Paris Olympics 2024: Date, schedule, opening ceremony, all you need to know

The Paris 2024 Olympics will take place from July 26 to August 11, followed by the Paralympics from August 28 to September 8. The International Olympic Committee awarded Paris the 2024 Games in September 2017. The venues are spread across the city and beyond.

New Sports

Breaking, a form of competitive breakdancing, will make its Olympic debut. Karate, which appeared in Tokyo 2020, will not be included. Baseball-softball will also be absent but is expected to return for Los Angeles 2028.

Where to Watch

In India, viewers can watch the Paris 2024 Olympics live on Sports 18 and Sports 18+ channels. Online streaming will be available on the JioCinema app.

Opening Ceremony

The opening ceremony on July 26 will be unique. Instead of a stadium event, there will be a river parade along the River Seine, ending at the Eiffel Tower. Around 300,000 spectators are expected to watch from the banks, with millions tuning in on TV.

The Paris 2024 Olympics promise to be a spectacular event with a mix of traditional and new sports, unique venues, and a grand opening ceremony.