Get ready, the 2024 Paris Olympics have finally begun (26, July)! The world’s best athletes have gathered to vie for top honors. This year’s games are set against the beautiful Eiffel Tower, adding to the human athleticism and the Olympic spirit.
The official opening ceremony is sure to be a beautiful display, but competition has already started in sports like football, archery, handball, and rugby. These events demand careful preparation and qualification rounds, hence the early start.
Let’s go over the precise start and end dates of these games so you won’t miss out on the ongoing excitement.
Opening Ceremony 2024 Olympics
Opening Ceremony 2024 Olympics
Hold on to your hats for a unique Olympic kick-off! The Paris 2024 games are shaking things up with an opening ceremony held on the legendary Seine River. Instead of packed stadiums, expect tons of fans gathering on the riverbanks to witness history in the making.
Picture a beautiful parade of sports stars from over 200 nations sailing down the river, the Eiffel Tower providing an awe-inspiring backdrop. This is set to be an unforgettable experience. An estimated 94 boats are taking part, with organizers guaranteeing a brilliantly organized display covering the spirit of both Paris and the Olympics.
We’re on the edge of our seats for the reveal of this singular ceremony! (or if you miss it by the time you read this, you can watch it on YouTube!)
Closing Ceremony 2024 Olympics
Closing Ceremony 2024 Olympics
The Paris 2024 Olympics are set to end with an amazing farewell event on August 11th at Stade de France. This finale will be a wonderful tribute to all the athletes and their competitive spirit.
Get ready for a mix of music, dance, and fireworks to mark the end of the games. Athletes from around the world will march in a parade, and the next hosting city, Los Angeles, will be officially introduced.
The final act? The Olympic torch goes out. This signifies the end of an event that has been truly exciting and dear to fans around the world.
Overview of the 2024 Olympics Schedule
Overview of the 2024 Olympics Schedule
The final schedule is online but might shuffle as the games advance, so keep an eye for changes. Gear up to support your favorite athlete! Hosting a wide range of sports and skillful players, the Paris 2024 Olympics promises a memorable event.
Wednesday, July 24
- Rugby Sevens
- Football (soccer)
Thursday, July 25
- Handball
- Football (soccer)
- Rugby Sevens
- Archery
Friday, July 26
- Opening Ceremony
Saturday, July 27
- Swimming
- Hockey
- Fencing
- Badminton
- Basketball
- Football (soccer)
- Diving
- Rugby Sevens
- Boxing
- Table Tennis
- Artistic Gymnastics
- Handball
- Beach Volleyball
- Judo
- Rowing
- Equestrian
- Cycling Road
- Shooting
- Skateboarding
- Surfing
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Water Polo
- Canoe Slalom
Sunday, July 28
- Tennis
- Fencing
- Handball
- Badminton
- Surfing
- Shooting
- Cycling Mountain Bike
- Basketball
- Boxing
- Water Polo
- Rugby Sevens
- Rowing
- Judo
- Artistic Gymnastics
- Archery
- Beach Volleyball
- Skateboarding
- Equestrian
- Football (soccer)
- Hockey
- Swimming
- Table Tennis
- Volleyball
- Canoe Slalom
Monday, July 29
- Swimming
- Archery
- Fencing
- Handball
- Basketball
- Badminton
- Rugby Sevens
- Boxing
- Diving
- Table Tennis
- Artistic Gymnastics
- Beach Volleyball
- Hockey
- Judo
- Rowing
- Equestrian
- Cycling Mountain Bike
- Shooting
- Surfing
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Water Polo
- Canoe Slalom
Tuesday, July 30
- Handball
- Boxing
- Fencing
- Badminton
- Basketball
- Beach Volleyball
- Swimming
- Table Tennis
- Artistic Gymnastics
- Judo
- Rowing
- Equestrian
- Cycling BMX Freestyle
- Shooting
- Surfing
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Water Polo
- Canoe Slalom
- Archery
- 3×3 Basketball
- Football (soccer)
- Hockey
Wednesday, July 31
- Handball
- Boxing
- Fencing
- Badminton
- Basketball
- Beach Volleyball
- Swimming
- Table Tennis
- Artistic Gymnastics
- Judo
- Rowing
- Equestrian
- Cycling BMX Freestyle
- Shooting
- Surfing
