The 2026 Winter Olympics will take place in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy, from February 6 to February 22.
Following the Winter Games, the 2028 Summer Olympics, known as LA28, will be held in Los Angeles from July 14 to July 30.
Registration for the LA28 ticket draw is open until March 18, with some ticket prices starting as low as $28.
As the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics draw closer, we’re warming up by answering some of your most-searched questions about the Winter and Summer Olympic Games.
This year’s XXV Winter Olympics Games will take place in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy. And while the highly-anticipated 2028 Summer Olympics are still a few years out, eager sports fans are already jumping ahead with questions about what’s coming next for LA28—and how they can get tickets.
Here’s your all-in-one guide to the LA28 Summer Olympics, complete with the most frequently asked questions regarding the event—including how to score Olympics merch before it sells out.
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When do the 2026 Winter Olympics start?
The 2026 Winter Olympics start on Friday, Feb. 6 and run through Sunday, Feb. 22; the Winter Paralympic Games will then begin on March 6 and run until March 15.
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When is the 2026 Olympics opening ceremony?
The 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony is on Friday, Feb. 6, at 8 p.m. CET (2 p.m. EST). It’ll be held at Milan’s San Siro Stadium, officially kicking off the Games.
When is the 2026 Olympics closing ceremony?
The closing ceremony will be held on Sunday, Feb. 22, and will take place at Verona Olympic Arena—Italy’s third-largest Roman amphitheater.
Who is Team USA’s flag bearer for Winter Olympics 2026?
The flag bearers for Team USA at the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympics haven’t been announced yet. However, historically it’s a prestigious honor voted by fellow Team USA athletes. Here’s which potential candidates to watch for: Mikaela Shiffrin (Alpine Skiing), Jessie Diggins (Cross-Country Skiing), Erin Jackson/Brittany Bowe (Speed Skating) and Chloe Kim (Snowboarding).
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Where will the 2028 Olympics take place?
After the 2026 Winter Games in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy, the next Olympic Games will be the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles, which are slated to take place from July 14 through July 30, 2028.
What is LA28?
LA28 refers to the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games to be held in Los Angeles in 2028, with LA being the abbreviation for Los Angeles and 28 being the designated year for the next Summer Olympics.
When is the LA28 ticket draw?
The LA28 ticket draw registration opened on Jan. 14 and runs until March 18. Then, notifications for specific purchase time slots will be sent out between March 31 and April 7, leading to the first ticket sales in early April 2026 for LA28.
How to register for LA28?
To register for LA28, you’ll need to create an account and register at Tickets.La.28.org by March 18. If selected, you’ll get an email with a specific date and time to buy tickets.
How much do LA28 tickets cost?
LA28 ticket prices start at $28, with at least one million tickets available at that price and about one-third of all tickets costing under $100. However, specific pricing and demand will likely drive up prices for finals, which will be revealed closer to the Games.
Where to get LA28 Olympics merch:
There’s plenty of official LA28 Olympics merchandise now available through the official Olympics shop and Fanatics.
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How many times has LA hosted the Olympics?
LA28 will be the third time Los Angeles has hosted the Summer Olympic Games; Los Angeles has also hosted in 1932 and 1984.
When and where will the opening ceremony be held for LA28?
The LA28 Olympic Opening Ceremony will be held on Friday, July 14, 2028. It’ll be a dual-venue event shared between the historic Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum and the modern SoFi Stadium in Inglewood.
When and where will the closing ceremony be held for LA28?
The closing ceremony for the LA28 Olympics will be held at the historic Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum in Exposition Park on Sunday, July 30, 2028.
Will Dodger Stadium host Olympic events for LA28?
Yes, Dodger Stadium will host Olympic events for LA28, specifically the baseball competitions.
Where to stay for LA 2028 Olympics?
For the LA28 Olympics, consider areas near specific venues like Santa Monica and Venice, Westwood/Pasadena or Downtown LA with options ranging from boutique hotels to luxury stays and AirBnBs.
How to watch LA28 Olympics
To watch the LA28 Olympics, primary coverage will be through NBC, Peacock, USA Network, etc. for live coverage, highlights and replays.
How many athletes will compete in LA28?
According to LA28’s website, 15,000 athletes are expected to compete in the Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles.
Are there new Olympic sports in LA28?
Yes, LA28 will feature new additions with flag football and squash making their Olympic debut. Additionally, cricket, baseball, softball and Lacrosse will return to the Games, alongside several new mixed-gender sporting events like archery, gymnastics, rowing, golf and table tennis.
LA28 Olympics competition schedule
The LA28 Olympic Games will mark the largest Games to date, featuring 51 sports across 49 competition venues in 18 zones throughout the Los Angeles region and Oklahoma City. The preliminary LA28 competition schedule has been released, to view the full schedule click here.
What is Super Saturday LA28?
Super Saturday will be Day 15 of the LA28 Games. It’s set to be the single most action-packed day of the Games with 26 finals sessions across 23 sports. This will include 15 gold and bronze medal team sport matches, alongside finals for 15 individual sports.
Full list of LA28 Olympics sports
View the full list of sporting events for LA28 below.