As the Olympic flag passes from Paris to Los Angeles, excitement builds for the 2028 Games. LA, set to host the Olympics for the third time, will kick off the event on July 14, 2028, followed by the Paralympics on August 15. The city, famous for its Hollywood glamour, promises a blend of iconic venues and innovative additions, such as beach volleyball on the actual beach and a transformed SoFi Stadium for swimming.
No new permanent structures will be built; instead, LA will utilize existing sites, including the historic LA Memorial Coliseum for athletics. However, challenges loom, particularly around transportation. Despite earlier plans, a major rail network upgrade has been scrapped, with organizers now relying on buses to manage the influx of visitors—a concern for residents already familiar with LA’s notorious traffic.
The 2028 Games will see the return of sports like cricket and lacrosse, alongside new additions like squash and flag football. Paraclimbing will debut in the Paralympics. Notable athletes from Paris 2024, including Léon Marchand and Keely Hodgkinson, are expected to compete, though the participation of veterans like Simone Biles remains uncertain.
While LA lacks the historic backdrop of Paris, locals believe the city’s unique charm and Hollywood magic will make the 2028 Olympics an unforgettable spectacle.