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Water Polo
- Canoe Slalom
- Archery
- 3×3 Basketball
- Football (soccer)
- Hockey
- Diving
Thursday, August 1
- Handball
- Boxing
- Fencing
- Badminton
- Basketball
- Beach Volleyball
- Swimming
- Table Tennis
- Artistic Gymnastics
- Judo
- Rowing
- Equestrian
- Cycling BMX Racing
- Shooting
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Water Polo
- Canoe Slalom
- Archery
- 3×3 Basketball
- Golf
- Hockey
- Athletics
Friday, August 2
- Handball
- Boxing
- Fencing
- Badminton
- Basketball
- Beach Volleyball
- Swimming
- Table Tennis
- Diving
- Judo
- Rowing
- Equestrian
- Cycling BMX Racing
- Shooting
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Water Polo
- Canoe Slalom
- Archery
- 3×3 Basketball
- Golf
- Football (soccer)
- Hockey
- Trampoline Gymnastics
Saturday, August 3
- Handball
- Boxing
- Fencing
- Badminton
- Basketball
- Beach Volleyball
- Swimming
- Table Tennis
- Artistic Gymnastics
- Judo
- Rowing
- Equestrian
- Cycling Road
- Shooting
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Water Polo
- Canoe Slalom
- Archery
- 3×3 Basketball
- Golf
- Football (soccer)
- Hockey
Sunday, August 4
- Handball
- Boxing
- Fencing
- Badminton
- Basketball
- Beach Volleyball
- Swimming
- Table Tennis
- Artistic Gymnastics
- Sailing
- Equestrian
- Cycling Road
- Shooting
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Water Polo
- Canoe Slalom
- Archery
- 3×3 Basketball
- Golf
- Hockey
Monday, August 5
- Handball
- Boxing
- Fencing
- Badminton
- Beach Volleyball
- Swimming
- Table Tennis
- Artistic Gymnastics
- Diving
- Equestrian
- Football (soccer)
- Hockey
- Sailing
- Shooting
- Sport Climbing
- Triathlon
- Volleyball
- Water Polo
- Canoe Slalom
- Athletics
- Artistic Swimming
- Cycling Track
Tuesday, August 6
- Handball
- Boxing
- Basketball
- Beach Volleyball
- Diving
- Equestrian
- Football (soccer)
- Hockey
- Sailing
- Skateboarding
- Sport Climbing
- Table Tennis
- Volleyball
- Water Polo
- Canoe Sprint
- Athletics
- Artistic Swimming
- Cycling Track
Wednesday, August 7
- Handball
- Boxing
- Basketball
- Beach Volleyball
- Diving
- Equestrian
- Hockey
- Sailing
- Skateboarding
- Sport Climbing
- Table Tennis
- Volleyball
- Water Polo
- Canoe Sprint
- Athletics
- Artistic Swimming
- Cycling Track
- Golf
- Taekwondo
- Weightlifting
Thursday, August 8
- Handball
- Boxing
- Basketball
- Beach Volleyball
- Diving
- Football (soccer)
- Hockey
- Sailing
- Sport Climbing
- Table Tennis
- Taekwondo
- Volleyball
- Water Polo
- Canoe Sprint
- Athletics
- Marathon Swimming
- Modern Pentathlon
- Rhythmic Gymnastics
- Cycling Track
- Weightlifting
Friday, August 9
- Handball
- Boxing
- Basketball
- Beach Volleyball
- Diving
- Football (soccer)
- Hockey
- Sport Climbing
- Table Tennis
- Taekwondo
- Volleyball
- Water Polo
- Canoe Sprint
- Athletics
- Artistic Swimming
- Cycling Track
- Marathon Swimming
- Modern Pentathlon
- Rhythmic Gymnastics
- Breaking
- Weightlifting
Saturday, August 10
- Handball
- Boxing
- Basketball
- Beach Volleyball
- Diving
- Football (soccer)
- Hockey
- Sport Climbing
- Table Tennis
- Taekwondo
- Volleyball
- Water Polo
- Canoe Sprint
- Athletics
- Artistic Swimming
- Cycling Track
- Modern Pentathlon
- Rhythmic Gymnastics
- Breaking
- Weightlifting
Sunday, August 11
- Handball
- Basketball
- Volleyball
- Water Polo
- Weightlifting
- Wrestling
- Modern Pentathlon
Where will you be able to watch the 2024 Olympics?
Where will you be able to watch the 2024 Olympics?
US
- In the US, NBCUniversal is the go-to for 2024 Olympic coverage. It’ll be on channels like NBC, NBCSN, and USA Network.
- Want to stream? Hop on Peacock, NBCUniversal’s platform.
UK
- Over in the UK, BBC takes the lead. You’ll find them airing the games on BBC One and BBC Two for free.
- Eurosport has more coverage and different sports.
- Find it on Sky or Discovery+. Fancy streaming options? Try BBC iPlayer and Discovery+.
Remember, channels and schedules can change, so check for updates when the event gets closer.
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