LA 2028 Schedule Overview

The LA 2028 Games run July 14 – July 30, 2028. Here's the approximate weekly breakdown of competition:

Opening Week
July 14–16
Opening Ceremony (July 14) · Soccer, Archery, Shooting, Rowing, Cycling prelims begin
Week 1
July 17–22
Swimming heats & finals begin · Athletics track & field starts · Gymnastics qualifications · Basketball, Volleyball groups
Week 2
July 23–27
Athletics Finals (100m, marathon) · Gymnastics Finals · Boxing semis & finals · Soccer finals · Basketball semis
Closing Week
July 28–30
Basketball & Volleyball Finals · Athletics finals wrap up · Closing Ceremony (July 30)

Schedule Note: Venue assignments and schedule details for LA 2028 are subject to change. This page reflects the best available information as of 2026. The 4 new sports (Squash, Cricket, Flag Football, Lacrosse) were added for LA 2028.

Aquatics

SoFi Stadium Area / New Venues
Swimming
Aquatics Center (TBD)
July 17–28 · 35 events

The most-watched Olympic sport. 35 individual events across freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, butterfly, and medley. Stars like Katie Ledecky have dominated for years. Swimming finals are the most sought-after tickets.

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Water Polo
Aquatics Center
July 14–29 · 2 events

One of the oldest Olympic sports. Fast, physical, and incredibly demanding — players tread water for 7+ minute periods without touching the pool floor. US men and women are perennial contenders.

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Artistic Swimming
Aquatics Center
July 22–29 · 2 events

Formerly known as synchronized swimming. Teams and duets combine swimming, dance, and acrobatics to music underwater. A visually stunning event with incredibly athletic performers.

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Marathon Swimming
Open Water Course
July 24–25 · 2 events

10km open water race in LA-area waters. Grueling endurance test where swimmers battle currents, temperature, and each other in a 2-hour-plus race that's as much mental as physical.

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Athletics (Track & Field)

LA Memorial Coliseum
Track & Field
LA Memorial Coliseum
July 17–30 · 48 events

The centerpiece of the Games. Sprints (100m, 200m, 400m), middle distance, marathon, hurdles, relays, field events (high jump, long jump, shot put, javelin, discus, pole vault). The 100m Men's Final is the most watched moment in all of sport.

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Race Walking & Marathon
Street Course, LA
July 21–30 · 6 events

Marathon and race walking events take place on LA streets — a rare chance to watch Olympic athletes for free along the course route. The marathon finish inside the Coliseum is a historic moment.

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Ball Sports

SoFi · Rose Bowl · Crypto.com · Various
Soccer (Football)
Rose Bowl · SoFi Stadium · Other venues
July 14–29 · 4 events

Men's and women's tournament with national teams from around the world. The Rose Bowl hosted the iconic 1994 World Cup Final and 1984 Olympic Final. Women's soccer Final at SoFi Stadium could be the largest-attended Olympic event.

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Basketball
Crypto.com Arena
July 14–29 · 4 events

Team USA defending their gold medals in one of the world's most iconic basketball arenas. The Lakers' home court becomes the Olympic basketball floor — an experience no basketball fan should miss. Men's and women's tournaments.

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Volleyball
Long Beach Arena
July 14–29 · 2 events

Indoor volleyball for both men and women. Fast, athletic, and crowd-pleasing. Long Beach Arena is a world-renowned volleyball venue with a history of major international events.

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Beach Volleyball
Long Beach Beachfront
July 22–29 · 2 events

Sand, sun, and elite beach volleyball with LA as the backdrop. One of the most popular spectator sports at every Olympics. Outdoors on the Long Beach waterfront — an incredible atmosphere event.

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Rugby Sevens
SoFi Stadium
July 22–24 · 2 events

Fast, explosive 7-a-side rugby packed into a compressed tournament format. Fiji, New Zealand, and South Africa are perennial powerhouses. One of the most exciting ticket values at any Olympics.

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Field Hockey
Cal State Long Beach
July 14–29 · 2 events

High-speed team sport played on artificial turf. Netherlands, Australia, and Belgium dominate globally. Great preliminary round tickets available at excellent prices — a perfect introduction to Olympic sports.

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Badminton
Arena TBD
July 17–28 · 5 events

Don't underestimate badminton — elite players hit the shuttlecock at speeds exceeding 200mph. A shuttlecock sport with total athleticism. China and Indonesia dominate, but the US fields competitive players.

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Table Tennis
Arena TBD
July 17–29 · 5 events

Lightning-fast reflexes and superhuman hand-eye coordination. China has won nearly every Olympic table tennis medal in history. One of the most-watched events globally, particularly in Asia.

