2024 Paris Olympics
The 2024 Paris Olympics, known as the Games of the XXXIII Olympiad, will take place in Paris, France, from July 26 to August 11, 2024.
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2024 Olympics will feature 339 events across 32 sports.
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A total of 11,000 athletes are expected to compete.
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Over 5,000 medals will be awarded at the 2024 Games.
Key Facts about the 2024 Paris Olympics
Complete details about the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, France.
| Details | |
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| Host City | Paris, France |
| Dates | July 26 – August 11, 2024 |
| Events | 339 events across 32 sports |
| Athletes | Around 11,000 athletes from 206 National Olympic Committees |
| Medals | Over 5,000 medals to be awarded, including gold, silver, and bronze |
| Debut Event | Breakdancing will make its Olympic debut as an optional sport |
| Returning Events | Skateboarding, sport climbing, and surfing return from the 2020 Tokyo Olympics |
| Venue Highlights |
– Eiffel Tower Stadium for beach volleyball – Chateau de Versailles for equestrian and modern pentathlon – Élancourt Hill for mountain biking |
| Opening Ceremony | Held along the Seine River, with delegations parading in boats |
| Closing Ceremony | To take place at the Stade de France |
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Frequently Asked Questions
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When and Where are the 2024 Paris Olympics?
The 2024 Paris Olympics will be held from July 26 to August 11, 2024 in Paris, France. This will be the third time Paris has hosted the Paris Olympics, after 1900 and 1924.
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How Many Events and Sports will be Featured?
The 2024 Paris Olympics will feature 329 events across 32 sports, including 28 “core” Olympic sports and 4 new/returning sports – breaking (breakdancing), skateboarding, sport climbing, and surfing.
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How Many Athletes and Countries will Participate?
Around 10,500 athletes from 206 National Olympic Committees are expected to compete at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
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What are the Highlights of the Venues?
Some key venue highlights include the Eiffel Tower Stadium for beach volleyball, the Chateau de Versailles for equestrian and modern pentathlon, and Élancourt Hill for mountain biking.
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What are the Opening and Closing Ceremony Details?
The opening ceremony will be held along the Seine River, with delegations parading in boats. The closing ceremony will take place at the Stade de France.
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What are Some New and Returning Sports?
Breakdancing will make its Olympic debut as an optional sport in 2024. Skateboarding, sport climbing, and surfing will also return after debuting at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
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Who is the IOC President During the 2024 Olympics?
The 2024 Paris Olympics will be the final Olympics held during the IOC presidency of Thomas Bach.
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