Verona to host the closing ceremony of the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics tonight

(Patria) - The closing ceremony of the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics will be held tonight, officially lowering the curtain on the XXV Winter Olympic Games. After more than two weeks of sporting competitions across northern Italy, the world stage will bid farewell to this Olympic edition with a spectacle that combines tradition and contemporary art.

The ceremony will take place at the Verona Arena, one of the most famous ancient amphitheaters in Europe, which will serve as a monumental stage for the parade of athletes, speeches by officials, and a rich cultural and artistic program. Organizers emphasize that the ceremony will reflect Italian creativity, history, and passion for sport.

The Winter Games, jointly organized by Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo, have returned to Italy for the first time in two decades. Athletes from all over the world competed in numerous disciplines, bringing excitement, records, and emotional moments that marked the beginning of 2026.

The closing ceremony symbolizes unity and the Olympic spirit, with the handover of the flag to the host of the next Games. With fireworks and a musical program, Milan-Cortina 2026 will bid farewell to the world with a message of peace, sporting competition, and international friendship.