Figure skating has long been one of the most exciting parts of the Winter Olympics, and 2026 is no exception. We've put together everything you need to know about how to watch figure skating at the Olympics, including free and global streaming options.
The Milano Cortina Winter Games will see many familiar faces hit the ice to compete for the gold, including world champions Ilia Malinin and Alysa Liu. Married ice dancing world champion duo Madison Chock and Evan Bates are also on the roster after winning gold in the team event at the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics. Team events will take place this weekend, and individual events will run from February 9 to 19.
If you're hoping to tune into Olympic figure skating, you've come to the right place. Keep reading to learn how to stream events around the world, and don't forget to bookmark our massive where to watch Olympics guide.
- See also: How to watch Olympic Curling | How to watch Olympic Ice Hockey | How to watch Olympic Snowboarding
*Local channels, like NBC, are only available in select regions on Sling.
How to watch figure skating at the Olympics in the US
Olympic figure skating will air on NBC and the USA Network in the US. Our top recommendation for those looking to live stream the events is Peacock, since it offers coverage of every sport (as well as on-demand and multiview features). Subscriptions start at $11 a month for Peacock Premium.
If you're interested in a streaming service with channels beyond just those owned by NBCUniversal, a few of our favorite live TV streaming services include DirecTV and Sling TV. These won't be quite as comprehensive as Peacock, and you'll need to check your TV guide to see which of the channels are carrying events throughout the Olympics.
DirecTV carries NBC and USA in its signature plans, as well as its cheaper DirecTV MySports package. MySports subscriptions cost $70 a month, carry around 20 popular sports networks, and unlock access to ESPN Unlimited. New customers can save $10 a month on their first two months of MySports. All DirecTV plans come with a five-day free trial for new users.
Sling also carries NBC and USA in its Sling Blue plan, along with 40+ other channels. Local channel coverage (like NBC) varies from region to region on Sling, so you should see what's available in your area before signing up. If you have access to local channels, Sling Blue costs $50 a month. Sling TV Orange doesn't have access to NBC and USA.
How to watch figure skating at the Olympics in Canada
CBC hosts Winter Olympic coverage, including figure skating, in Canada. Fans can live stream the events through CBC Gem, a free streaming option that just requires account creation to use.
How to watch figure skating at the Olympics in the UK
UK Winter Olympics coverage will be available on the BBC and TNT Sports, meaning viewers can live stream on BBC iPlayer and Discover Plus. BBC and BBC iPlayer's coverage is free to those with a valid TV license and just requires account creation to use. However, the BBC is only offering select coverage this year, so if you want to catch all figure skating events (as well as other Olympic sports), a paid plan from Discovery Plus is the way to go. Discovery Plus plans start at £4 a month.
How to watch figure skating at the Olympics in Australia
Nine and 9Now, a free streaming service, will offer lots of Winter Olympics coverage in Australia. To make sure you can see every second of the Winter Games, you'll need a Stan Sport subscription, which goes for $32 a month ($12 a month for the base plan, plus $20 a month for Sports).
How to watch figure skating at the Olympics from anywhere
If you'll be away from the location where your streaming options work during any notable events, you can still access them with the help of a VPN, or virtual private network. VPNs, like NordVPN, let people change their electronic devices' virtual locations. This way, their go-to websites and apps work from anywhere in the world. They're also instant ways to upgrade online security and privacy, no matter where you are. We recommend NordVPN because of its fantastic reputation, savings on long-term contracts, and 30-day money-back guarantee. You can learn more in our NordVPN review.
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