With just a week to go before the Opening Ceremony, momentum is building for the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games, set to begin on 6 February 2026. As Italy prepares to welcome the world, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) has released “Ti Amo”, a short film that captures the emotion, passion, and unmistakable spirit behind the next chapter of Olympic Winter Games history.
Timed perfectly for February, a month traditionally associated with love, “Ti Amo” leans into emotion rather than spectacle. Set to the iconic Italian song of the same name, the film invites viewers to experience the Games through feeling, anticipation, and connection. It is less about competition alone and more about what the Olympic movement represents when it arrives on Italian snow and ice.
The film reflects how sport awakens desire, devotion, and hope, while celebrating Italy’s warmth, humor, and cultural identity. From expressive gestures to cinematic landscapes, “Ti Amo” offers a glimpse of the Olympic Winter Games, Italian style. The message is clear. Milano Cortina 2026 is not only a sporting event, but a shared emotional experience.
Italy Takes the Global Stage Again
The XXV Olympic Winter Games mark a highly anticipated return to Italy, exactly 20 years after Turin hosted the Games in 2006. From 6 to 22 February 2026, Italy will once again become the global center of winter sport, welcoming athletes, fans, and viewers from around the world.
Milano Cortina 2026 will feature 16 Olympic winter disciplines, staged across a wide range of venues. Events will unfold from the dramatic natural landscapes of the Italian Alps to the cosmopolitan energy of Milan. This geographic diversity is central to the vision of the Games, highlighting Italy’s ability to blend sport, culture, design, and hospitality into a single narrative.
The IOC has emphasized that the Games will showcase not only athletic excellence, but also Italy’s passion for sport and life. Italian culture, fashion, food, and iconic scenery will form the backdrop for performances that aim to inspire and connect audiences worldwide.
A Film Rooted in Emotion
“Ti Amo” captures the emotional build-up that defines the months leading into an Olympic Games. Rather than focusing on venues or infrastructure, the film places feeling at the center. It reflects anticipation, pride, and the quiet intensity athletes experience as they prepare to live out lifelong dreams.
The short film also features a special appearance by Eileen Gu, double Olympic champion in freestyle skiing at Beijing 2022. Her presence reinforces the global nature of the Games and highlights the next generation of winter athletes who will soon compete on Italian soil.
According to the IOC, the combination of elite performances and Italy’s signature hospitality will create powerful and emotional moments that resonate far beyond sport. It is an approach that aligns closely with Italy’s reputation as a country where human connection matters as much as achievement.
Part of a Broader Olympic Campaign
“Ti Amo” is part of a wider global IOC campaign celebrating the unique spirit of the Olympic Winter Games in Italy. The campaign launched earlier with playful cultural storytelling, including Olympic Rings Pasta, a symbolic and joyful nod to Italian creativity and togetherness.
The campaign will continue across official Olympic broadcasters and digital platforms worldwide. Fans will be able to follow the Games through official Olympic broadcasters, while tickets and hospitality experiences are also available. The campaign reinforces that Milano Cortina 2026 is not only about watching sport, but about experiencing Italy on a global stage.
Looking Ahead to February
As February approaches, Italy stands ready. Athletes from across the world will gather to compete, while viewers tune in to witness moments of determination, joy, and triumph set against Italy’s mountains, cities, and ice.
The Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games take place from 6 to 22 February 2026.
For official updates and information:
Website: www.olympics.com/ioc
Instagram: @milanocortina2026
Stay tuned for more Milano Cortina 2026 coverage as Italy prepares to welcome the world.
