Excitement is building around the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles as organizers have opened ticket registration for the first time, giving fans around the world a chance to secure seats for one of the most anticipated sporting events in history. The LA28 ticket registration period began on January 14, 2026, and will run until March 18, 2026. Fans who register will be entered into a lottery-style draw that assigns them a time slot to purchase tickets once sales begin later this year.
The 2028 Games are scheduled to take place from July 14 to July 30, 2028, with competition in some sports starting as early as July 12. The Paralympic Games will follow from August 15 to August 27, 2028.
Registration for the ticket draw does not involve payment or guarantee tickets. Instead, it gives people a chance to be randomly assigned a time slot to log in and buy tickets in April 2026. The ticket process is designed to give fans a fair opportunity to secure seats for events, including the opening and closing ceremonies, athletics, swimming, gymnastics and more.
Organizers say approximately 14 million tickets will be released for both the Olympics and Paralympics, surpassing the 12 million sold for the 2024 Paris Games. Ticket prices will start as low as $28, with about one-third of all tickets priced under $100 to encourage affordability and wide participation.
There’s a special advantage for local residents in areas hosting events. People living in Greater Los Angeles counties including Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino and Ventura and parts of Oklahoma where events like canoe slalom and softball will be held can qualify for a locals-only presale. To be eligible, they must register for the draw by March 18. If selected, they can access the early purchase window from April 2 to April 6, 2026.
Selected registrants will receive their assigned time slot notification via email between March 31 and April 7. The main ticket purchasing phase will then run from April 9 to April 19, 2026. If someone doesn’t secure tickets in the first round, they often remain in the pool for future ticket drops.
Organizers emphasise inclusivity and accessibility. “These games belong to everyone,” said Casey Wasserman, LA28 Chairman, highlighting the effort to keep prices low and the process fair for all.
Fans are advised to register early, plan travel and accommodations in advance, and stay updated with official announcements as the ticketing schedule progresses toward the main sale.
