2028 Summer Olympics Countdown
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The 2028 Summer Olympics, officially the Games of the XXXIV Olympiad and branded LA28, will be held in Los Angeles, California, from July 14 to July 30, 2028. It will be the third time the city has hosted the Summer Games, after 1932 and 1984.
More than 10,000 athletes from over 200 nations are expected to compete. The countdown above tracks the exact days, hours, and minutes until the Opening Ceremony.
When Do the 2028 Olympics Start? Schedule & Opening Ceremony
The Opening Ceremony of LA28 is scheduled for July 14, 2028, with the Games closing on July 30, 2028. Events run on Pacific Time (PT), so international viewers will need to convert start times. Use the live countdown above for the opening, and our UTC to PST Converter or World Clock to line up any 2028 Olympics session with your own clock.
Host Venues Across Los Angeles
Los Angeles is leaning on existing and temporary venues across the region rather than building large new stadiums, including:
- SoFi Stadium and the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum for marquee events.
- Crypto.com Arena and the Intuit Dome for indoor sports.
- Long Beach and Carson for water, racket, and field sports.
New Sports at LA28
The 2028 program adds several sports on top of the Olympic core, including flag football, cricket (T20), lacrosse (sixes), squash, and the return of baseball and softball. Athletics and swimming are again expected to be among the most watched events.
How to Watch the 2028 Olympics
The Games are carried by national broadcasters and streaming services worldwide, so check your local listings. Because every session runs on Pacific Time, viewers in Europe, Africa, and Asia will see afternoon to overnight start times. Our UTC to PST Converter, PST to EST Converter, and World Clock make it easy to plan around your schedule.
LA 2028 FAQ
Where are the 2028 Olympics held?
The Games are hosted by Los Angeles, with venues spread across the greater Los Angeles area in Southern California.
When do the 2028 Olympics start and end?
The Games run from July 14 to July 30, 2028, opening with a ceremony on July 14.
What new sports are at the 2028 Olympics?
LA28 adds flag football, cricket, lacrosse, and squash, and brings back baseball and softball.
What time zone are the events in?
All events run on Pacific Time (PT). Use our UTC to PST Converter to find local start times.
How can I watch from outside the US?
Coverage is carried by national broadcasters worldwide. Convert session times with our World Clock or UTC to PST Converter.