Los Angeles 2028 Olympic ticket registration opens with affordable prices starting at US$28 By Jeronimo Santos
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The organizing committee of the Jogos Olímpicos of Registration remains available until March 18th on the official website la28.org and allows fans from all over the world to participate in a draw to define purchase times. The initiative aims to guarantee broad access to the events, with starting prices of US$28 and priority for residents of regions close to the competition venues.
Demand recorded an immediate increase shortly after the system opened, causing delays of more than an hour in some processing. Participants will receive notification by email from March 31st about the drawn time for purchase. The process emphasizes inclusivity, especially for southern Califórnia and Oklahoma City communities.
Registration only requires a single registration per person, also valid for Jogos Paralímpicos in 2028. Quem not using the maximum ticket limit in the assigned period automatically enters subsequent draws.
- Registration period: January 14th to March 18th, 2026
- Notification of schedules: from March 31st
- Start of sales: April 2026
- Limit per person: up to 12 tickets for Olympic events
Registration and draw process
Registration takes place exclusively via the la28.org website and does not require an initial payment. Fans enter basic data and, if they live in priority areas, enter the corresponding zip code to validate access to pre-sales.
The draw distributes random times to avoid overloading the sales system. Essa mechanics adopts practices similar to recent editions of Jogos and seeks to balance opportunities between local and international participants.
Residents of the counties of Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, Ventura, San Bernardino, in addition to Oklahoma, Canadian and Eles need to confirm the zip code when registering and at the time of purchase.
Priority Purchase Periods
The first sales window is reserved for local residents and takes place between April 2nd and 6th, 2026. Essa phase allows early access to sessions at nearby venues, encouraging community participation.
Then, the general public has the opportunity from April 9th to 19th. Additional Períodos open depending on availability, with the possibility of remaining tickets in later batches.
Organizers recommend immediate registration to maximize chances at popular events. Sessões in high demand may sell out quickly in the early stages.
Sales for the Jogos Paralímpicos only start in 2027, but use the same current registration.
Ticket prices and options
Individual tickets start at $28, with one million tickets set at that price across all sports. Aproximadamente one-third of the total 14 million tickets cost less than US$100.
This policy reflects a commitment to accessibility, announced by the president of LA28, Casey Wasserman. Ele highlighted that Jogos must belong to everyone, prioritizing host communities.
Premium hospitality options will be available, but the focus remains on affordable entrees. Detalhes full prices per session are published in April, at the start of sales.
Main event locations
The 2028 Jogos Olímpicos are spread across several areas in the south of the Califórnia, using mainly existing facilities. Los Angeles concentrates the largest number of competitions, followed by Long Beach.
The opening ceremony takes place simultaneously at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum and SoFi Stadium on July 14, 2028. Essa double configuration marks innovation in Olympic history.
Other featured venues include Intuit Dome for basketball, Convention Center for fencing, judo and taekwondo, plus Venice Beach for skateboarding and 3×3 basketball.
- Downtown LA: multiple indoor sports
- Inglewood: Gymnastics and Basketball Final
- Long Beach: aquatics and handball
- Carson: rugby and field hockey
Competitions in Oklahoma City
Oklahoma City hosts softball and canoe slalom events, as part of the Jogos multi-city plan. Essas modalities use local facilities adapted for the event.
The city’s inclusion reflects a geographic distribution strategy and benefits communities far from the main center. Residentes in the region receives priority similar to that of Califórnia.
Competitions take place in specific venues, with infrastructure prepared to receive athletes and international audiences. Essa choice extends the Jogos’s reach beyond the west coast.
Dates and general structure of the Jogos
The Olimpíadas will take place from July 14th to 30th, 2028, with more than 36 sports and 51 disciplines. Os Jogos Paralímpicos will continue from August 15th onwards, marking the debut of Los Angeles as a Paralympic host.
The detailed calendar already defines medal sessions, including flagship finals at Coliseum. The schedule prioritizes times that are favorable to the global public and television broadcasting.
Organizers estimate record attendance, supported by the capacity of venues such as SoFi Stadium, which will host swimming in a temporary pool. Essa adaptation allows up to 38 thousand spectators in water events.
Accessibility and inclusion in Jogos
LA28 reinforces that the Jogos prioritize inclusion, with low prices and local priority. One million tickets at US$28 cover all modalities, democratizing access.
Communities in the south of Califórnia and Oklahoma City benefit directly from the pre-sale. Essa measure strengthens local ties and encourages participation by families and school groups.
The limit of 12 tickets per person balances distribution and avoids excessive resale. The additional draw system guarantees extra chances for those who do not use up their initial quota.
The 2028 Jogos almost exclusively uses existing venues, reducing costs and environmental impact. Essa sustainable approach aligns with modern Olympic guidelines and facilitates logistics for spectators.
Initial demand and expectations
The launch of registration saw a spike in access, with virtual queues and delays reported. Essa repercussion demonstrates global interest even more than two years after the event.
Organizers predict total sales of 14 million tickets, surpassing previous editions. The multi-phase strategy accommodates different audiences and schedules.
International fans fully participate in the draw, with no restrictions beyond the per account limit. The online process makes it easy to register from any country.
