2026 Olympics: How to watch the Winter Games Closing Ceremony today

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by Danica Creahan,Liz Kocan

February 22, 2026

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The 2026 Winter Olympics Closing Ceremony, themed "Beauty in Action," will take place this Sunday, February 22, at 2:30 PM ET. Held at the Verona Arena in Verona, Italy, the event promises a vibrant celebration of athleticism and culture. Notable performers include Italian musician and DJ Gabry Ponte, actress Benedetta Porcaroli, and ballet dancer Roberto Bolle, with artistic director Alfredo Accatino aiming to deliver a colorful and lively experience that ends with a party atmosphere. Viewers in the U.S. can watch the ceremony live on NBC or stream it via Peacock. A primetime re-air will also be available on NBC at 9 PM ET/PT. Additional streaming options include DirecTV, Hulu + Live TV, and NBCOlympics.com. The event will feature a traditional parade of athletes, the flag handover to the 2030 Olympic hosts (France), and the extinguishing of the Olympic flame. For tech-savvy audiences, this Closing Ceremony offers a prime example of how major events are now being consumed digitally. With multiple streaming platforms

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Originally published on Engadget on 2/22/2026