Winter Paralympics 2026 on Television: How to watch all the action from Italy - including full TV schedule

They come less than two weeks after the conclusion of the Winter Olympics, which saw Team GB win a record-breaking three gold medals (along with a silver and a bronze).

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The competition will see 612 athletes from 56 countries compete in 79 events across six sports - with a number of subcategories ensuring athletes will compete against those with similar impairments.

That’s a lot of sporting action to enjoy and there’s good news for armchair adrenaline junkies, with extensive and subscription-free coverage available on British television.

Here’s everything you need to know to see every minute of thrills and spills.

When are the 2026 Winter Paralympic Games?

The Games take place from Friday, March 6, to Monday, March 16.

What channel will the 2026 Winter Paralympic Games be shown on?

All the action will be broadcast on Channel 4, Channel 4 Streaming, and Channel 4 Sport’s YouTube channel.

In total more than 60 hours of sport will be broadcast live from Milan and Cortina.

What sports are included in the 2026 Winter Paralympic Games?

Here are all six sports that will be included in this year’s competition - and how many events are being held in each one.

• Para alpine skiing (30)
• Para biathlon (18)
• Para cross-country skiing (20)
• Para ice hockey (1)
• Para snowboard (8)
• Wheelchair curling (2)

What is the television schedule for the 2026 Winter Paralympic Games?

Here’s where you can catch all the winter sports action on Channel 4.

Friday, March 6

6.30pm-9pm: Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games Opening Ceremony.

Saturday, 7 March

8am-1pm: Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games Live

6.30pm-7pm: Paralympics Today, presented by Ade Adepitan.

Sunday, March 8

8am-1pm: Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games Live

6.30pm-7pm: Paralympics Today, presented by Ade Adepitan.

Monday, March 9

8am-3.40pm: Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games Live

6.30pm-7pm: Paralympics Today, presented by Ade Adepitan.

Tuesday, March 10

8am-3.40pm: Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games Live

6.30pm-7pm: Paralympics Today, presented by Ade Adepitan.

Wednesday, March 11

8am-3.40pm: Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games Live

6.30pm-7pm: Paralympics Today, presented by Ade Adepitan.

Thursday, March 12

7.50am-1.35pm: Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games Live

6.30pm-7pm: Paralympics Today

Friday, March 13

7.50am-2.30pm: Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games Live

6.30pm-7pm: Paralympics Today, presented by Ade Adepitan.

Saturday, March 14

7.50am-2pm: Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games Live

6.30pm-7pm: Paralympics Today

Sunday, March 15

7.50am-1pm: Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games Live

7.30pm-9.30pm: Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games Closing Ceremony

Who is presenting the Channel 4 coverage of the 2026 Winter Paralympic Games?

Team GB’s most decorated Paralympic athlete Dame Sarah Storey, and multi gold medal Paralympic swimming champion Alice Tai have joined the team led by presenter and wheelchair basketball player and former racing driver Billy Monger.

Former ParalympicsGB sit-skier Sean Rose returns as pundit, along with ex-ParalympicsGB alpine skier and medallist Jade Etherington as commentator.

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