Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremony: everything you need to know
The start of Paris 2024 is set to be epic. Here’s our comprehensive guide to the Olympic opening ceremony
This month, the French capital will take on a distinctly gold medal-like shine when it becomes the host of the 33rd Summer Olympic Games. There’s a lot going on, and therefore a lot you’ll need to know to make the most of what promises to be a spectacular event. Here’s all the essential information on the Paris Olympics 2024, packed into one handy guide.
When do the Paris 2024 Olympics start?
The Paris Summer Olympic Games takes place from July 26 to August 11, 2024. The Paralympic Games takes place from August 28 to September 6.
How can I get tickets?
Official ballots for Paris 2024 tickets have already taken place, but don’t panic if you didn’t register for either or weren’t successful, as there will be more chances to buy tickets. The official Paris 2024 ticketing website says ‘Tickets for sessions will regularly be put on sale,’ with a maximum of four or six tickets available per person, depending on the sport.
Keep checking the Paris 2024 Olympic ticketing site to see what’s available.
How many times has Paris hosted the Olympics?
The 2024 Games will mark the third time that Paris has hosted the Olympics. The first was way back in 1900 and the second was in 1924 (when Paris became the first city to host two separate Olympics), which tees-up a very neat 100-year anniversary for the 2024 Games.
What’s the best way to get around Paris during the summer Games?
There will be road closures and disruption to metro services during the Games, making it a little trickier to get around. Read our full guide on traffic zones, metro closures and how to get around Paris during the Olympics here.
What two things are going to be new to the Olympics in Paris?
Two new sports are making their debut as Olympic sports at Paris 2024: breaking, an urban dance style characterised by acrobatic movements which has roots in hip hop culture; and kayak cross, where four kayakers race each other at the same time.
Skateboarding, surfing, sport climbing and three-on-three basketball will also return to Paris this year after making their debut at Tokyo 2020 (which took place in 2021).
What else do I need to know about the Paris 2024 Olympics?
Now you know the basics, it’s time to delve deeper into the Paris 2024 Games and immerse yourself in the Olympic spirit that’s sure to engulf the city over the summer. Below is all the info you need to get involved, from the latest news to advice on spectating (whether in-person or by watching on TV), plus handy guides to accommodation and things to do in the surrounding areas.
