LA 2028 Olympics: The Complete Visitor Guide to Dates, Tickets, Venues and Getting There
Updated September 2026
The Los Angeles 2028 Summer Olympics run from July 14 to 30, 2028, the Games of the XXXIV Olympiad, spread across venues all over the LA area, from SoFi Stadium to the LA Memorial Coliseum.
Here is everything a visitor needs: the dates, what we know about tickets, where events are held, how US entry works for your passport, how to get around a very spread-out city, and how to stay online without a roaming bill.
The short version
- The LA 2028 Olympics run from July 14 to 30, 2028. The Paralympics follow from August 15 to 27, 2028.
- Events are spread across the greater Los Angeles area, using existing venues like SoFi Stadium, the LA Memorial Coliseum and Arena. There is no single Olympic Park, so plan for long distances between sessions.
- General ticket sales had not opened as of September 2026 and final prices are not confirmed. When they launch, buy only through the official LA28 channels, because resale scams follow every Olympics.
- Most home plans charge steep roaming rates in the US. A US travel eSIM you install before landing is the easy way to stay online for tickets, maps and rideshare across LA.
What is the LA 2028 Olympics
The LA 2028 Olympics are the Games of the XXXIV Olympiad, hosted by Los Angeles, USA. The main Games run from July 14 to 30, 2028, followed by the Paralympic Games from August 15 to 27, 2028. It is the third time Los Angeles has hosted the Summer Olympics, after 1932 and 1984.
Unlike a compact single-park Games, LA 2028 leans on existing stadiums and arenas spread across the region. Confirmed venues include SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, the LA Memorial Coliseum, Arena and the Long Beach waterfront cluster, with more sports assigned as planning firms up.
The official organizer is LA28, working with the International Olympic Committee. Always check dates, venues and ticketing through the official LA28 site, because event schedules and sport-by-venue assignments can still shift before 2028.
Tickets: what we know
As of September 2026, general ticket sales for the LA 2028 Olympics had not opened and final prices were not confirmed. When they launch, tickets will be sold through the official LA28 ticketing channels. Register your interest there to hear about on-sale dates first.
By analogy with past Olympics, expect demand-based pricing, session-by-session tickets, and hospitality packages, with the opening ceremony and finals costing far more than heats and preliminary rounds. Sign up early, because the most popular sessions sell out fast.
Every Olympics attracts fake ticket sites and unauthorized resellers. Only buy through the official LA28 channels and the authorized resale platform they name, and verify the web address before you pay. We will update this section with real prices and on-sale dates as soon as they are announced.
US entry: ESTA and visas by nationality
The United States runs its own entry regime. Whether you need a visa depends on your passport, and even visa-free visitors from Visa Waiver Program countries must get an approved ESTA before they fly. Sort this out early, because visa appointment waits can run into months.
| Nationality | Entry rule for a 2028 visit |
|---|---|
 Visa Waiver Program countries (most of the EU, UK, Japan, Australia, South Korea) | No visa, but you need an approved ESTA before you fly |
 Canada | No visa and no ESTA for most visits by air or land |
 Mexico | Usually needs a B-1/B-2 visa or a Border Crossing Card |
 India, China and many other nationals | Visa required: apply for a B-1/B-2 visitor visa well in advance |
If you hold a Visa Waiver Program passport, you still need an approved ESTA to board a flight to the US, and it carries a fee. Apply through the official government ESTA site well before you travel, not a lookalike that charges extra. If you need a full B-1/B-2 visitor visa instead, book your interview as far ahead as possible, since demand around the Games will be high.
Entry rules and fees change, so confirm the current requirements for your passport with the official US government sources before you book. Give yourself a buffer: apply for any ESTA or visa long before your flight rather than in the final weeks.
Getting to LA and around
Los Angeles is huge and its venues are far apart, so the biggest planning challenge is moving between sessions. Most international visitors fly into Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), though Hollywood Burbank, Long Beach and Ontario are useful alternatives depending on where you stay.
Metro rail and buses
LA Metro is expanding rail and bus service ahead of the Games, and organizers have described a transit-first, low-car plan. Verify the routes and any Games-time shuttles close to 2028, because networks are still being built out.
Rideshare and taxis
Uber and Lyft are everywhere in LA, but surge pricing and traffic around venues will be heavy on event days. You will want live maps and a working data connection to compare options in the moment.
