When are the next Olympic Games and where will they take place?
The 2028 Summer Olympics will be held in Los Angeles, United States, marking the 34th edition of this prestigious event from July 14 to 30.
This event will be a historic moment in Olympic history, as it will be the third time that Los Angeles has hosted the Olympic Games, having done so in 1932 and 1984. This repeat makes Los Angeles one of the cities of the few in the world to host the Olympic Games three times, joining cities such as London and Paris.
Los Angeles has a rich Olympic history that has left a lasting legacy. The 1932 Olympics introduced the medal podium and the use of the Olympic Village, while the 1984 Olympics stood out as a financially successful event thanks to the use of already existing facilities and the involvement of private sponsors.
Los Angeles 2028 aims to follow this model, using already existing infrastructure to a large extent and focusing on sustainability and financial efficiency.
It is hoped that these games will be an example of how a modern city can host an event of this magnitude without resorting to expensive new construction that often results in unused facilities after the games.
One of the prominent features of Los Angeles 2028 will be the use of world-class sports facilities that are already in operation. This includes iconic stadiums and other venues that have been renovated or upgraded to suit the needs of the event.
Some of the main places include:
Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum: This iconic stadium hosted the 1932 and 1984 Games, and will be one of the main venues again for 2028.
SoFi Stadium: Opening in 2020, this ultra-modern stadium will be an important venue for opening and closing ceremonies as well as athletics events.
Staples Center: This stadium will serve as a venue for basketball and other indoor sporting events.
UCLA Campus: Will house the Olympic Village, providing housing and services for athletes.