Fans Can Register for Tickets to LA 2028 Olympic Games
Sports enthusiasts can now register for a chance to attend the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games, with ticket prices starting at a modest $28. This initiative marks a critical move towards making the Games accessible to a wider audience, with registration opening for a random ticket draw available for all events.
Affordable ticket pricing is significant in a climate where previous sporting events have faced criticism regarding high costs. LA 2028 organizers aim for these Olympic Games to be both inclusive and accessible, allowing fans from around the world to participate.
Key Developments
- Registration for the random ticket draw is open until March 18.
- One million tickets will be priced at $28, with approximately one-third of tickets costing less than $100.
- Selected fans will be notified by email and given a time slot in April to purchase tickets.
- The random drawing is designed to ensure fairness in ticket access, regardless of registration order.
- The opening and closing ceremonies will also have tickets available for purchase.
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Ticket Registration Process
Sports fans can sign up to enter a random draw by providing their name, email, and zip code. Once registered, fans will receive a designated time slot in April for purchasing tickets. While this time slot increases their chances, it does not guarantee availability. The initial sale of tickets will run from April 9 to April 19, including access to the opening and closing ceremonies.
Commitment to Accessibility
Casey Wasserman, chairman of LA 2028, emphasized the importance of making these Games affordable and inclusive for everyone. This announcement follows criticism over ticket pricing for the upcoming 2026 men’s football World Cup, which will also take place in the U.S. The LA 2028 officials reiterated their commitment to ensuring global accessibility to major sporting events.
Reactions at the Ceremonial Event
A ceremonial lighting event was held at the LA Memorial Coliseum, where numerous Olympians and Paralympians gathered. The Coliseum, a historical venue for past Olympics, will co-host the opening ceremony and track and field events in 2028. Allison Katz-Mayfield, LA28 chief, highlighted the random drawing mechanism as the fairest way to give fans equal opportunity for tickets, stating that registration order does not influence chances.
Context & Previous Events
This will be the first time the Olympics are hosted in the U.S. since Atlanta in 1996. Los Angeles previously hosted the Games in 1932 and 1984, utilizing its existing infrastructure for the forthcoming event. The 2024 Olympics in Paris began ticket sales with prices starting around $27.95.