From LAX
A people-mover connects LAX terminals to a new transit hub, linking the airport to the wider Metro network. Check the latest connections when you land so you are not stuck relying on a single option.
Games-time shuttles
Expect dedicated spectator shuttles and park-and-ride options between transit hubs and venues during the Games. Details will firm up nearer the event, so confirm them before you travel across the city.
Where to stay
Because venues are scattered, pick a base near the sessions you care about most rather than a single central spot. Downtown LA sits near the Coliseum and Arena cluster and has the best transit links, which helps if you plan to hop between events.
Inglewood is closest to SoFi Stadium, while Long Beach, Santa Monica and Pasadena each cluster around their own venues. Weigh the trade-off between nightly price, transit access and how far you are willing to travel each day.
Expect surge pricing and scarcity across July and August 2028. Book early to lock in a fair rate and a spot with good transit access to the venues on your ticket list.
Staying online: roaming and eSIM
In LA you will lean on your phone constantly: mobile tickets, maps between far-apart venues, rideshare apps and translation. Most home plans charge steep pay-per-day or per-megabyte roaming rates in the US, which adds up fast over a two-week trip. Do not assume your plan covers the US cheaply, because it usually does not.
You can buy a local US SIM on arrival, but that means finding a store, showing ID, and swapping cards while jet-lagged. A physical SIM also ties up your phone's single slot if you still need your home number.
A data-generous US travel eSIM you install before you fly is the easy way to stay online. You land at LAX already connected, with no store visit and no roaming bill, ready to pull up your ticket and book a ride the moment you clear customs.
For a two-week Games trip, plan for more data than you think: maps, video and constant rideshare lookups burn through it. It is cheaper to start with a larger US eSIM plan than to top up in a panic mid-trip, and you can install and activate it days before you fly.
Frequently asked questions
When is the LA 2028 Olympics?
The LA 2028 Summer Olympics run from July 14 to 30, 2028, the Games of the XXXIV Olympiad. The Paralympic Games follow from August 15 to 27, 2028.
Where is the LA 2028 Olympics held?
Events are spread across the greater Los Angeles area rather than one central park, using existing venues like SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, the LA Memorial Coliseum, Arena and the Long Beach cluster. There is no single Olympic Park, so expect long travel between sessions.
How much are tickets and when do they go on sale?
As of September 2026, general ticket sales had not opened and final prices were not confirmed. When they launch, tickets will be sold through the official LA28 channels. Expect demand-based pricing, with the opening ceremony and finals costing far more than early rounds.
Do I need a visa to visit the US for the Olympics?
It depends on your passport. Travelers from Visa Waiver Program countries (much of the EU, UK, Japan, Australia, South Korea and others) do not need a visa but must get an approved ESTA before flying. India, China, Mexico and many other nationals generally need a B-1/B-2 visitor visa, so apply well in advance.
How much data do I need for a Games trip to LA?
More than you expect. Between mobile tickets, constant maps across far-apart venues, rideshare apps and social sharing, data adds up fast over one to two weeks. Plan for more data than you think you need, since it is cheaper to buy a larger US eSIM plan up front than to top up mid-trip.
How do I get around LA during the Olympics?
LA is spread out and venues are far apart. Organizers describe a transit-first plan with expanded Metro rail and buses plus Games-time shuttles, but you will still lean on rideshare and live maps. Verify the routes close to 2028, and keep a working data connection so you can navigate on the day.
Will my phone work in the US, and is roaming expensive?
Your phone will work, but most home plans roam at expensive US rates, often a daily fee or steep per-megabyte charges. The easy fix is a US travel eSIM you install before you fly, so you land connected with no roaming bill and no store visit.
When should I buy and install my US eSIM?
Buy it before you leave home and install and activate it before you fly, so you are online the moment you land at LAX. eSIMs are delivered instantly by QR code or in-app, so there is nothing to ship and no need to queue at the airport.
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US roaming on a home plan is expensive, so an eSIMPal US eSIM is the easiest way to stay online across a spread-out LA. Install it before you fly and land at LAX with data, ready for mobile tickets, maps and rideshare, with no roaming bills and no store visit.
Last updated September 2026. Based on the official LA28 organizing committee, the International Olympic Committee, and US government entry sources for ESTA and visas. Tickets, venues, transport and entry rules can change, so confirm the latest details with an official source before you travel.
