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As we prepare for the chilly days of 2024, we should ask you: Can you hear the distant yet near call of Italy in the air? In less than 500 days, here is everything you need to know about Milano Cortina 2026 Giochi Paralimpici Invernali or the Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games.

Read on to find out more about it Paralympic Winter Games 2026 in Milano Cortina with Wego.

2026 winter Paralympic Games overview

The Milan-Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games, officially named the XIV Paralympic Winter Games and widely recognized as the 2026 Winter Paralympics or Milano Cortina 2026, is an upcoming global multi-sport meeting for athletes with disabilities.

The Italian cities of Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo are the designated hosts of the upcoming Winter Paralympics.

The 2026 Winter Paralympics will be the third time the Paralympics will take place this year the beautiful country– organized by the Fondazione Milano Cortina 2026 and managed by the IPC.

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Date

The 2026 Winter Paralympics will take place from March 6th to March 15th, 2026.

logo

The logo of the 2026 Paralympics and Olympic Games is “Futura”, a symbol of elegance and light as well as sustainability and inclusion. It was designed according to the guidelines and suggestions of the International Paralympic Committee (IPC).

Essentially, Futura’s colors are intended to give people hope and remind them of the perseverance of athletes – “always move forward and never give up.”

mascot

Tina on the left (Cortina) and Milo on the right (Milano) are the official sibling mascots of the 2026 Winter Paralympics. They are two stoats that embody the Italian spirit and welcome athletes and spectators from all over the world.

Milo was born without a paw and had to learn and get used to walking with his tail. Tina is a creative. They are accompanied by 6 little snowdrops called “Flow” – their new best friends.

flame

The Paralympic Flame and the Olympic Flame are deeply rooted in the sports movement and serve as a link between ancient and modern Games. The flame initiates the celebratory journey in the Paralympic and Olympic torch relay. The flame ceremony culminates in the lighting of the Olympic cauldron during the opening ceremony, and the flame burns until the closing ceremony.

The Paralympic Flame will be lit on February 24, 2025 in Stoke Mandeville, England, the historic birthplace of the Paralympic Movement.

Once in Italy, the Paralympic Torch Relay will travel 2,000 kilometers in 11 days, paralyzing in the hands of 501 people from February 24, 2026 to March 6, 2026, the day of the opening ceremony of the Paralympic Winter Games at the Arena di Verona.

Once from England to Italy, the Flame will travel 2,000 kilometers in 11 days, traveling across Italy from February 24th to March 6th – the opening ceremony.

• Flame festivals are held throughout Italy to celebrate the arrival of the Paralympic and Olympic flames in Italy and to help the flames reach their final destination.
• The flame will first travel through Milan, Turin, Bolzano, Trento and Trieste before the flame unification ceremony takes place in Cortina d’Ampezzo on March 3, 2024.
• On March 4th and 5th, 2024 the flame will burn in Venice and Padua.
• On March 6, 2024, the flame will reach its final destination at the Arena di Verona for the opening ceremony of the Paralympic Games.

Opening ceremony

The majestic distribution of venues for the 2026 Winter Olympics and Paralympics is expected to provide a refreshing scenario for the Games compared to all previous editions.

• On Friday, March 6, 2026, the closing ceremony of the Winter Olympics will take place at the Arena di Verona.
• The fire will then be passed to the Paralympics torchbearers for the opening ceremony of the 14th edition of the 2026 Winter Paralympics.

The two shows will celebrate the passing of the baton between two parts of the same amazing story.

Tickets

Tickets for the opening ceremony of the 2026 Winter Paralympics will go on sale in March 2025, a year before the start of the Games.

Follow the steps below if you want to buy tickets for the Milan-Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games:

• Register for a free account (with no obligation to purchase) on the official ticketing platform Milan Cortina 2026.
  • By registering, you will also keep track of the number of days left until the offers go live and become part of it Fan26the digital community of Milano Cortina 2026.
• Once the tickets are available, you can simply log in to the ticketing portal with your official account and purchase the Paralympics Opening Ceremony tickets.

Entrance fees for the opening ceremony start at 35 EUR/37 USD for adults and 10 EUR/12 USD for children under 14 years old. We recommend the visit official ticket portal Find out more about ticket prices for all events.

Stadiums

The 2026 Winter Paralympics will be held in the following stadiums:

Cortina d’Ampezzo

The enchanting landscapes of Becco di Mezzodì, Cinque Torri and Ampezzo Dolomites that make up Cortina d’Ampezzo will become home to para-alpine skiing, para-snowboarding and wheelchair curling at the Tofane Alpine Skiing Center, Cortina Para Snowboard Park and Cortina Curling at the Olympic Stadium or

Milan

One look at the word “Milan” is enough to conjure up different images for every connoisseur. In 2026, the world metropolis will be home to Para Ice Hockey in the Milano Santa Giulia Ice Hockey Arena.

