When Do Los Angeles Olympics Tickets Go on Sale?
The next general-public sale of LA28 Olympic tickets is confirmed for 2027, but LA28 has not announced an exact date or launch time. The 2026 ticket drops have ended. Watch the official LA28 ticketing site and newsletter for the next sale; Olympic tickets are expected to return first come, first served through LA28’s official ticketing service, AXS and EVENTIM. (la28.org)
If you are tracking big event dates, the key move now is simple: put LA28’s official updates on your calendar, then check the ticket page when an announcement lands. That helps you avoid stale countdowns, fake “early access” offers, and resale listings LA28 cannot verify. The Games are set for July 14–30, 2028; the Paralympic Games run August 15–27, 2028. (tickets.la28.org)
LA28 Ticket Timing and Official Availability
The next Olympic ticket sale is confirmed for 2027, but there is no confirmed sale date, time, or registration deadline yet. Drop 2 was the last general-public ticket drop of 2026; the upcoming Olympic sale is planned to be first come, first served. (la28.org)
That means there is no reliable “projected day” to mark down. LA28 has not announced a pattern such as a spring date or a specific month, so treating one as likely would be guesswork. The official site says refreshed Olympic inventory across sports will be included in the 2027 sale, subject to availability. (la28.org)
Here is the verified timeline so far. Times for ticket purchases were assigned individually, not set as one universal launch time for all buyers.
| Cycle or phase | Announcement date | On-sale dates | Platform | Verified price information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Local presale | January 14, 2026 registration announcement | April 2–6, 2026 | LA28 ticketing, powered by AXS and EVENTIM | Tickets started at $28 |
| Olympic Drop 1 | March 30, 2026 | April 9–19, 2026 | LA28 ticketing, powered by AXS and EVENTIM | Tickets started at $28; prices varied by event and category |
| Visa presale for Drop 2 | June 10, 2026 | July 29–31, 2026 | LA28 ticketing; selected Visa cardholders only | No single price applied across sessions |
| Olympic Drop 2 | June 10, 2026 | August 10–20, 2026 | LA28 ticketing, powered by AXS and EVENTIM | No universal price floor or discount range was announced |
LA28 announced the first registration period on January 14. Local access ran April 2–6, followed by Drop 1 from April 9–19. Later, the organizer announced Drop 2 for August 10–20 and a Visa presale for July 29–31. (la28.org)
For the next phase, use “2027, exact date not announced” in your calendar. Do not rely on previous drop schedules to predict a specific hour: earlier buyers received personal 48-hour purchase slots, while the 2027 Olympic sale is planned to work differently. (la28.org)
Registration, Purchase Windows, and Checkout
For the 2027 Olympic sale, LA28 says fans will not need to enter a ticket draw or receive a purchase slot. The organizer has not yet shared the sale date, opening time, detailed checkout steps, or any new registration deadline. (la28.org)
The earlier draw process is still useful context, but it is not the announced plan for Olympic tickets in 2027. In 2026, a draw selected people for assigned purchase windows. A local presale was limited to eligible residents in named counties, and the later Visa presale required qualifying Visa cardholder status. These past benefits should not be mistaken for upcoming access rules. (la28.org)
LA28 says the Paralympic ticket sale will also begin in 2027, through a first Paralympic Ticket Drop. It has not yet released that drop’s dates or participation terms. Sign up for the LA28 newsletter and check the official ticketing page for announcements, rather than assuming Olympic and Paralympic sales will open on the same day. (la28.org)
A draw entry, queue position, or time slot is not a ticket reservation. During past drops, buyers could purchase only while inventory remained, and a ticket added to a cart had a 30-minute checkout period. For the 2027 sale, follow the terms shown on the official site; do not assume the earlier 30-minute rule will stay unchanged. (la28.org)
Official Platform Rules, Fees, and Ticket Protection
Buy through the LA28 ticketing site or its official ticketing provider, AXS and EVENTIM. LA28’s current terms name those as authorized platforms; they also warn that tickets from other sources may be invalid and may not be accepted at the venue. (tickets.la28.org)
The announced starting price for tickets in the first 2026 sale was $28. That is a useful benchmark, not a promise that every sport, session, seat category, or future release will include a $28 ticket. LA28 has not published a universal “rock-bottom” price for the 2027 sale; check the event listing for the face value and full checkout total. (la28.org)
LA28’s ticketing FAQ says all-in pricing is displayed during shopping, with a breakdown of service fees at checkout. Fees and any applicable taxes are part of the amount due, so compare the full total before paying. Do not count on coupons, cashback, or price adjustments: LA28 has not announced those as general ticket discounts. (la28.org)
For the 2026 drops, the stated standard limit was 12 tickets across Olympic events, plus up to 12 soccer tickets; ceremony tickets had a four-ticket cap and counted toward the general limit. LA28 says 2027 Olympic first-come, first-served sales will have no purchase maximum, and the first two drops’ caps will be removed. Recheck the terms when sales open in case rules change. (la28.org)
Step-by-Step Purchasing Playbook
The strongest preparation is practical: use one official account, keep your contact and payment details current, and make a short list of sessions you would actually attend. Registration by itself never guarantees tickets, and the 2027 sale is not yet open. (la28.org)
Before the sale
- Bookmark the official LA28 ticket page and subscribe to its newsletter. Use the official site for the sale date and any access instructions. (la28.org)
- Sign in to your existing account or follow LA28’s account instructions. Use accurate contact details and avoid opening duplicate accounts; LA28’s terms prohibit multiple purchasing accounts. (tickets.la28.org)
- Choose a few preferred sessions and backup options. Check the venue and event time, and leave room for travel between venues.
