In what two main cities are the 2026 Winter Olympics being hosted?
Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo
Which animal mascots represent the 2026 Games?
Tina & Milo
This Alpine skiing legend returned to competition at age 41
Lindsey Vonn
For the first time in Olympic history, the athletes’ village in Cortina includes an unusual housing setup. What is it?
350 mobile homes
One of the 2026 venue clusters, Valtellina, includes the resort town of Livigno. Which sports are scheduled to be held in Livigno?
snowboarding and freestyle skiing
What are the official dates of the 2026 Winter Olympics?
February 6–22, 2026?
This will be the most ______ Winter Games in history.
most spread‑out Winter Games
This American figure skater is known for pushing technical boundaries.
Ilia Malinin
The Closing Ceremony of the 2026 Winter Olympics will be hosted in one of Italy’s most iconic ancient arenas. What is the name of this venue?
Verona Arena
Milan’s hockey venues for 2026 were still under construction late into 2025. How will the rink size differ from NHL dimensions?
it will be about 3 feet shorter than NHL rinks
Which ceremony takes place on February 6?
Opening Ceremony
Which international pop star will perform during the Opening Ceremony?
Mariah Carey
Who was the athlete who asked for a homework extension?
Madeline Schizas
Which new Olympic sport will hold its first‑ever medal races in 2026, making its Olympic debut?
ski mountaineering (skimo)
How many people are sleeping in the Olympic Village?
about 1,400
How many athletes are expected to compete in the 2026 Games ?
2,800 athletes
Where will the Closing Ceremony take place?
Verona Arena
This Canadian ski cross star, also chosen as a 2026 flagbearer, won Olympic gold at Sochi 2014 and is returning as a medal favorite.
Marielle Thompson
The 2026 Games will mark Italy’s fourth time hosting the Olympics. Name one of the previous Olympics hosted in Italy
1956 Cortina Winter Games, 1960 Rome Summer Games, or 2006 Turin Winter Games
Located in Milan’s Porta Romana district, this Olympic Village will be transformed after the 2026 Games into which type of long‑term community facility?
student housing (1,700 units)
How many total events will be held in 2026?
116 events
How many cast members helped produce the Opening Ceremony?
more than 1,300
This NHL superstar is finally making his Olympic debut in 2026 and headlines Team Canada’s powerful men’s hockey roster.
Connor McDavid
The 2026 Winter Olympics feature the most geographically spread‑out venue plan in Winter Games history, with events taking place across four major clusters. Name all three of these clusters besides Milan.
Cortina, Valtellina, or Val di Fiemme
This 2026 Winter Olympics feature marks a major first: the Opening Ceremony happens across multiple locations. Which stadium hosts the main portion?
San Siro Stadium in Milan