See the Olympics schedule for the 2024 Paris Games (2024)

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By Aliza Chasan

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The 2024 Paris Olympicsare underway with a schedule full of sporting events. Here's everything you need to know about these Summer Games.

On Thursday,athleteswill vie for medals in 12 sports out of a total 22 that will be contested.

The Olympicsofficially opened in Paris on Friday, July 26, and continue through Sunday, Aug. 11, although some team events started on July 24. Theopening ceremony was held on the Seine river, which flows through Paris. The closing ceremony, which includes a parade of flags andathletes, will take place on Aug. 11.

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When was the opening ceremony for the 2024 Olympics?

The opening ceremony for the 2024 Summer Olympics was unique. According to organizers, the event was the first Olympic opening ceremony held outside a stadium. The Tokyo opening ceremonywas held in a largely empty stadium because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

In Paris, athletes were part of a parade of boats down the Seine River. The flotilla began at 7:30 p.m. local time on Friday, July 26, which was 1:30 p.m. Eastern in the U.S. and 10:30 a.m. on the West Coast. Heavy rain did not stop the festivities, which featured an estimated 94 boats traveling along the almost four-mile route.

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A spectacular light show lit up the Eiffel Tower, and performers included Lady Gaga and a rare appearance by Celine Dion to close out the show.

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Around 10,500 athletes representing 206 National Olympic Committees are taking part in the Games.

Around 120 heads of state, as well as dignitaries including first lady Jill Biden, royals and other leaders, also attended the opening ceremony.

When is the closing ceremony for the Paris Olympics?

The closing ceremony for the 2024 Summer Olympics will be on Sunday, Aug. 11, beginning at 2 p.m. Eastern, in the Stade de France. It will feature a parade of flags, a parade of athletes and victory ceremonies, among other events. Theclosing ceremony in Tokyolasted for about three hours.

When is gymnastics at the 2024 Paris Games?

Artistic gymnastics events are scheduled for July 27 to Aug. 1, and then again from Aug. 3-5. Rhythmic gymnastics events, a female-only event, are scheduled for Aug. 8-10. Artistic and rhythmic gymnastics test different skills and use different equipment.

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Women's artistic gymnastics, featuring athletes including U.S. starSimone Biles, involves four core events: beam, vault, uneven bars and floor exercise. Men's artistic gymnastics features eight events across six pieces of equipment: rings, vault, pommel horse, horizontal bar, parallel bars and floor exercise. There are two additional events to test the overall skill of the male gymnasts.

There are two categories of competition in Olympic rhythmic gymnastics, individual all-around women and group all-around women. It showcases skill, flexibility and musicality using balls, hoops, clubs and ribbons.

All trampoline gymnastics events are scheduled for Aug. 2, the day starts with the women's qualifications, followed by the women's final. Then comes the men's qualifications and the men's final later on Aug. 2.

When is soccer at the 2024 Paris Games?

Some who check the Olympic schedule for soccer may be confused: The sport is listed under football, as it is known in most of the world.

The events started before the official opening ceremony on July 26 because of the number of matches in the tournament. Matches are scheduled for most days during the Games, with the full listings and results available online.

An overview of the Olympics schedule for 2024

Competition began two days before the opening ceremony, on July 24, with preliminary rounds in archery, soccer, handball and rugby. The swimming events will run during the first week of the Games from July 27 through Aug. 4, with track and field events taking place from July 1 to Aug. 11.

The marathon is traditionally the last athletic event.

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While a full schedule is available online, the Paris Games organizers note that it is subject to change.

Thursday, Aug. 8

Friday, Aug. 9

Saturday, Aug. 10

Sunday, Aug. 11

Will the Olympics TV schedule be live or delayed?

There will be both live and tape-delayed coverage of the Olympics airing on TV. At least nine hours of coverage will be broadcast each day from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET on NBC and Telemundo. Some events will air on the USA Network, Golf Channel, CNBC and E!.

Peacockwill livestream events from the 2024 Olympics, including the opening and closing ceremonies and every Olympic basketball game.

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Aliza Chasan

Aliza Chasan is a Digital Content Producer for "60 Minutes" and CBSNews.com. She has previously written for outlets including PIX11 News, The New York Daily News, Inside Edition and DNAinfo. Aliza covers trending news, often focusing on crime and politics.

