Dates of LA 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games confirmed

Olympics to take place from 14th to 30th July 2028 in the American city, with Paralympics following in August.

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Make sure you're free on the 14th July 2028.

That's the date the LA 2028 Olympics will officially begin, organisers have announced.

The Games in Los Angeles will run until 30th July 2028, with the Paralympics following from 15 to 27 August 2028.

It'll be the third time the American city has hosted the Olympics.

International Olympic Committee (IOC) President Thomas Bach was in LA for announcement of the dates, saying: "I have been really impressed by the progress and creativity of the LA28 team.

"They are using the power of the Olympic Games to inspire young people to get involved in sport, and we are very proud of LA28’s investment of USD 160 million in support of youth sports in Los Angeles.

"Six years before the Opening Ceremony of the Olympic Games Los Angeles 2028, this is already a significant Games legacy, making a difference in the lives of over a hundred thousand children. It will help to bring new fans to Olympic sport and leave a sporting legacy for generations to come.

"When the LA28 Games begin on 14 July 2028, I know that those children like all the citizens of Los Angeles will be inspired by having the world’s best athletes competing in an Olympic Games at home in their own city.”

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