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Handball
Arena TBD
July 14–29 · 2 events

Fast-paced 7-a-side handball is a European powerhouse sport. Denmark, France, and Croatia lead the men's competition. High-scoring and physical — preliminary tickets are among the most affordable at any Games.

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Combat Sports

Crypto.com Arena · Various
Boxing
Crypto.com Arena
July 17–30 · 13 events

Olympic boxing at LA's most iconic arena. Both men's and women's weight classes across 13 events. The history of boxing in Los Angeles runs deep — this venue has seen some of the sport's greatest moments.

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Judo
Arena TBD
July 17–23 · 15 events

The "gentle art" of throws and grappling. Japan, France, and South Korea are traditional powerhouses. Fast-paced, technical, and thrilling to watch live — bouts can end in seconds with a perfectly executed throw.

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Wrestling
Arena TBD
July 22–28 · 18 events

Freestyle and Greco-Roman wrestling, plus women's wrestling. The US has a strong wrestling tradition and will compete across multiple weight classes. Raw, visceral athletic combat at its purest.

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Taekwondo
Arena TBD
July 22–25 · 8 events

Korea's national martial art, emphasizing kicks. Electronic scoring and transparent competition has made it one of the more accessible combat sports for new spectators. Fast, exciting, and visually spectacular.

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Gymnastics

Crypto.com Arena / Staples Area
Artistic Gymnastics
Crypto.com Arena
July 17–29 · 14 events

The gymnastics event. Floor, vault, beam, bars for women; rings, pommel horse, high bar, parallel bars, vault, floor for men. Team and individual competitions. US women's team has dominated for decades. Highest ticket demand of any gymnastics event.

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Rhythmic Gymnastics
Arena TBD
July 26–29 · 2 events

Individual and group performances with ribbon, hoop, ball, clubs, and rope. Russia and Bulgaria have traditionally dominated, though that dominance is now shifting. Graceful, artistic, and visually stunning.

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Trampoline
Arena TBD
July 24–25 · 2 events

Athletes launch 10 meters into the air performing twists and somersaults. Incredibly thrilling live — the height and speed are breathtaking in person. China and UK are consistent medal contenders.

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Cycling

LA Streets · Velodrome · Mountain Venues
Road Cycling
LA Street Circuit
July 14–16 · 4 events

Road race and time trial through LA streets and surrounding hills. Open to spectators along the route — an incredible free viewing opportunity. LA's terrain offers challenging climbs and fast descents.

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Track Cycling
Velodrome (TBD)
July 17–24 · 12 events

Banked oval track cycling at explosive speeds. Sprint, keirin, team pursuit, omnium, and madison events. British Cycling has dominated track cycling globally for two decades. Incredibly fast and exciting to watch live.

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Mountain Bike
Mountain Course TBD
July 22–23 · 4 events

Cross-country and downhill mountain biking on natural terrain. Southern California's mountains provide a spectacular natural venue. Physically brutal racing with athletes competing at the edge of control.

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BMX Racing & Freestyle
BMX Track TBD
July 19–22 · 4 events

Race and freestyle BMX. Freestyle (added at Tokyo 2020) includes jaw-dropping aerial tricks on a skatepark-style course. LA's action sports culture makes this a natural fit — expect enormous crowds.

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Water Sports

Rowing/Canoe Venue · Pacific Ocean
Rowing
Rowing Course TBD
July 14–23 · 14 events

One of the most demanding endurance sports. Eight-person eights, single sculls, coxed fours, and lightweight doubles. Germany, Great Britain, and New Zealand have been recent powerhouses. Spectacular venue atmosphere for finals.

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Canoe Sprint
Rowing/Canoe Course
July 24–29 · 16 events

Flatwater sprint kayak and canoe racing at distances from 200m to 1000m. Hungary and Germany consistently rank among the top nations. Fast and exciting with clear sightlines for spectators.

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Canoe Slalom
Whitewater Course TBD
July 17–21 · 5 events

Navigating gates on a whitewater course against the clock. C1, K1, C2, and kayak cross events. LA28 may use a purpose-built artificial course. Incredibly thrilling — boats flip, time penalties mount, and it all happens fast.

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Surfing
Teahupo'o, Tahiti (French Polynesia)
July 14–16

Following Paris 2024's success at Teahupo'o, LA 2028 is expected to return to Tahiti for surfing — the most iconic big-wave break in the world. A 7,000-mile side trip for the ultimate surf experience. Broadcast globally.

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Sailing
Long Beach Harbor / Pacific
July 14–26 · 10 events

Olympic sailing across multiple classes on the Pacific Ocean off Long Beach. ILCA (Laser), 470, 49er, Nacra 17 foiling catamaran, and windsurfer events. The Pacific Ocean provides challenging conditions for world-class sailors.

