Watch Mariah Carey Perform at Milan 2026 Olympics Opening Ceremony

The 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics officially commenced on February 6, 2026, with an elaborate Opening Ceremony held at San Siro Stadium in Milan. The event featured performances from renowned artists Mariah Carey and Andrea Bocelli, among others. Carey performed a medley that included the Italian standard “Nel Blu, Dipinto di Blu” and her own song “Nothing Is Impossible.” The ceremony showcased Italy's rich cultural heritage, art, and music, with over 1,000 performers participating in the festivities. The Opening Ceremony included a Parade of Nations featuring 3,000 athletes representing their countries. A notable highlight was the lighting of two Olympic cauldrons: one located at Milan's Arco della Pace, which serves as the main hub for the Games, and the other in the Alpine city of Cortina d’Ampezzo, where various winter sports events will take place. The ceremony was designed to celebrate Italian history, culture, and fashion, making it a significant kickoff for the Winter Games. For viewers interested in watching the ceremony, it was broadcast live on NBC and streamed on platforms such as Peacock, DirecTV, and NBC.com. The live event began at 11 a.m. PT (8 p.m. local time in Italy) and was set to re-air in primetime later that evening from 8-11 PM ET. The 2026 Winter Olympics marks the fourth time Italy has hosted the Winter Games, with the last occurrence being in Turin in 2006.