- Set a reminder as soon as LA28 confirms a date and time. The date has not yet been announced, so any third-party countdown may be out of date.
On sale day
Enter through the official LA28 page or the link it provides. Compare the session, ticket category, quantity, and final total before paying. In earlier drops, buyers selected a price category, not an exact seat; seats were assigned closer to the Games. (la28.org)
Do not run automated buying tools or try to bypass access controls. LA28’s terms prohibit bots and say an incomplete order or refused payment can lead to cancellation. If checkout presents a time limit, follow the current on-screen instructions rather than relying on the 2026 process. (tickets.la28.org)
After checkout
Look for the order confirmation in your email and official account, then save the receipt. Tickets are scheduled for digital delivery through the LA28 Ticketing App, with delivery closer to the event; physical tickets are not accepted for entry. Check the current terms and app instructions before travel. (tickets.la28.org)
Order Confirmation, Delivery, and Resale Verification
Do not expect a reliable resale price-drop curve yet. LA28 says its verified resale program will open in 2027, and resale listings before that launch are not verified by the organizer. That makes waiting for the official network safer than buying a speculative listing now. (la28.org)
LA28 has named its official secondary marketplace, AXS and EVENTIM, as well as verified partners Ticketmaster and Sports Illustrated Tickets for its resale network. The organizer says these platforms will not list or sell LA28 resale tickets until the program opens in 2027. Avoid claims that a seller can guarantee a ticket or get you around the official process. (la28.org)
The current ticket terms allow eligible transfers only through official platforms and subject to LA28’s rules. If a recipient accepts a transfer, the sender cannot reverse it. Read the transfer and refund terms before handing a ticket to someone else; LA28 generally treats ticket sales as final except for listed event changes or cancellations. (tickets.la28.org)
Real-World Purchasing Scenario and Strategy Breakdown
Drop 1 shows why it pays to plan early and keep backup sessions ready. LA28 reported that more than four million tickets were purchased in April 2026, while roughly half a million $28 tickets and 95% of Drop 1 tickets priced under $100 went to local residents during the presale. (la28.org)
A buyer outside the eligible local counties could not use that local window simply by signing up; eligibility depended on the billing postal code. A common mistake would be treating the $28 starting price as a promise of low prices for every high-demand final. LA28 said pricing varied by sport, competition stage, and category. (la28.org)
For the next sale, I would set a priority order: preferred event, acceptable backup session, then a maximum total budget. Once the date is announced, sign in early, use only the assigned official route, and compare the full price before checkout. If the first choice is gone, take a moment to check backups rather than buying an unsuitable session in a rush.
Frequently Asked Questions
When do LA28 Olympic tickets go on sale again?
LA28 says the next general-public Olympic ticket sale will be in 2027, on a first-come, first-served basis. The organizer has not announced an exact date or time. Check tickets.la28.org and LA28’s newsletter for the confirmed schedule. (la28.org)
Did I miss the 2026 ticket sale?
The second and final general-public drop of 2026 ran August 10–20. LA28 says more Olympic tickets will be available in 2027, including refreshed inventory across sports, subject to availability. (la28.org)
Will the 2027 Olympic sale use a lottery?
No draw is planned for the 2027 Olympic sale. LA28 says Olympic tickets will be offered first come, first served, so buyers will not need a draw entry or assigned time slot. (la28.org)
What time will LA28 tickets go on sale?
LA28 has not announced the 2027 sale’s opening time or time zone. Earlier 2026 drops used individually assigned purchase windows, so those times do not establish a universal time for the next sale. Wait for LA28’s official notice. (la28.org)
How much do LA28 tickets cost?
Tickets in the first 2026 sale started at $28, but prices varied by sport, session, and ticket category. LA28 has not announced 2027 prices. Use the official listing and checkout total, including disclosed fees and taxes, as your guide. (la28.org)
Is there a Visa presale for the 2027 Olympic sale?
No 2027 Visa presale has been announced. A qualifying Visa cardholder presale took place July 29–31, 2026, before Drop 2. Do not assume that earlier presale or its rules will return next year. (la28.org)
Where should I buy official LA28 tickets?
Use the official LA28 ticketing site or the official AXS and EVENTIM platforms. LA28 warns that tickets from other sources may be invalid and may not be accepted for entry. Confirm the seller through LA28 before paying. (tickets.la28.org)
Can I safely buy LA28 resale tickets now?
LA28 says its verified resale program will open in 2027. Tickets listed for resale before the program launches have not been verified by LA28, so the organizer advises fans to wait for its official resale channels. (la28.org)
When do Paralympic tickets go on sale?
LA28 says the first chance to buy Paralympic tickets will come in 2027 through a Paralympic Ticket Drop. The date, time, and registration rules have not been announced. Follow the official ticket page for those details. (la28.org)
(This article was written by one of our staff writers, Michael T. Hargrove. Visit our Meet the Team page.)
