The Mr. Olympia 2026 weekend is one of the biggest global bodybuilding events, bringing together the world’s top IFBB Pro athletes in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. The competition runs for several days as part of the larger Olympia Weekend, featuring amateur contests, expo events, press conferences, pre-judging rounds, and final championship nights.
For 2026, the official Olympia Weekend is scheduled from September 24 to September 27, 2026, with additional amateur registration and early events beginning on September 21, 2026. The schedule is designed so fans can experience both the behind-the-scenes buildup and the main stage finals.
Below is the complete event schedule for Mr. Olympia 2026.
Day 1 – Monday, September 21, 2026
The Olympia weekend begins with amateur preparation and registration.
- Amateur Olympia Competitor Registration
- Location: Palms Casino Resort, Las Vegas
- Time: 4:00 PM
This day is focused on athlete check-ins, paperwork, and final preparation before official judging begins.
Day 2 – Tuesday, September 22, 2026
Amateur divisions officially begin.
- Amateur Olympia Women’s Judging
- Location: Palms Casino Resort (Pearl Theater)
- Time: 8:00 AM
- Amateur Olympia Women’s Finals
- Time: To be announced
This day highlights rising female athletes competing for pro status and recognition.
Day 3 – Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Men’s amateur divisions take the stage.
- Amateur Olympia Men’s Judging
- Location: Pearl Theater
- Time: 8:00 AM
- Amateur Olympia Men’s Finals
- Time: To be announced
Winners from these divisions often earn their IFBB Pro Card, making this a highly competitive day.
Day 4 – Thursday, September 24, 2026
The official Olympia Weekend kickoff.
- Olympia Press Conference
- Location: Palms Casino Resort
- Time: 12:00 PM
- Olympia Superstar Kickoff Party
- Location: Palms Pool
- Evening Event
This day includes media coverage, athlete interviews, and fan engagement events. It sets the stage for the main competition days.
Day 5 – Friday, September 25, 2026
One of the busiest days of the Olympia Weekend.
- World Fitness Expo Opening
- Location: Las Vegas Convention Center (South Hall)
- Time: 9:00 AM onward
- Pre-Judging (Multiple Divisions)
- 212 Olympia
- Classic Physique Olympia
- Figure Olympia
- Women’s Physique Olympia
- Ms. Olympia
- Wellness Olympia
- Start Time: 9:30 AM
- Friday Finals + Mr. Olympia Pre-Judging
- Location: Orleans Arena
- Evening Session
This day determines early rankings and finalist placements across multiple divisions.
Day 6 – Saturday, September 26, 2026
The main championship day for Men’s Open Mr. Olympia.
- Men’s Physique Pre-Judging
- Bikini Olympia Pre-Judging
- Wheelchair Olympia Events
- Time: 9:30 AM
- Hall of Fame Ceremony
- Time: 12:00 PM
- Mr. Olympia Finals (Main Event)
- Location: Orleans Arena
- Evening Session (Approx. 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM)
This is the most important night where the Mr. Olympia 2026 champion is crowned.
Day 7 – Sunday, September 27, 2026
Final closing day of Olympia Weekend.
- Olympia Seminar of Champions
- Location: Palms Grand Ballroom
- Time: 11:00 AM
This event features newly crowned champions sharing insights, posing routines, and interacting with fans and media.
The Mr. Olympia 2026 schedule spans nearly a full week of events, starting with amateur competitions and ending with the crowning of the world’s best bodybuilder. The most anticipated segment is the Men’s Open Finals on Saturday night, which draws global attention from fitness fans, athletes, and media.
From early morning judging rounds to evening finals at the Orleans Arena, Olympia Weekend is structured to showcase every division at the highest level of professional bodybuilding.