U.S. Figure Skating, USA Hockey and US Speedskating partner to create hospitality house at the Olympic Winter Games
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Monday, September 8, 2025
Contact: Isabelle McLemore (imclemore@usfigureskating.org / 702.540.0905), Seamus Kelley
(Seamus.kelley@usahockey.org / 781.267-9907) and Alysha Rummler (arummler@usspeedskating.org / 801.417.5374 )
U.S. Figure Skating, USA Hockey and US Speedskating partner to create an athlete-first
hospitality house at the Olympic Winter Games 2026
Milan 2026 ICE House is a first-of-its-kind collaboration between the three national governing bodies
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado – For the first time ever, U.S. Figure Skating, USA Hockey and US Speedskating will welcome Olympians, their families and valued partners to a one-of-a-kind hospitality house during the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026.
From February 6-22, ICE House will transform Aethos Milan, a boutique-style hotel in the heart of the city, into a premium retreat that blends celebration, connection and comfort. ICE House will host a plethora of activities, including meet-and-greets with Olympic champions and legends across figure skating, hockey and speed skating, medal celebrations, watch parties and sponsored events. While not open to the public, NBC will showcase the venue during coverage, offering fans a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the energy and celebration.
“ICE House is an excellent first collaboration between our partner NGBs to create a premium experience at the Olympic Winter Games,” U.S. Figure Skating chief executive officer Matt Farrell said. “We expect this venue to be a main hub for athletes, families, media and our supporters.”
“Together with our friends at figure skating and speed skating, we’re excited to bring the ICE House to life in Milan,” said Pat Kelleher, executive director of USA Hockey. “There is nothing like the magic of the Olympic Games, and we look forward to the ICE House serving as a welcoming home to celebrate our athletes.”
“We’re thrilled to team up with our friends at USA Hockey and USA Figure Skating, creating a destination for athletes and their family and friends to gather during the Winter Olympic Games,” said US Speedskating Executive Director Ted Morris. “ICE House will be the place to be in Milan for the TEAM USA community.”
In addition to nightly celebrations, ICE House will feature “Center Ice” programming — a flexible platform for partners to host meetings, panels, fireside chats and networking events. Interest from sponsors has been strong, with limited opportunities still available.
ICE House will also provide a professional hub for media. Radio and digital outlets, podcasters, bloggers and content creators will be able to broadcast directly from the Games, with packages tailored to individual needs.
The United States Olympic & Paralympic Museum also expects to activate at the ICE House, installing an evolving exhibit that will highlight artifacts associated with Team USA athletes. After the Games, the exhibit would travel back to Colorado Springs, Colorado, for display at the Museum.
-U.S. Figure Skating-
U.S. Figure Skating is the national governing body for the sport of figure skating in the United States as recognized by the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee and the International Skating Union. U.S. Figure Skating comprises more than 875 member clubs, collegiate clubs and high school teams, and more than 1,000 registered Learn to Skate USA® programs representing over 246,000 members. U.S. Figure Skating is charged with the development of the sport on all levels within the United States, including athletes, officials, sanctioning of events and exhibitions, and establishing the rules and guidelines by which the sport is governed.
-USA HOCKEY-
USA Hockey, established on October 29, 1937, and headquartered in Colorado Springs, Colorado, provides the foundation for the sport of ice hockey in America; helps young people become leaders, sometimes Olympic or Paralympic heroes; and connects the game at every level while promoting a lifelong love of the sport. USA Hockey is more than a million strong, including players, coaches, officials and volunteers that span all 50 states. The National Governing Body for the sport in the United States, USA Hockey has important partnerships with the NHL, PWHL, United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee and International Ice Hockey Federation. For more information, visit usahockey.com.
-US SPEEDSKATING-
US Speedskating athletes have won 91 Olympic medals, making it one of the most successful sports in U.S. Olympic history. The organization sets the stage for success by providing support, from local clubs to Olympic teams, and nurtures an atmosphere that encourages growth in the speed skating community. USS is recognized as the governing body for the sport of speed skating in the United States and is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization.
