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Knoxville’s guide to 2026 Winter Olympics fun

The 2026 Winter Olympics are on, and Knoxville has plenty of ways to join in.

February 5, 2026 • 
Morgan O’Neal
The Olympic and Paralympic Symbols in Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy.

Let the games begin. | Photo via Pexels

The 2026 Winter Olympics kick off Friday, Feb. 6, and run through Friday, Feb. 20. While Northern Italy might be a few time zones away, Knoxville has plenty of ways to celebrate the Games right here at home.

Winter Olympics Learn to Curl

Take a beginner-friendly session at Great Smoky Mountains Curling Club from 4 to 6 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 22. This is your chance to slide, sweep, and pretend you’re on Team USA.

Go for Gold Night

Get in the Olympic spirit at the Knoxville Ice Bears’ match against the Pensacola Ice Flyers at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 14. Psst — specialty Team USA jerseys will be auctioned off post-game.

Winter Olympics Discovery Activities

Take your tiny athletes to Muse Knoxville — where they can create their own mini bobsled and curling stone — from Tuesday, Feb. 10 through Sunday, Feb. 15.

As the Games begin, stay tuned to WBIR’s coverage of the Olympics so you don’t miss a moment.

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