WELCOME TO OLY HOUSE AND E-OLY HOUSE MILANO CORTINA 2026

A home away from home for Olympians during the Olympic Winter Games.

OLY House and e-OLY House will be open from 6 to 22 February 2026.

Scroll down for opening times and programme details.

E-OLYHOUSE MILANO CORTINA 2026

Join the fun from anywhere at E-OLY House.

JOIN THE DAILY OLY@8 SHOWS

Every day at 8am and 8pm, we talk with Olympians about their sport, the Olympic day, and the values that connect us all.

ACCESS E-OLYHOUSE

e-OLY House is your online home during the Games. Join our online world and connect with other Olympians anytime and from anywhere.

OLY HOUSE MILANO CORTINA 2026

Let's meet in Milan

WELCOME TO OUR COZY LITTLE HUB IN CENTRAL MILAN

Located at the Monumentale Metro stop of Metro 5 - the sports line- we are there to welcome you daily from 11:00 to 18:00 during the Games with a fresh cup of tea or coffee.

You can sign a poster of the Games you competed at, and take some selfies with Tina and Milo, the Games mascots.

If you haven't received your OLY pin yet, you can pick it up at the Hub, along with your OLY certificate.

We're looking forward to seeing you there.

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The Monumentale stop of the Metro 5 line.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is OLY House Milano Cortina?

You can join OLY House Milano Cortina in three ways:

If you're in Milan, come to the OLY House Milano Cortina Hub, where you can get your OLY pin and certificate, a cup of coffee and much more. Open daily from 6 february to 22 february.

Join e-OLY House for daily online events like OLY@8, and one time events. e-OLY House is open during the Games.

Join us for OLY House Parties. You can watch the opening ceremony on tv with fellow Olympians and there will be other fun events. Register your interest now.

Where is the OLY House Milano Cortina Hub?

The OLY House Milano Cortina Hub is located at the Monumentale Metro stop in Milan.

If you won't be in Italy this winter, you can also attend e-OLY House from anywhere in the world.

What can I do at the OLY House Milano Cortina Hub?

You can have a nice cup of tea or coffee, sign the Olympic wall or take a selfie.

If you don't have your OLY pin yet, you can get one, along with your OLY certificate.

When is the OLY House Milano Cortina Hub open?

You are welcome to come to the OLY House Milano Cortina Hub during the Games. We are open from 1200 to 1700 everyday from 6 February, 2026 until 22 February, 2026.

So there's really no entry fee?

Of course not.

We do this for you.

Come as you are and enjoy the fun.

For the OLY House Parties we'd like you to register in advance.

How do I register for OLY House?

There is no need to register to visit the OLY House Milano Cortina Hub, however for specific events you will need to register in advance. You can register in advance here or when you come along to the OLY House Milano Cortina Hub.

Am I an Olympian?

Yes, if you competed at the Summer or Winter Olympic Games. You can register for the OLY post-nominal letters here. Once an Olympian, always an Olympian.

What is e-OLY House?

Not all Olympians can travel to Italy. To make sure everyone can join the Games-time experience, there's e-OLY House.

It's an online place where your avatar can move around, you can meet fellow Olympians and enjoy the many events.

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Not all Olympians can travel to Italy.

And even if you are in Italy, you can meet with your fellow Olympians wherever they are.

To make sure everyone can join the Games-time experience, there's e-OLY House.

e-OLY House is based on the SpatialChat platform where you are an avatar that can move about and behave just as if you were at a party or a conference. You hear people close to you and as you move away you hear those you move next to.

There’s a stage where OLY@8 will be presented and different rooms with different activities.

It’s best experienced on a laptop.

The e-OLY House platform.

Open 24/7. Every day during the Games.

Meet fellow Olympians. Anytime, anywhere.

You are invited to be part of the Olympic opening and closing ceremonies at e-OLY House. It's more fun to watch with your friends and you can chat with them at the same time.

Olympians are organising online parties at e-OLY House.

Every day of the Games.

At 8 am and 8pm CET.

A show by Olympians, for Olympians.

From 7 February until 22 February there will be an OLY@8 show everyday at 8am and 8pm Central European Time.

