coverage of the Milan Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony tomorrow, Friday, Feb. 6. The live broadcast begins at 2 p.m. ET on NBC and Peacock, with primetime coverage at 8 p.m. ET—perfect for viewers settling in after the workday.
Carillo, Gannon, and Shaun White Lead the Broadcast
Longtime Olympic voice Mary Carillo, a familiar presence to New York sports fans, teams with Terry Gannon to anchor the coverage. Shaun White joins them to guide viewers through the Parade of Nations.
A Ceremony Spanning Milan, Cortina, and Beyond
This year’s Opening Ceremony is one of the most ambitious ever staged, with athletes marching from four Italian locations before converging on San Siro Stadium. The event may mark the final major sporting moment in the historic venue before its planned demolition.
Star Performances and Dual Cauldrons
NYC audiences will see performances from Mariah Carey, Andrea Bocelli, Sabrina Impacciatore, and Lang Lang, along with the first‑ever lighting of two Olympic cauldrons—one in Milan and one in Cortina.
Team USA Flag Bearers and On‑Site Reporting
Team USA will be led by Erin Jackson and Frank Del Duca. NBCUniversal’s on‑site team includes Snoop Dogg, who will report from Cortina, along with correspondents in Milan, Livigno, and Predazzo.
NYC Viewing Schedule – Friday, Feb. 6
- 12–2 p.m. – Live Olympic coverage
- 2–5 p.m. – Opening Ceremony
- 8–11 p.m. – Primetime Opening Ceremony
As New York gears up for another unforgettable Olympic season, the excitement surrounding the Milan Cortina 2026 Winter Games feels especially electric. The city has always embraced global sports with unmatched passion, and this Opening Ceremony offers a rare blend of tradition, innovation, and star power that fits perfectly with the energy of New York. Viewers across the five boroughs will settle in for a broadcast that stretches far beyond a typical Olympic introduction, with NBCUniversal delivering a sweeping, multi‑city celebration that mirrors the diversity and scale of the Games themselves. From the historic San Siro Stadium to the mountain backdrops of Cortina, the ceremony promises a visual experience that resonates with New Yorkers who appreciate bold storytelling and ambitious production.
The presence of Mary Carillo, Terry Gannon, and Shaun White adds familiar voices to a night built for national unity and global connection. Performances from Mariah Carey and Andrea Bocelli will bring a level of spectacle that New York audiences expect from major cultural events. With Team USA ready to march and the world watching, the Opening Ceremony becomes more than a kickoff. It becomes a reminder of how sport can unite people across continents, time zones, and cultures. For New Yorkers, it is a chance to join a worldwide celebration from living rooms, sports bars, and community spaces across the city. As the Games begin, the focus shifts to the athletes who will chase history, inspire millions, and create moments that will live far beyond Milan and Cortina. New York will be watching every step, every skate, and every triumph.
