How can I buy tickets to the LA28 Olympic & Paralympic Games?
Q. How can I buy tickets to the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games?
A: Tickets are back on sale during the Visa Presale and Drop 2. If you registered for the LA28 Ticket Draw* by July 22, you will be entered for the chance to receive a time slot to purchase Olympics tickets. You will be notified by email if you were randomly assigned a time slot for the drop or presale.
If after registering once you are not selected for a time slot in any initial ticket drop or presale and/or have not reached your ticket purchase limit, don't worry! There will be more opportunities for the general public to purchase tickets in 2027. Sign up for the LA28 newsletter to get notified on the latest ticket updates.
Purchasers must be 18 years of age to register for the draw and purchase a ticket.
Q: What is the LA28 Ticket Draw? How do I register for a draw?
A: The LA28 Ticket Draw* is the process by which registered people are randomly selected for a time slot to purchase tickets during one of the ticket drops, and entering the draw is the first step to getting tickets to the LA28 Games.
To enter the draw, you must register for the draw by creating a profile during the designated registration period. Registration for the Drop 2 Draw is now closed and there is currently no active registration period. Subscribe to the LA28 newsletter to be notified about future ticket updates.
Q: What is the Visa Presale?
A: The Visa Presale is an early purchase opportunity ahead of Drop 2 available to qualifying* Visa cardholders who opt in to the Visa Presale Draw* and are randomly selected to receive a time slot. If, as of June 1, 2026, you have an active Visa card in good standing, you can opt in to the Visa Presale Draw. Registration for the Visa Presale Draw is now closed. Subscribe to the LA28 newsletter to get notified on the latest ticket updates.
During the Visa Presale, you will only be able to make your purchase using a Visa card.
Q: What is a registration period, and how long is each one?
A: A registration period is the allotted time to create a profile to enter the LA28 Ticket Draw* to be randomly selected for a ticket purchase time slot. Registration for the Drop 2 Draw is now closed. Sign up for the LA28 newsletter to receive the latest ticket updates.
Q: What is a time slot?
A: A time slot is the date and time you may be assigned to purchase tickets within a ticket drop or presale following registration for the draw*. Time slots are assigned to select individuals who have registered and are randomly selected. If you receive a time slot in the Visa Presale, you will be notified on July 27, 2026. If you don’t receive a time slot in the Visa Presale or only registered for the Drop 2 Draw*, you will be notified between August 6–7, 2026.
Q: What is a ticket drop?
A: A ticket drop is when groups of tickets are released and available to the public for purchase. Access to ticket drops is only possible by registering for the LA28 Ticket Draw* and being randomly selected for a time slot during the drop. The Visa Presale, an early purchase opportunity ahead of Drop 2 for qualifying* Visa cardholders randomly selected during the Visa Presale Draw*, takes place from July 29–31, followed by Drop 2 from August 10–20, 2026. Please note: registration for the Visa Presale and Drop 2 Draws are now closed, and there will be more opportunities for the general public to purchase tickets in 2027.
Q: Is it mandatory to register for the LA28 Ticket Draw if I want to buy tickets during a ticket drop?
A: Yes, you must register for the ticket draw* to be eligible to be randomly selected for a time slot to participate in a ticket drop. Registration for the Drop 2 LA28 Ticket Draw is now closed. Sign up for the LA28 newsletter to be notified about future ticket updates.
Q: Will entering the LA28 Ticket Draw guarantee I get a time slot to buy tickets?
A: No, you are not guaranteed a time slot if you register for the draw*. If you don’t receive a time slot for the ticket drop, don't worry! More tickets will be available to the general public in 2027. Subscribe to the LA28 newsletter to get notified on the latest ticket updates.
Q: What happens if I’m not selected to participate in a ticket drop? Do I need to re-register for the LA28 Ticket Draw?
A: If you did not receive a time slot, don't worry! More tickets will be available to the general public in 2027. Subscribe to the LA28 newsletter to get notified on the latest ticket updates.
Q: Do children need tickets to attend Olympic and Paralympic competition sessions?
A: Every person attending a ticketed LA28 Games competition session must have their own ticket, including children of all ages, without exception.
Q: Can I buy tickets if I live outside the United States?
A: Yes, subject to applicable law, you can buy tickets if you live outside of the United States.
Q: Does a ticket purchased to LA28 events guarantee me a visa if I’m traveling from outside the U.S.?
A: A ticket to the Games does not guarantee a visa. For all international travel related questions, please visit the U.S. Department of State website.
Q: How can I purchase accessible seating (wheelchair or disability-accessible seats) for the Games?
A: If you registered for the LA28 Ticket Draw* by July 22, you will be entered for the chance to receive a time slot to purchase tickets. During your assigned time slot, any available accessible seating options (including options available for accompanying persons) can be purchased directly through the ticketing platform. To see accessible ticket types click on "See all ticket types" within each ticket category on your desired session page. LA28 will comply with all applicable laws related to access for individuals with disabilities.
Attendees will not be required to present supporting documents at time of purchase.
Please note: Registration for the LA28 Ticket Draw is now closed. Sign up for the LA28 newsletter to get notified about the latest ticket updates.
Q: Can I buy Olympic and Paralympic tickets through a third-party seller?
A: If you see LA28 tickets for resale prior to the launch of LA28's official resale program, LA28 cannot verify the validity of those tickets. LA28 would advise waiting on reselling or buying LA28 resale tickets until our official resale program is launched and our verified resale platforms are activated next year.
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