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Precision Sports

Rose Bowl · Dedicated Ranges
Archery
Rose Bowl
July 14–19 · 5 events

Recurve bow archery at 70 meters on the iconic Rose Bowl grounds. South Korea has been virtually untouchable in archery for decades. Incredible precision and focus — watch arrows hit the gold from across the stadium.

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Shooting
Shooting Range TBD
July 14–21 · 15 events

Rifle, pistol, and shotgun events across 15 competitions. An Olympic staple since 1896. Requires extraordinary stillness and concentration. China and South Korea dominate, but the US fields competitive shooters.

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Equestrian
Equestrian Venue TBD
July 17–27 · 6 events

Dressage, show jumping, and eventing (three-day event). The only Olympic sport featuring both human and animal athletes. Germany and the Netherlands lead globally. Eventing cross-country is spectacular to watch live.

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Weightlifting
Arena TBD
July 17–25 · 10 events

Snatch and clean-and-jerk across multiple weight categories. The purest test of explosive power in sport. China has dominated for decades, with emerging competition from across Asia and Europe. Surprisingly emotional to watch live.

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Racket Sports

Various Indoor / Outdoor Venues
Tennis
UCLA or USC Courts TBD
July 14–25 · 5 events

Olympic tennis draws the world's top ranked players. Singles, doubles, and mixed doubles on hard courts in LA. Novak Djokovic completed the Golden Slam in Paris — expect fierce competition for 2028 medals.

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Squash
Arena TBD
July 17–26 · 4 events (NEW)

NEW for LA 2028! Squash makes its Olympic debut after years of campaigning. Four events: men's singles, women's singles, and mixed and team events. Egypt, England, and Australia lead the world rankings. Glass-court venues make it spectacular to watch.

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NEW: Brand New Sports for LA 2028

Multiple Venues
Flag Football
SoFi Stadium
July 14–21 (est) · NEW

Olympic DEBUT at LA 2028! Non-contact flag football makes its Olympic debut on the ultimate stage — SoFi Stadium. Team USA is heavily favored in both men's and women's competitions. Expect massive American attendance and incredible atmosphere.

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Cricket (T20)
Venue TBD
July 14–22 (est) · NEW

Olympic DEBUT at LA 2028! T20 cricket makes its Olympic return for the first time since 1900. India vs. Pakistan matches could be the most-watched sporting events on Earth in 2028. Six men's and six women's teams compete.

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Lacrosse (Sixes)
Venue TBD
July 19–25 (est) · NEW

Olympic DEBUT at LA 2028! The 6-a-side Lacrosse Sixes format makes its Olympic debut. The US and Canada are favorites for men's gold; Haudenosaunee Nation will also compete. A major moment for the sport's indigenous roots.

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Additional Olympic Sports

Various Venues
Fencing
Arena TBD
July 17–27 · 12 events

Foil, épée, and sabre for men and women, plus team events. France, South Korea, and Italy have dominated modern fencing. Fast and technically precise — electronic scoring makes it easier than ever to follow.

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Skateboarding
Venice Beach / Park Venue
July 19–23 · 4 events

Park and street skateboarding — possibly with Venice Beach as the backdrop. This is skateboarding's backyard: LA is where the culture was born. Expect the US, Japan, and Australia to battle for medals in electric atmosphere.

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Sport Climbing
Climbing Venue TBD
July 17–22 · 4 events

Speed, bouldering, and lead climbing in combined and individual events. LA 2028 separates these formats for the first time (combined was Paris 2024). Slovenia, USA, and Japan have produced world champions.

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Breaking (Breakdance)
Venue TBD
TBD (Paris 2024 only)

Breaking made its debut at Paris 2024 but has not been confirmed for LA 2028. Check la28.org for updates. If included, it would showcase LA's enormous hip-hop and street dance culture on the Olympic stage.

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Triathlon
Ocean / Street Course
July 22–24 · 3 events

Swim-bike-run multi-sport event including individual and mixed relay. Pacific Ocean swim, coastal bike course, and street run. One of the most accessible events for spectators who can catch athletes on the run leg for free.

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Hockey
Field Hockey Pitch TBD
July 14–29 · 2 events

Field hockey for men and women. 16 national teams compete across pool play, quarterfinals, semifinals, and finals. Netherlands women and Australia men are the dominant programs. Fast and physical with great value tickets in early rounds.

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Modern Pentathlon
Multiple Venues
July 25–29 · 2 events

Five sports in one day: fencing, swimming, equestrian, and laser-run (shooting + running). The ultimate test of an all-around athlete, dating to the ancient Greek notion of the perfect soldier-athlete. Thrilling final laser-run stage.

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Gymnastics Acrobatics
Arena TBD
TBD

Part of the broader gymnastics program at Crypto.com Arena, acrobatic gymnastics features pairs and groups performing partner balances and dynamic throws. Crowd-pleasing and spectacular in a major arena setting.

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