Tesero

Val di Fiemme is Tesero’s first claim to stadium fame. In 2026, the southern Alpine city will be home to para-biathlon and para-cross-country skiing at the Tesero cross-country skiing stadium.

schedule

The confirmed schedule for the 2026 Winter Paralympics has yet to be released. However, the following is the tentative schedule for the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Paralympic Games:

Friday March 6, 2026

Opening ceremony

Saturday March 7, 2026

• Para ice hockey – preliminary round games: 4 games from 10:00 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.
• Para Alpine Skiing (W & M Downhill, all classes) – final from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
• Para Snowboard (M&W Snowboard Cross) – Qualifying round from 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
• Wheelchair Curling (Mixed and Mixed Doubles) – Round Robin from 9:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Sunday March 15, 2026

In addition to the closing ceremony, the following finals will also take place on this day:

• Para ice hockey
  • Bronze medal game: 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
  • Gold Medal Game: 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
• Para-Alpine skiing
  • M Slalom All classes: Run 1 – 9:00 a.m. to 10:40 a.m.; Running time 2:00 p.m. to 1:15 p.m.
• Para-cross-country skiing
  • M&W 10km Individual (Middle Distance) – Standing – 9:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.; Sitting – 12:45 p.m. to 2:15 p.m.

Please note that we will update the final schedule once it is released by the authorities.

Graduation ceremony

Italy’s 2026 Winter Paralympics celebrations for this decade will draw its final curtain on March 15, 2026 at the Olympic Stadium in Cortina d’Ampezzo.

How to take part in winter 2026 Paralympic Games?

Tickets

Ticket sales for the 2026 Winter Olympics are scheduled to begin in March 2025, exactly one year before the games begin. To purchase tickets, fans must register for a random drawing that will determine time slots for ticket purchases.

Registration can be done on the official Olympia ticketing website.

Please note that ticket sales only take place through official channels. Purchasing from unauthorized sellers may result in tickets being invalidated and entry to events being denied. Prices vary by event and seating category, offering options to suit different budgets.

Travel and Hospitality Package

The hospitality packages offer visitors the opportunity to enjoy the beauty and charm of Italy and experience the culture, cuisine, history and essence of the Italian spirit and soul in comfort and style. These packages include game tickets, hospitality experience, accommodation and more.

Visitors can select their hospitality package from the official Milano Cortina 2026 website.

Accommodation

When traveling around the country, the premiere of was considered the luxury life, There are numerous options available to you.

If you want to frolic in splendor and turn your trip through the fashion capital and queen of the Dolomites into a vacation, Wego is for you.

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Bulgari Hotel Milano

Located in the heart of the fashion city, experience timeless elegance and treat yourself to a treat of the decade by booking your stay at Bulgari Hotel Milano during your visit to Italy for the 2026 Winter Paralympics.

Staying at Bvlgari Hotel Milano gives you access to Secret Milan, a night at the Duomo and the Pinacoteca Ambrosiana.

Radisson Residences Savoia Palace Cortina d’Ampezzo

Located in the heart of Cortina, a stay at the Radisson Residences Savoia Palace Cortina d’Ampezzo is guaranteed to be a treat for the senses. During your cozy stay with a private view of the Dolomites, let yourself be pampered with delicious meals, private exclusive shopping and much more.

Hotel Principe di Savoia – Dorchester Collection

Located just a stone’s throw from Repubblica metro station, Hotel Principe di Savoia offers guests a glimpse and taste of the royal Italian spirit.

During your stay, immerse yourself in the Italian Art Deco decor before taking a front row seat to admire the avant-garde art of Lucio Fontana, or take a stroll through the Palazzo Marino, the Brera courtyard and the Brera Botanical Garden.

Hotel Columbia

A stone’s throw from the heart of Cortina d’Ampezzo and the Tofane ski lifts lies Hotel Columbia, a family business that offers the best of the Italian spirit and access to wellness and spa services in its cozy hotel.

Experience dreamy Alpine luxury while walking to busy streets and ski resorts.

Park Hotel Franceschi

A look at the Park Hotel Franceschi will make you feel like you are looking at a postcard from an ancient castle, and when you enter you will feel like royalty as you enjoy dishes from the delicious culinary carousel before leaving the hotel Leave the tiredness of the whole day behind you and experience your spacious spa.

The fact that it is just a stone’s throw away from the city center also makes the hotel an ideal place to stay.