🏅 Guide to the Olympics: LA28 in Orange County

The 2028 Olympics are officially being hosted in Los Angeles, but some Orange County locations will host competitions and welcome visitors as well.

Opening Ceremony: July 14, 2028

LA28 Olympics run July 14–30, 2028 with the Paralympics August 15–27, 2028

Olympic Sports in Orange County

🏐 Volleyball at Honda Center in Anaheim

• What’s happening: Indoor Volleyball competitions
• Where it’s at: Honda Center | 2695 East Katella Avenue, Anaheim, CA 92806

🏄 Surfing at Trestles Beach in San Clemente

• What: LA28 Olympic Surfing competition
• Where: Trestles Beach | 3929 S El Camino Real, San Clemente, CA 92672 (General area. Trestles is located between San Onofre State Beach and San Clemente)

Tickets for LA28 Olympics

While they aren’t on sale yet, the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games will offer official tickets and hospitality experiences for fans around the world. Here’s what we know so far about how to secure your spot and what prices to expect.

• Ticket Registration Opens January 14, 2026: This is when you can register to be part of the ticket purchase process. Note that registration does not guarantee that you will be selected to purchase tickets. You will be notified if you are selected.
• Olympic Games Tickets on Sale: Throughout 2026, after registration begins.
• Paralympic Games Tickets: Tickets for the Paralympics will go on sale after the Olympics and will be available in 2027

Sign up for the official LA28 newsletter to get notified when registration opens.

LA28 has announced early pricing details:

General Admission Start Price: Tickets for the Olympic Games will start at $28, reflecting the year of the Games, and designed to be accessible to fans. Prices increase from there, and there will be a range of ticket prices will be available, so you can choose sessions and sports that fit your budget.

How Ticket Purchasing Works

LA28 is using a registration and ticket draw system to help manage high demand fairly. This system is intended to give all fans a fair chance to purchase tickets without overwhelming online sales platforms.

1. Register for tickets on la28.org when the registration period opens.
2. Receive Notification if you’re selected and get a purchase time slot.
3. Buy Tickets during the designated drop window.

Group & Local Tickets

LA28 will also offer:

• Group ticket options for large parties and schools.
• Early local access to ticket registration for residents near venues. This means Southern California residents may get first opportunities to buy before general sales.

Hospitality Packages

LA28 will offer Hospitality Packages with premium experiences through the official provider On Location:

• What’s Included: Tickets plus premium seating, private lounges, dining, curated services, and often travel benefits.
• When Available: Packages will go on sale in early 2026 on a first-come, first-served basis.

LA28 Olympic Games in Southern California

Competitions and events for LA28 Olympics will be spread across venues and destinations in Los Angeles, Long Beach, Anaheim, Pomona and Southern California beaches. The 2028 Olympic Games will use over 40 competition venues without building new permanent sites, to support the mission of sustainability. Here’s a look at the featured events and the area venues that will be hosting.

Olympic Sports Featured at LA28

LA28 Paralympic Sports

Get The Full Schedules Here:

• Olympic Sports Schedule
• Paralympic Sports Schedule

LA28 Olympic Venues

LA28 Paralympic Venues

The Olympic Experience Guide to Orange County

The 2028 Olympics with draw millions of visitors to Southern California, including Orange County. Here’s a guide to some of the best places to stay as well as things to see and do in the local area.

OCVibe

Currently in the development stage, OCVibe is a lifestyle and entertainment zone anchored by the Honda Center, and near additional venues like Angel Stadium and the Grove of Anaheim.

Hotels In Orange County

• Best Beach Resorts In Orange County
• Best SoCal Resort Pools
• Hotels near Disneyland in Anaheim
• Newport Beach Hotels
• Marriott Coast Newport Villas
• Great Wolf Lodge
• The Pendry Hotel Newport Beach

Orange County Beaches

• Best Beaches In Orange County
• Beaches in Dana Point
• Beaches in Huntington Beach
• Beaches in Laguna Beach
• Beaches in Newport Beach
• The Wedge: Newport Beach
• Beaches in San Clemente
• Beaches in Seal Beach
• Crystal Cove State Park
• Doheny State Beach
• San Onofre State Beach
• Beaches with Bonfire Pits
• Best Tide Pools In Orange County
• Best Surf Spots in Orange County
• Scuba Diving & Snorkeling In OC

Things To Do In Orange County 

• Whale Watching In Orange County
• Fishing In Orange County
• Restaurants With A View In Orange County
• Best Rooftop Bars & Restaurants
• Best Orange County Food Halls
• Orange County Breweries
• Best Themed Restaurants
• Wine Tasing in Orange County
• Live Music Venues in OC
• Orange County Fair & Event Center
• Wild Rivers Water Park
• Celebrity Spots & Hangouts
• Museums & Children’s Museums
• Family Attractions In OC
• Disneyland
• Knott’s Berry Farm

Stay tuned for updates about the LA28 Olympic Games!!

Heidi

Deal

Heidi Deal is the author of the Newcomers Handbook to Living In Los Angeles & Orange County, and a children’s book author specializing in history and human rights. When she's not writing you can find her solo hiking and going on new adventures with her kids and pup.