The 2026 Winter Olympics Closing Ceremony concludes Sunday, Feb. 22, at 2:30 PM ET in Verona, Italy’s Verona Arena. The theme, "Beauty in Action", will feature Italian DJ Gabry Ponte, actress Benedetta Porcaroli, and ballet dancer Roberto Bolle. Artistic director Alfredo Accatino teased a vibrant start and celebratory finale.

The event marks the end of a historic Games, with a final medal count expected to highlight global athletic achievements. Viewers can watch live on NBC or stream via Peacock, DirecTV, or NBCOlympics.com. A 9 PM ET encore airs for those unavailable Sunday afternoon.

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This ceremony underscores the Milan Cortina 2026 Olympics’ legacy, blending cultural spectacle with athletic closure. As the Olympic flame extinguishes, attention shifts to 2030’s Paris hosts and the 2026 medalists’ enduring impact.