Record Sign-Ups on Day 1 of LA28 Olympics Ticket Sales
In an impressive feat, LA28 reported over 1.5 million sign-ups for tickets to the 2028 Olympic Games within the first 24 hours of registration. This surge in interest came from 150 countries, marking the busiest opening day for ticket registrations in Olympic history.
Record Sign-Ups for LA28 Olympics Ticket Sales
The registration figures were remarkable, surpassing the combined total of initial sign-ups for previous Olympic Games: Tokyo 2020, Paris 2024, and Milan Cortina 2026. LA28 president Casey Wasserman highlighted the significance of this moment, suggesting it reflects a global enthusiasm for the upcoming games.
Key Dates and Registration Details
Ticket registration commenced at 7 a.m. PST on Wednesday, a strategic move by LA28 occurring 2.5 years before the Olympics start on July 14, 2028. This early launch led to high demand, with many fans experiencing wait times exceeding an hour due to technical issues in the virtual queue.
- Registration period: Open until March 18
- Lottery assignment emails: Sent from March 31 to April 7
- Presale for local residents: April 2 to April 6
- Public purchasing window: April 9 to April 19
Ticket Availability and Future Sales
LA28 plans to offer a total of 14 million tickets, aiming to break the record set by Paris 2024 for the most tickets sold. Tickets for the Paralympics, the first to be held in Los Angeles, will go on sale in 2027. Importantly, those already registered for Olympic tickets will automatically be entered into the Paralympic draw without needing to register again.
The enthusiasm generated by the launch of ticket sales signals a promising and exciting journey toward the LA28 Olympic Games, with fans around the globe eager to be part of this historic event.
