This report details the television and streaming schedule for events on Friday, February 20, 2026, during the Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina. Several sports, including biathlon, bobsled, curling, freestyle skiing, hockey, and speed skating, are slated for broadcast across NBC, USA Network, and Peacock. Broadcast times and specific events vary across different reporting sources, suggesting potential for schedule changes or differing regional broadcasts.
Schedule Overview
Multiple outlets have provided schedules for Friday, February 20, 2026, focusing on various Olympic events. The broadcasts will air on NBC, USA Network, and Peacock, with streaming options available via NBCOlympics.com.
Biathlon: Men's 15-kilometer mass start is scheduled for 5:15 a.m. ET on NBC, with a re-air at 9:15 a.m. ET on USA Network.
Bobsled: The two-woman bobsled competition, Run 1, is set for 9 a.m. ET on NBC. Run 2 will air at 10:50 a.m. ET on NBC and Peacock. Full runs 1-2 will be available on Peacock at 1:15 p.m. ET.
Curling: Women's semifinals are listed for 5:05 a.m. ET on Peacock and 5:35 a.m. ET on USA Network. The men's bronze medal match is scheduled for 10:05 a.m. ET on USA Network.
Freestyle Skiing: Women's skicross qualifying is at 1 a.m. ET on Peacock. Finals for women's skicross are scheduled for 3 a.m. ET on USA Network, with a re-air at 10 a.m. ET on USA Network. Men's freeski halfpipe finals are listed for 10:30 a.m. ET on NBC.
Hockey: A men's semifinal match between Canada and Slovakia is scheduled for 7:40 a.m. ET on NBC.
Short Track Speed Skating: Finals for the women's 1,500 meters and men's 5,000-meter relay are set for 11:15 a.m. ET on USA Network.
Speed Skating: The women's 1,500 meters event is scheduled for 7:30 a.m. ET on USA Network.
All events are noted to stream live on Peacock or NBCOlympics.com with a streaming or cable login.
Discrepancies in Event Timing and Listings
A review of the provided schedules reveals some differences in event times and the specific channels assigned to them. For example, one report lists the women's skicross finals at 3 a.m. ET on USA Network, while another lists qualifying for the same event at 12:05 a.m. ET on USA Network.
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| Event | Source 1 (LA Times) | Source 2 (BBC) | Source 3 (USA Today) | Source 5 (Deadline) | Source 7 (SportsMediaWatch) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biathlon (Men's 15km) | 5:15 AM NBC | — | — | 5:15 AM Peacock | 8:15 AM USA/Peacock (LIVE) |
| Bobsled (2-woman) | 9 AM NBC (Run 1) | — | — | — | 8:20 PM NBC (Pairs Finals) |
| Curling (Men's Bronze) | 10:05 AM USA | — | — | — | 5:00 PM CNBC (Encore) |
| Curling (Women's Semis) | 5:05 AM Peacock / 5:35 AM USA | — | — | 5:05 AM Peacock / 5:35 AM USA | — |
| Freestyle Skiing (Women's Skicross) | 3 AM USA (Finals) | 9 AM - 12:40 PM (Medal Event) | 2:55 AM USA (Finals) | 2:55 AM USA (Finals) / 3:00 AM USA (Finals) | 6:00 AM USA/Peacock (Finals LIVE) |
| Freestyle Skiing (Men's Halfpipe) | 10:30 AM NBC | 6:30 PM - 8:05 PM (Finals) | — | — | 9:00 PM NBC (Finals) |
| Hockey (Men's Semis) | 7:40 AM NBC | — | — | — | — |
| Short Track (Women's 1500m) | 11:15 AM USA | 7:15 PM - 9:40 PM (Finals) | — | — | 9:50 PM USA Network (Finals) |
| Speed Skating (Women's 1500m) | 7:30 AM USA | — | — | 7:30 AM Peacock | 8:00 PM NBC (Finals) |
These variations suggest that users should consult the most up-to-date schedule from their preferred provider close to the broadcast date.
Streaming and Broadcast Strategy
Broadcasting networks are employing a multi-platform strategy for the 2026 Winter Olympics. Peacock is indicated as the primary streaming service, offering live coverage of every event on-demand. NBC will broadcast marquee events in the afternoon and evenings, with earlier starts on weekends. USA Network is expected to provide continuous coverage, including key events during early morning hours and all Team USA hockey games.
Peacock will carry all events live and on-demand.
NBC will air live coverage of high-profile events.
USA Network offers 24/7 coverage.
Conclusion
The provided schedules offer a comprehensive look at the planned broadcasts for Friday, February 20, 2026, during the 2026 Winter Olympics. While most major events are consistently listed, minor discrepancies in timing and channel assignments exist across different sources. Viewers are advised to confirm final schedules with their local broadcasters or streaming platforms closer to the event date. The extensive availability across NBC, USA Network, and Peacock aims to ensure broad access to the Olympic competition.
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Sources
Los Angeles Times: https://www.latimes.com/sports/olympics/story/2026-02-19/winter-olympics-tv-schedule-fridays-listings
BBC Sport: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/articles/c338y36kngzo
USA Today: https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/olympics/2026/02/15/2026-winter-olympics-schedule-times-tv-stream/88679062007/
Sports Media Watch: https://www.sportsmediawatch.com/tv-schedules/olympics-tv-schedule/
Deadline: https://deadline.com/lists/2026-winter-olympics-tv-schedule/
