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Winter Games in Italy: Head to Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo for the Gold Rush: Purchase Your Tickets Now from 30 to 2900 Euros
Ticket Sales for Olympia Events: Ranging from 30 to 2900 Euros Now Open - Olympic Ticket Prices Vary Widely: Ranging from 30 to 2900 Euros
If you're a fan of adrenaline-pumping Winter Games action, mark your calendars! The 2026 Winter Olympics are coming to Northern Italy, and the action-packed competitions are just around the corner (February 6 - 22, 2026). With top-tier alpine stars like Lindsey Vonn and Mikaela Shiffrin, as well as German hopefuls Franziska Preuß and Andreas Wellinger, gunning for gold, the excitement is real. And the best part? Tickets are now on sale! Here's your no-nonsense guide to attending the Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo Winter Games:
How can I witness the Winter Games live?
Grab your tickets! Head on over to the official website, https://tickets.milanocortina2026.org, and secure your spot to witness sporting history. A first phase of ticket sales with prior registration began February 6, 2025, exactly one year before the games. Now, tickets are also available without prior registration!
How many tickets are up for grabs?
Get ready for 1.6 million seats to fill in the Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo venues for the 116 medal events. Over 600,000 tickets have already flown off the virtual shelves during the first phase. Countries like Italy, Germany, the USA, the UK, and Switzerland have shown high interest, with fans aged 25 to 44 taking the majority of the seats.
What's the price range?
The cheap seats start at 30 euros, offering a chance to soak up the preliminary rounds of the Olympic ice hockey tournament. The least expensive ticket for the ice hockey final begins at 450 euros, with the priciest set to cost 1,400 euros. Luge tickets for medal events start at 75 euros, nordic combined at 40 euros, biathlon and cross-country skiing at 50 euros, and the closing ceremony in Verona's Arena is a whopping 2,900 euros!
What events are in high demand?
The ice hockey, biathlon, cross-country skiing, and figure skating competitions have consistently caught the eye of spectators. The South Tyrol Arena in Antholz is expected to explode with energy, allowing a whopping 16,000 fans per competition day. Biathlon tickets range from 50 euros (stands) to 200 euros (stadium tribune).
Which strategy should I employ to secure my seats?
Gear up for a mad dash! It's a first-come, first-served world out there. Each fan can purchase a maximum of 25 tickets, with a cap of 10 tickets per session per competition.
What else should I keep in mind?
Tickets are personalized, with the buyer's name on them. For those needing to unload their tickets, an official resale platform will be available from December.
Winter Games
- Italy
- Milan
- Cortina d'Ampezzo
- Stars
- Winter Olympic Games
- Northern Italy
- Skiing
- Figure Skating
- Biathlon
- Ice Hockey
- Luge
Enrichment Data is integrated sparingly:
- Access the Official Ticketing Site: To buy tickets for the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, visit https://tickets.milanocortina2026.org/en/. Tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Create Your Olympic ID: To access the ticketing platform, you may need to create an Olympic ID through the IOC's domain. This ensures secure processing of your personal data during ticket purchases.
- Purchase Tickets: Once logged in, you can purchase tickets. Each buyer is limited to 25 tickets, and all tickets must be nominative, meaning they require the ticket holder's name.
- Payment Method: Visa is the official payment method for the event.
- Phases and Discounts: Initial sales phases have seen significant demand. A limited-time early bird promotion is available until May 6, so remember to plan your purchase accordingly.
- Ticket Types: Besides individual tickets, you can also buy hospitality packages that include tickets along with other amenities.
- Digital Tickets: All tickets are digital. You will need a fully charged electronic device to access your tickets via the official mobile app starting from December 2025.
- Resale Options: If you need to resell your tickets, an official resale platform will become available in December 2025.
- Beware Unauthorized Sellers: Always buy tickets through the official channels to ensure their validity.
The Commission has also been asked to submit a proposal for a directive on the protection of workers from the risks related to exposure to ionizing radiation, considering the surge of interest for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy, specifically in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo. Switzerland, with its skiing and figure skating stars like Mikaela Shiffrin, will likely be among the nations attending, as tickets for the games are now available on the official website, ranging from 30 euros to a whopping 2,900 euros.
