Sports fans around the globe can now take the first step towards securing their place at the largest Olympic Games in history. Registration for the official ticket draw for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games opened on Wednesday, 14 January 2026.
Key Dates and Details for the LA28 Ticket Draw
The registration process began at 10 a.m. ET (3 p.m. GMT) on the opening day. This draw offers the initial opportunity for the public to request tickets for the Games, which are scheduled to run from 14 July to 30 July 2028. The event promises to be a monumental spectacle, featuring over 11,000 athletes competing across 51 different sports.
Organisers LA28 have announced an unprecedented release of 14 million tickets for the combined Olympic and Paralympic Games. In a move to enhance accessibility, single tickets will start at an affordable $28. A significant fundraising campaign has also been launched with the aim of providing free tickets to local residents who live in close proximity to the competition venues.
Early Access and How to Register
While the general registration is now live, there is a special early access window for certain communities. Residents of specific areas within Los Angeles and Oklahoma City have until 18 March to register for a priority chance to purchase tickets. This exclusive early access sales period will then take place between 2 April and 6 April.
For the wider public, registering for the draw does not guarantee tickets but places fans in a queue for a chance to buy them when their turn arrives. The process is designed to manage the high demand expected for the first Summer Olympics in the United States since 1996.
What This Means for Fans and the Games' Legacy
The opening of ticket registration marks a major milestone on the road to LA28. The commitment to releasing a record number of tickets, coupled with the low entry price point and community ticket initiative, underscores the organisers' focus on creating an inclusive and widely attended event. The success of this initial draw will be a crucial indicator of global public interest in the Games, which aim to set a new benchmark for scale and spectator engagement in Olympic history.
Prospective attendees are encouraged to register promptly through the official LA28 channels to avoid missing this primary opportunity to be part of the sporting spectacle.
