Austria and Norway have historically ruled the roost at the Winter Paralympics, but China dominated their home Games four years ago, and are out to prove that the balance of power has shifted at the 50th anniversary edition at Milano-Cortina.
Austria’s remarkable Aigner siblings dominated the last Winter Paralympics on debut, with Veronika winning Slalom and Giant Slalom golds (with sister Elisabeth as her guide), Barbara winning Slalom silver and Giant Slalom bronze, and Johannes winning Downhill and Giant Slalom gold, Slalom and Super Combined silver, and Super-G bronze.
USA beat Canada in both Ice Hockey finals at last month’s Winter Olympics before things took a very ugly turn, and we’re expecting more of the same at the Winter Paralympics. However, one of the starkest takeaways from Beijing 2022 was USA’s dramatic tumble down the pecking order, encapsulated best by the Para Snowboarding. American athletes took five of 10 golds in PyeongChang in 2018 – at Beijing they took one of eight.
The International Paralympic Committee is allowing Russian and Belarusian athletes to compete under their respective flags for the first time since 2014, and has resisted calls for USA and Israel to be banned for carrying out widespread attacks across the Middle East.
Here’s where to watch Winter Paralympics live streams online from anywhere — and potentially for FREE.
Watch Winter Paralympics 2026 for FREE
The 2026 Winter Paralympics are being live streamed for free in multiple countries around the world, including the UK, Canada and Australia.
🇬🇧 UK: YouTube & Channel 4
🇨🇦 Canada: CBC Gem
🇦🇺 Australia: 9Now
What if you’re abroad? Winter sports fans from the UK, Canada and Australia can use NordVPN to watch their usual streaming service from anywhere.
How to watch any Winter Paralympics stream using a VPN
How to watch Winter Paralympics 2026 live streams in the US
In the US, Winter Paralympics coverage is available through Peacock, USA Network, NBC and CNBC.
The Peacock streaming service should be your first port of call, as it’s showing every single event live. You need at least a Peacock Premium subscription for access, with the Peacock price starting at $10.99 per month or $109.99 per year.
You’ll need to check your USA Network, NBC and CNBC schedules daily for details of their coverage. All three channels are available with most cable plans and OTT cable replacement services, like Sling TV. Sling carries USA Network and NBC (in selected cities) on its Blue plan, costing from $45.99 a month.
Alternatively, there’s a 21-day trial available if you watch through YouTube TV.
Outside the US? Use NordVPN to access Winter Paralympics coverage.
How to watch Winter Paralympics 2026 live streams in the UK
In the UK, Winter Paralympics coverage is being provided by free-to-air Channel 4.
Comprehensive coverage is available via the Channel 4 Sport YouTube channel, while select events are being shown on Channel 4.
Traveling away from the UK? Use a VPN to watch Channel 4 from abroad while you’re away from home.
How to watch Winter Paralympics 2026 live streams in Canada
In Canada, CBC has the rights to broadcast the 2026 Winter Paralympics.
You can watch select events on TV via free-to-air CBC Sports or, for much more extensive live and on-demand coverage of Milano Cortina 2026, head to its online CBC Gem streaming platform where more than 920 hours of action will be shown.
If you aren’t in Canada during the Games, simply use a VPN to tune in from overseas.
How to watch Winter Paralympics 2026 live streams in Australia
In Australia, the Winter Paralympics are being shown on 9Now and Stan Sport.
9Now is home to select free-to-air Milano Cortina coverage.
For comprehensive coverage, you’ll need to subscribe to Stan Sport. It costs AU$20 a month on top of a regular Stan subscription, which itself starts at AU$12 a month.
Away from Australia right now? Use a VPN to watch 9Now or Stan Sport from abroad.
How to watch Winter Paralympics 2026 live streams in New Zealand
In New Zealand, Sky Sport NZ is showing the Winter Paralympics.
You can access Sky Sport through satellite TV or get a live stream with the Sky Sport Now subscription service, starting at $29.99 per day or $54.99 per month.
Missing Milano Cortina due to work commitments abroad? NordVPN will unlock access to your home streaming service.
Winter Paralympics 2026 FAQs
What is the Winter Paralympics schedule?
Wednesday, March 4
– Wheelchair Curling
Thursday, March 5
– Wheelchair Curling
Friday, March 6
– OPENING CEREMONY
– Wheelchair Curling
Saturday, March 7
– Para Alpine Skiing (6 medal events)
– Para Biathlon (6 medal events)
– Para Ice Hockey
– Para Snowboarding
– Wheelchair Curling
Sunday, March 8
– Para Biathlon (6 medal events)
– Para Snowboarding (4 medal events)
– Wheelchair Curling
Monday, March 9
– Para Alpine Skiing (6 medal events)
– Para Ice Hockey
– Wheelchair Curling
Tuesday, March 10
– Para Alpine Skiing (6 medal events)
– Para Cross-Country Skiing (6 medal events)
– Para Ice Hockey
– Wheelchair Curling
Wednesday, March 11
– Para Cross-Country Skiing (6 medal events)
– Wheelchair Curling (1 medal event)
Thursday, March 12
– Para Alpine Skiing (3 medal events)
– Para Ice Hockey
– Wheelchair Curling
Friday, March 13
– Para Alpine Skiing (3 medal events)
– Para Biathlon (6 medal events)
– Para Ice Hockey
– Wheelchair Curling
Saturday, March 14
– Para Alpine Skiing (3 medal events)
– Para Cross-Country Skiing (2 medal events)
– Para Ice Hockey
– Para Snowboarding (4 medal events)
– Wheelchair Curling (1 medal event)
Sunday, March 15
– Para Alpine Skiing (3 medal events)
– Para Cross-Country Skiing (6 medal events)
– Para Ice Hockey (1 medal event)
– CLOSING CEREMONY
Can I watch Winter Paralympics free of charge?
Yes! As outlined above, free coverage is available on YouTube and Channel 4 in the UK, CBC Gem in Canada, and 9Now in Australia.
In the US, NBC, USA Network and CNBC coverage is available via a free trial for YouTube TV.
Other, non-English language Paralympics free streams can be found on ORF (Austria), RTBF (Belgium), VRT (Belgium), DR (Denmark), France TV (France), RAI (Italy), Yle (Finland), ZDF (Germany), RUV (Iceland), NOS (Netherlands), NRK (Norway), TVP (Poland), RTVE (Spain), Canal Nu9ve (Mexico) and the SRF RTS channels (Switzerland).
Fans away from home can use a VPN to watch the free coverage from abroad.
Can I watch the 2026 Winter Paralympics on my mobile?
Of course, most broadcasters have streaming services that you can access through mobile apps or via your phone’s browser.
You can also stay up-to-date with all things Winter Paralympics on the official social media channels on X (@MilanoCortina2026), YouTube (@Olympics) and Instagram (@milanocortina2026).
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