The world’s best winter athletes are heading to the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Games, and you’ve got a front-row seat right from your Fort Collins living room!
The 2026 Winter Olympics run February 6 through 22, bringing 17 days of skiing, snowboarding, figure skating, hockey, and more straight to your Connexion TV service. Whether you’re planning to catch every moment or just tune in for the highlights, here’s everything you need to know about watching the Games on Connexion.
When and Where to Watch
NBC holds exclusive U.S. broadcasting rights for the 2026 Winter Olympics, delivering more than 660 hours of coverage across multiple channels.
NBC (183 hours of coverage): NBC anchors the Olympic broadcast with three distinct viewing windows:
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- Daytime coverage runs 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm ET on sample weekdays and 7:00 am to 5:00 pm ET on sample weekends, featuring the best live competition and ceremonies
- Primetime in Milan airs from 8:00 pm to 11:59 pm ET/PT, showcasing the most popular sports, biggest stars, compelling stories, and the opening and closing ceremonies
- Olympic Late Night broadcasts from 11:35 pm to 1:00 am ET/PT with the best events and stories not featured in primetime
USA Network (389 hours of coverage): USA Network provides nearly 24/7 coverage with live broadcasts of long-form events, team sports, and tape-delayed events outside competition hours
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- Programming runs from 2:00 am to 2:00 am ET, offering the deepest dive into Olympic action
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CNBC (88 hours of coverage): CNBC focuses on daytime and primetime live coverage from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm ET on weekdays and 6:00 am to 11:00 pm ET on weekends. Expect home of curling and hockey coverage on this channel
Coverage begins with the Opening Ceremony on February 6 and runs through the Closing Ceremony on February 22.
What’s Included in Your Connexion TV Package
All Connexion TV packages include Olympic coverage, with the depth of access increasing by tier.
Bronze Package customers get:
- NBC for main network coverage including prime-time broadcasts
- DVR capability to record and watch on your schedule
Silver & Gold Package customers get:
- Everything in Bronze
- USA Network, CNBC, Olympic Channel & more
Not sure which package you have? Log into your Connexion account or check your latest bill.
How to Find Olympic Coverage on Connexion TV
We’ve made it simple to navigate all the Olympic action.
Use the Sports Hub
Starting February 1, you’ll be able to filter for Olympics content within your Sports Hub to view:
- Live events currently airing
- Upcoming competitions with start times
- Replays and highlights
- Medal count tracker
- Featured athlete stories
Just navigate to the Sports Hub and browse by sport or time.
Search by sport or athlete
Use the voice remote or search function to find specific content. Try commands like “figure skating,” “Team USA hockey” or “Mikaela Shiffrin” to pull up relevant programming.
Set up series recordings
Planning to follow a specific sport? Set a series recording for automatic capture of all related events. Go to the sport’s page in the Sports Hub and select “Record All Episodes.”
Use the Connexion TV app
Download the Connexion TV app on your smartphone or tablet for:
- Live streaming of any channel in your package
- Schedule browsing and notifications
- Remote DVR management
- Watching on the go (within your home network)
The app is available for iOS and Android devices at no additional cost.
Tips for the Best Viewing Experience
Plan ahead for time zones
Milan and Cortina are 8 hours ahead of Mountain Time. Many marquee events will air live during morning and early afternoon hours in Fort Collins, with prime-time broadcasts offering curated coverage and replays.
Check the Sports Hub schedule to see when your must-watch events air live versus in replay.
Maximize your DVR
With multiple events happening simultaneously across different channels, your DVR is your best friend. Record liberally and watch on your schedule. Connexion’s DVR holds up to 100 hours of included cloud storage.
Set reminders
Don’t miss the moments that matter. Use the reminder function for specific events so you get a notification 15 minutes before airtime.
Key Events and Schedule Highlights
While the full schedule spans hundreds of events, here are some can’t-miss moments:
- Opening Ceremony – February 6
- Figure Skating – February 8-15
- Alpine Skiing – February 8-22
- Snowboarding – February 8-15
- Ice Hockey Finals – February 21-22
- Closing Ceremony – February 22
The Sports Hub will feature daily highlighted events based on Team USA medal opportunities and fan interest.
Support During the Games
Connexion’s local customer support team is standing by throughout the Olympics.
If you experience any issues or don’t have the coverage you need:
- Check the Connexion Support Center for troubleshooting guides
- To upgrade your plan and expand your channels selection, call 970-212-2900
More Than Just TV
Connexion is proud to bring world-class events like the Winter Olympics to Fort Collins homes!
We’re your neighbors, and we’re watching right alongside you.
For more information about Connexion TV packages and features, visit connexion.com/tv or explore our support resources.
Let the Games begin!
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