2028 Summer Olympics—officially the Games of the XXXIV Olympiad, commonly branded as LA 28

August 26, 2025

 2028 Summer Olympics—officially the Games of the XXXIV Olympiad, commonly branded as LA 28



Overview

  • Host City: Los Angeles, USA, running July 14 to 30, 2028 WikipediaThe Guardian.

  • Significance: LA becomes the first U.S. city to host the Summer Olympics three times (after 1932 & 1984), joining London and Paris in that distinction—and the first non-European city to do so WikipediaNewsweek.

  • Ceremonies: For the first time ever, the opening ceremony will take place simultaneously at two venues—LA Memorial Coliseum and SoFi Stadium—in a historic dual-stadium format; the closing ceremony will be at the Coliseum The Guardian.

Sports & Venues

  • Sports Program:

    • 351 medal events across 36 sports Wikipedia.

    • New optional sports include flag football and squash (making its Olympic debut), while cricket returns after more than a century WikipediaWikiMiniThe Guardian.

  • Notable Sport Highlights:

    • Squash: Held at Universal Studios Lot, with separate men's and women's individual events (16 players each) Wikipedia.

    • Cricket: A return in T20 format, featuring both men's and women's tournaments with six teams each. Held at Fairplex, Pomona, from July 12–29 Wikipedia.

    • Athletics: At LA Memorial Coliseum, including the new mixed 4×100 m relay for gender equality Wikipedia.

    • Other new/core sports: Skateboarding, sport climbing, surfing continue as full Olympic sports WikiMiniEverything Explained Today.

  • Venue Highlights:

    • Dodger Stadium: Baseball Reuters.

    • Venice Beach: Triathlon Reuters.

    • Alamitos Beach: Beach volleyball Reuters.

    • Trestles Beach (San Clemente): Surfing venue known for elite waves Reuters.

    • Universal Studios Lot: Squash ReutersWikipedia.

    • Fairgrounds in Pomona: Cricket ReutersWikipedia.

    • Peacock Theatre and The Arena (Downtown LA): Boxing prelims and finals respectively ReutersWikipedia.

    • Other disciplines scattered across existing venues such as UCLA, USC, Long Beach, Anaheim, and more, focusing on minimizing new construction People.comVoice of AmericaCBS News.

  • Sustainability & Infrastructure:

    • LA28 is a “no‐build” Games, relying largely on existing or renovated venues Voice of AmericaNewsweek.

    • Emphasis on public transportation and eco‐friendly preparations, including using rail extensions, new bus fleets, and a car-free policy around venues New York PostVoice of America.

Planning, Legacy & Governance

  • Bidding Path: LA initially bid for 2024 but agreed to take 2028 as part of a dual award process—Paris won 2024, LA accepted 2028 in 2017 Wikipedia.

  • Budget & Finance:

    • Estimated cost around $6.9 billion, mostly privately financed; LA city and California state serve as guarantors for financial shortfalls WikipediaTime Out Worldwide.

  • Legacy Goals:

    • “Energy Positive Games” initiative aims for more energy produced than consumed. Strong volunteer and community engagement programs already underway Olympics.

    • Mayor Karen Bass pushes for a car-free experience, prioritizing transit and congestion relief New York PostPeople.com.

Cultural Impact & Athlete Buzz

  • LA aims to inspire future athletes; marathon legend Joan Benoit Samuelson hopes the 2028 games spark renewed enthusiasm for distance running in the U.S. Reuters.

  • Simone Biles, gymnastics superstar, teased a possible return: when asked about LA 2028, she said “Never say never” The Sun.

In Summary

The 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles promise to be groundbreaking—honoring Olympic history while pushing forward with sustainability, inclusivity, innovative venues, and exciting new sports. With a focus on transportation efficiency, environmental responsibility, and cultural impact, LA 28 is shaping up to be both a modern and uniquely LA experience.

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