Multiple choice When were the first winter Olympics held? January 25 to February 5, 1924, in France. July 25 to August 5, 1924, in France. January 25 to February 5, 1928, in Holland. July 25 to August 5, 1928, in Holland. Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself A Correct answer Explanation The inaugural Winter Olympic Games were held in Chamonix, France, from January 25 to February 5, 1924. They were originally called 'International Winter Sports Week' but were retroactively designated as the first Winter Olympics by the IOC.