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2028 LA Olympics: Full Sport Schedule Released Three Years Before OpeningWith exactly three years to go until its July 14, 2028 opening, the LA Organizing Committee released its first day-by-day event schedule on Monday (July 14). While adjustments may follow, the core framework is now set, covering 50 sports or disciplines.

July 22, 2025, 2:57 pm EDT

 

Key details from the schedule (dates include rest days):

 

  • Early-start team sports: As tradition, baseball, cricket, football, handball, field hockey, and rugby sevens will kick off first on July 12—two days before the opening ceremony.
  • Extended competitions: Basketball (5×5) leads with an 18-day run (July 12–30), followed by field hockey (17 days) and handball (16 days).
  • Shorter events: Trampoline gymnastics (July 20) and surfing (July 15–18) have the briefest schedules, at 1 and 4 days respectively.
  • Oklahoma City events: Canoe slalom (July 14–22, 9 days) and softball (July 23–29, 7 days) will be held outside LA.

 

This schedule offers early planning tools for fans and athletes, balancing long-running team sports with compact individual events. As preparations advance, the 2028 Games are taking shape—blending tradition with the logistical demands of a global multi-sport event.