At a Glance
- January 2-5, 2026: U.S. speed skating trials at the Pettit Center, Milwaukee
- Broadcast on NBC, USA Network, and Peacock
- Olympic events begin February 7, 2026 in Milan
Why it matters: The trials decide who will represent the U.S. in the 2026 Winter Olympics, while the schedule shows when each race will occur.
The final U.S. speed skating roster for the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics will be sealed in Milwaukee over the next four days. Stars like Jordan Stolz and Erin Jackson are poised to confirm their spots, while other athletes fight for the remaining berths.
Trials Overview
Held at the Pettit Center, the trials feature a mix of sprint and distance races across men’s and women’s categories. Commentators Bill Spaulding, Joey Cheek, and reporter Lewis Johnson will cover the action for NBC and Peacock.
The event schedule spans from Friday to Monday, with key races each day.
- Friday, Jan 2 – 6:30-8 p.m.: Women’s 3000 m, Men’s 5000 m (USA Network, Peacock)
- Saturday, Jan 3 – 4-6 p.m.: Men’s & Women’s 1000 m (NBC, Peacock)
- Sunday, Jan 4 – 2-4 p.m.: Men’s & Women’s 500 m (Part 1) (USA Network, Peacock)
- Sunday, Jan 4 – 4-6 p.m.: Men’s & Women’s 1500 m (NBC, Peacock)
- Monday, Jan 5 – 4:45-8 p.m.: Men’s mass start (Part 1) (Peacock)
- Monday, Jan 5 – 5-8 p.m.: Men’s & Women’s Mass Starts; Men’s & Women’s 500 m (Part 2) (USA Network)
Olympic Speed Skating Schedule
The 2026 Winter Olympics will host speed skating events at the Milano Speed Skating Arena within the Milano Ice Park. Races run from February 7 through February 21, with a mix of distance, team pursuit, and mass start events.
| Date & Time (ET) | Event |
|---|---|
| Saturday, Feb 7 (10 a.m.) | Women’s 3000 m |
| Sunday, Feb 8 (10 a.m.) | Men’s 5000 m |
| Monday, Feb 9 (11:30 a.m.) | Women’s 1000 m |
| Wednesday, Feb 11 (12:30 p.m.) | Men’s 1000 m |
| Thursday, Feb 12 (10:30 a.m.) | Women’s 5000 m |
| Friday, Feb 13 (10 a.m.) | Men’s 10 000 m |
| Saturday, Feb 14 (10 a.m.) | Women’s team pursuit quarterfinals, Men’s 500 m |
| Sunday, Feb 15 (10 a.m.) | Men’s team pursuit quarterfinals, Women’s 500 m |
| Tuesday, Feb 17 (8:30 a.m.) | Men’s & Women’s team pursuit semifinals and finals |
| Thursday, Feb 19 (10:30 a.m.) | Men’s 1500 m |
| Friday, Feb 20 (10:30 a.m.) | Women’s 1500 m |
| Saturday, Feb 21 (9 a.m.) | Men’s & Women’s mass start semifinals and finals |
Athletes who qualify in Milwaukee will compete in these events, aiming for medals on the world’s biggest stage.
Key Takeaways
- Trials run Jan 2-5 in Milwaukee, deciding the U.S. roster.
- Olympic speed skating begins Feb 7 in Milan and ends Feb 21 with mass start finals.
- Broadcast coverage spans NBC, USA Network, and Peacock.
With the trials underway, skaters are racing not only against each other but also the clock to secure a spot in the 2026 Winter Games. The upcoming Olympic schedule promises a week of high-stakes racing in Italy.