In the morning show our host Sandrine Billiet OLY and a guest Olympian will discuss what they are looking forward to seeing that day.

In the evening show we'll look back at the days activities.

Afther the shows, you can chat with your fellow Olympians at e-OLY House.

So wherever you are, you have two chances every day to connect with your Olympian family.

EVENTS AT E-OLYHOUSE

OPENING CEREMONY

Join your Olympian friends around the world during the Olympic Games at e-OLY House which opens Friday evening (February 6th). There’s lots going on, starting with the Olympic Games Opening Ceremony. Watch the Ceremony and chat live with your friends. Doors open at 1900 cet. There’ll be a short hello from WOA President Pernilla Wiberg OLY at around 1930 cet and then it’s Opening Ceremony time.

OLY@8 ON 7 February at 8am and 8pm CET

Guest: Olumide Oyedeji OLY

OLY@8 on 8 February at 8am and 8pm CET

Guest: Thomas Tang OLY, Pernilla Wiberg OLY and Picabo Street OLY

OLY@8 on 9 February at 8am and 8pm CET

Guest in the 8am show: Jefferson Sabino OLY

Guest in the 8pm show: Patrick Singleton OLY

OLY@8 on 10 February at 8am and 8pm CET

Guest: Simidele Adeagbo OLY

OLY@8 on 11 February at 8am and 8pm CET

Guest in the 8am show: Yohan Goutt OLY

Guest in the 8pm show: Samir Azzimani OLY

OLY@8 on 12 February at 8am and 8pm CET

Guest: Martin Bendik OLY

OLY@8 on 13 February at 8am and 8pm CET

Guest: Akwasi Frimpong OLY

OLY@8 on 14 February at 8am and 8pm CET

Guest: Shiva Keshavan OLY

OLY@8 on 15 February at 8am and 8pm CET

Guest: Chris Stokes OLY

OLY@8 on 16 February at 8am and 8pm CET

Guest: Sandrine Ray OLY

OLY@8 on 17 February at 8am and 8pm CET

Guest in the am show: Haig Oundjian OLY

Guest in the pm show: Charlotte Kalla OLY

OLY@8 on 18 February at 8am and 8pm CET

Guest in the am show: Edith Loudon Hazard OLY

Guest in the pm show: Seamus O'Connor OLY

OLY@8 on 19 February at 8am and 8pm CET

Guest in the am show: Robin Cousins OLY

Guest in the pm show: Lyle Nelson OLY

OLY@8 on 20 February at 8am and 8pm CET

Guest on the am show: Christopher Papamichalopoulos OLY

Guest on the pm show: Pernilla Wiberg OLY

OLY@8 on 21 February at 8am and 8pm CET

Guest on the am show: Fayik Abdi OLY

Guest on the pm show: Alex Gamelin OLY

CLOSING CEREMONY

Frequently Asked Questions

Is e-OLY House free?

Indeed.

There is no cost, all Olympians worldwide can access our digital platform.

Where is it?

Online here on the Spatial Chat platform.

When can I visit e-OLY House?

e-OLY House will open on 6 February at 1900 CET, so you can get used to how it works and are ready to go when the Games begin.

During the Games, there's OLY@8 twice a day.

e-OLY House is open 24/7, with events and activities at various times. So wherever you are, there's always a chance to get involved.

I struggle with technology. Is e-OLY House user-friendly?

e-OLY House is an intuitive and easy to use platform. Our team is ready to help you connect and enjoy the activities. To get the best service, you should use a computer or laptop, but you can also use your phone. We have your back.

Can I access the platform from my phone?

Yes of course you can access e-OLY House from your phone, however some features might not be supported. To be assured of the best possible experience we recommend you use a computer and laptop. It's best not to use the 'Safari' browser.

Can I host an online party?

Please send an email to olyhouse@thewoa.org and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

Can you share more info on how to use the platform?

Sure, here are user guides to download in English, French and Spanish.

If you prefer the information to be online, you can find it here online in English, French and Spanish.

You can also watch the following YouTube tutorials in English, French and Spanish.

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