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FAQs

Where will the 2024 Olympics schedule? ›

When and where are the next Olympic Games? The Olympic Games Paris 2024 will take place in France from 26 July to 11 August.

What 4 sports will be added to the 2024 Olympic Games? ›

Skateboarding, sport climbing, surfing and breaking are four non-traditional sports that will be contested at the Paris Games. Breaking, also known as break dancing, is making its Olympic debut.

How many medal events in Paris 2024? ›

Current Medal Count for 2024 Paris Olympics

329 medal events. 32 sports.

How many days are the Olympics in Paris 2024? ›

The Olympic Games will take place from 26 July to 11 August 2024, when Paris will become the centre of the world—the world of sport, and so much more.

How many games are in the Paris Olympics in 2024? ›

The programme of the 2024 Summer Olympics features 329 events in 32 sports, encompassing a total of 48 disciplines.

Where are 2024 Olympics tickets? ›

They are only available through the official Paris 2024 ticketing website.

How many sports are there scheduled to be at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games? ›

The first Paralympic summer Games in the French capital will showcase 22 sports, including both individual and team sports. Every week, we will take a close look at one of the 22 sports on the Paris 2024 programme and share everything you need to know ahead of the Paralympics.

Which sport has been dropped from the Paris Olympics 2024? ›

Softball: hard luck

Similar to baseball, softball will also be missing in Paris. This sport shares much of baseball's history: both had a streak, but softball debuted in 1996 and continued until Beijing 2008. It was then excluded until its return in Tokyo 2020, but it will not be featured in Paris.

Why is breaking in the Olympics 2024? ›

Added to the Games as part of the IOC's drive to attract new and younger audiences, it joined skateboarding, sport climbing and BMX freestyle among urban sports on the schedule.

How much is a gold medal? ›

According to Forbes Australia, the Olympic gold medal weighs 529 grams. "The podium cost of a 2024 Olympic gold medal is approximately $950 based on the spot price of gold, silver and iron on the morning of July 24 and the amount of those materials that are used for the medal," per the outlet.

What big event is happening in Paris in 2024? ›

Here is a list of locations that will be hosting the Paris Olympic Games this 2024: Stade de France: Located in Paris's Saint-Denis district, this iconic stadium will be welcoming audiences to enjoy a jaw-dropping opening ceremony, as well as a closing ceremony to see off the games once they come to an end.

Who won the most gold medals in the Olympics in 2024? ›

First, yes, the U.S. is leading overall (at the moment) in both Olympic gold medals and total medals. American athletes, often cheered on by family who've made the trip to Paris, have mostly hit their marks and often outperformed expectations, garnering more than a hundred medals.

What is the last event in the Olympics in 2024? ›

The women's basketball gold medal game will be the last event played, with tip off scheduled for 9:30 a.m. EDT on Sunday at Bercy Arena.

What are the colors for the Paris Olympics 2024? ›

Blue, red, green and purple, with symbols alluding to the French art de vivre and iconic locations in France, the Look of the Games by Paris 2024 illustrates the country's wealth and diversity.

Why is Paris hosting the Olympics 2024? ›

Paris, the city known as "the city of light," is hosting the Olympics for the third time in history. The 2024 Paris Summer Games is an opportunity to shine a light on athletic prowess and reinforce France's connection to the Olympic movement.

Where are the 2024 and 2028 Summer Olympics? ›

Paris Olympics 2024 MEDAL TALLY

While Biles allowed she was officially retiring her eponymous Yurchenko double pike vault because I kind of nailed that one at the Paris Olympics, she didn't rule out a return to the Games when they move to Los Angeles in 2028.

Where is the closing ceremony for the Olympics 2024? ›

The closing ceremony is set for Sunday, Aug. 11 at Stade de France just north of Paris.

Where will I be able to watch the Olympics in 2024? ›

Stream every moment and every medal of the 2024 Paris Olympics on Peacock read more NBC News coverage of the Games and the athletes competing in Paris.

What countries are participating in the 2024 Olympics? ›

The delegations set to participate in the 2024 Olympics are:
  • Afghanistan.
  • Albania.
  • Algeria.
  • American Samoa.
  • Andorra.
  • Angola.
  • Antigua and Barbuda.
  • Argentina.
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