At a Glance
- Ticket registration for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics opened on January 14, 2026
- Prices start at $28 and buyers can request up to 12 tickets per sport
- A locals-only presale runs April 2-6 for residents of six California and Oklahoma counties
- Why it matters: Fans must register by March 18, 2026 to enter the first lottery window that begins March 31
The race for seats at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics is officially on. Registration to enter the ticket lottery began January 14, 2026, giving sports fans their first shot at securing spots at the Games that will blanket Southern California from July 14-30, 2028.
How the Ticket Lottery Works
Prospective buyers must visit the LA28 website and sign up for the no-cost, no-obligation draw. Entries stay active for every future ticket release until a buyer hits the per-sport maximum.
Key dates:
- Registration closes: March 18, 2026
- Lottery notifications: March 31-April 7, 2026
- First purchase window: April 9-19, 2026
Those selected receive an email with a unique time slot to complete their order.
Pricing and Purchase Limits
Organizers have set the entry price at $28, with premium seats, private suites, and hospitality packages available at higher tiers. Most customers can buy up to 12 tickets per sport, though limits may shift by event. After the April window, additional ticket drops will follow; registering early is recommended because capacity could shrink in later rounds.
Locals Get First Crack
A dedicated presale celebrates communities closest to the action. Residents with billing addresses in the following counties qualify:
California counties
- Los Angeles
- Orange
- Riverside
- San Bernardino
- Ventura
Oklahoma counties
- Oklahoma
- Canadian
- Cleveland
The locals-only sale runs April 2-6, 2026, and uses the same registration deadline of March 18.
Venues Across the Region
The Games will unfold at landmarks old and new. The Memorial Coliseum-already the site of the 1932 and 1984 opening ceremonies-will share hosting duties with SoFi Stadium for the dual-venue opener, making it the first stadium in history to stage three Olympic opening nights.
Other confirmed locations:
- Venice Beach: triathlon, marathon and cycling starts
- Sepulveda Basin: 3×3 basketball and modern pentathlon
- USC Sports Center: rhythmic gymnastics
- Peacock Theater and Dodger Stadium: additional marquee events
LA28 CEO Reynold Hoover said in April 2025 that the plan “invites communities from across the region to celebrate the Games coming to their backyard.”
If You Miss the Lottery
Fans who strike out still have options. LA28 has named AXS and EVENTIM as preferred resale partners, so tickets will circulate on the secondary market. Volunteers can also register interest now; notifications about open positions will follow later.
Key Takeaways
- Register now-it’s free and keeps you in every future draw.
- Budget at least $28 per ticket and plan for a 12-ticket cap.
- Locals in eight counties can shop early April 2-6.
- Miss the first window? Additional releases and verified resale sites are coming.
The countdown to July 2028 is ticking; the next nine weeks will decide who gets first pick of the seats.
