Cross-country live streams at the 2026 Winter Olympics will inevitably see Norway claim another medal of medals in a test of technique, endurance and speed that has been a mainstay of the Games since their inception in 1924.
After the will-she-won’t-she saga, Therese Johaug has decided to stay in retirement. That opens up the women’s events, giving Jessie Diggins and Team USA a great chance for glory. Just don’t count out Swedes Jonna Sundling and Ebba Andersson, who dominated the world championships in Trondheim last year.
However, Johannes Høsflot Klæbo in the men’s division is about as close to an odds favorite as you can get in this discipline. The most successful cross-country skier in World Cup history, he swept the board with five golds at the World Championships and will be confident of adding to his five Olympic victories so far.
Here’s where you can stream cross-country skiing live and watch the 2026 Winter Olympics online anywhere and potentially FREE.
Watch Winter Olympic cross-country skiing 2026 for FREE
Cross-country skiing at the Winter Olympics will be live streamed for free in multiple locations around the globe, including Great Britain, Canada, Australia and Ireland.
🇬🇧 United Kingdom: BBC iPlayer
🇨🇦 Canada: CBC Save
🇦🇺 Australia: 9 Now
🇮🇪 Ireland: RTÉ is playing
Live in the US? All coverage provided by NBC, USA Network and CNBC is available for free thanks to 21-day trial for YouTube TV.
What if you are abroad? Olympic fans overseas can use Norton VPN to watch their usual streaming service anywhere.
How to watch any Winter Olympics cross-country stream using a VPN
How to watch Winter Olympics cross country live streams in the USA
Streaming service Peacock should be your first port of call for cross-country skiing at the Winter Olympics, as it shows instant live.
You need at least one Peacock Premium subscription for access, with Peacock pricing starting at $10.99 per month or $109.99 per year.
Alternatively, cord-cutting services such as Sling TV carry NBC and the USA Network, which will show parts of the event in Milano Cortina.
Outside the US during the Winter Olympics? Use Norton VPN to access your cross-country coverage.
How to watch Winter Olympics cross country live streams in the UK
In the UK, coverage of the Winter Olympics is shared between the BBC and TNT Sports.
One feed will run on BBC One or BBC Two, with live streaming available via BBC iPlayerwhile a separate digital-only feed will be available on iPlayer and the BBC Sport website.
The BBC’s coverage will not be complete. Full cross country coverage is available on TNT Sports via £3.99 Discovery+ ground plan.
Traveling away from the UK? Use a VPN to watch cross-country skiing from anywhere in the world.
How to watch Winter Olympics cross country live streams in Canada
In Canada, the CBC has the rights to broadcast the 2026 Winter Olympics.
You can watch select events for free on CBC Sports, but for far more comprehensive live and on-demand coverage of Milano Cortina 2026 – including every minute of cross-country skiing – stream on CBC Save.
If you’re not in Canada for the Milano Cortina, you simply must use a VPN to tune in from abroad.
How to watch Winter Olympics cross country live streams in Australia
In Australia, 9Now and Stan Sport will showcase cross-country skiing.
9 Now is home to opt for free coverage, while Stan Sports (AU$32/month) is your paid comprehensive option.
Away from Australia right now? Use a VPN to watch 9Now or Stan Sport from abroad.
How to watch Winter Olympics cross country live streams in New Zealand
In New Zealand, Sky Sports NZ shows the Winter Olympics.
You can access Sky Sport via satellite TV or get a live stream with the Sky Sport Now subscription service, which starts at $29.99 per day or $54.99 per month.
Do you miss cross-country skiing due to commitments abroad? Norton VPN will give you access to your home streaming service.
Frequently asked questions about Winter Olympic cross-country skiing
What is the schedule for the 2026 Winter Olympics in cross-country skiing?
(All times ET)
Saturday, February 7
7.00 – Women’s skiathlon
Sunday, February 8
6.30 – Men’s skiathlon
Tuesday, February 10
3.15-07.25 – Classic individual sprint for women and men
Thursday, February 12
7.00 – Women’s 10 km freestyle
Friday, February 13
5.45 – Men’s 10 km freestyle
Saturday 14 February
06.00 – Women’s 4 × 7.5 km relay
Sunday, February 15
06.00 – Men’s 4 × 7.5 km relay
Wednesday, February 18
03.45-06.15 – Women and men team sprint freestyle
Saturday 21 February
05.00 – Men’s 50 km mass start classic
Sunday, February 22
04.00 – Women, what is a skiathlon
Can I watch the Winter Olympics cross-country skiing on my mobile?
Of course, most broadcasters have streaming services that you can access via mobile apps or via your phone’s browser – for example, Peacock, BBC iPlayer and CBC Gem all have mobile apps.
You can also keep up to date with all things Autumn Nations on the official social media channels at X (@MilanoCortina2026), YouTube (@Olympics) and Instagram (@milanocortina2026).
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