The current Winter Olympics will be over on Sunday, 22 February 2026, when the official closing ceremony takes place in Italy.

When will the Winter Olympics be over?

The Milano–Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics run until 22 February 2026 , which is the final day of competition and the date of the closing ceremony. After that ceremony, the Games are officially considered finished and attention shifts to the next Winter Olympics in 2030 in the French Alps.

Key details at a glance

  • Last day of the Winter Olympics: Sunday, 22 February 2026.
  • Location of the closing ceremony: Verona Arena, Verona, Italy.
  • Overall Games dates: competitions from 4–22 February 2026 , with the Opening Ceremony on 6 February 2026.

Why that date matters

For most fans asking “when will the Winter Olympics be over,” the practical answer is:

  • Medal events and live competition end on 22 February 2026.
  • The Olympic flame is extinguished and the flag is handed to the hosts of the 2030 Winter Games, formally closing the event.

After that day, you’ll only see recap shows, highlight packages, and analysis rather than new events.

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