Paris 2024 Olympic Opening Ceremony: Everything You Need to Know

Over 10,000 Athletes to Sail Down the Seine

The Paris 2024 Olympic Games will kick off with an unprecedented opening ceremony that will see over 10,000 athletes sail down the Seine River.

Largest-Ever Olympic Opening Ceremony

The ceremony, which will take place on Friday, July 26th, 2024, will be the largest-ever Olympic Opening Ceremony, surpassing the previous record set by London 2012.

Start Time and Broadcast

The Opening Ceremony will begin at 19:30 CEST (1:30 PM ET) and will be broadcast live on NBC and Olympic Channel.

The BBC will also provide live coverage of the ceremony for UK viewers.

Spectacular Journey

The three-hour ceremony will take the world on a journey through French history and culture, showcasing the country's rich heritage and modern innovations.