LA28 Olympics Ticket Sales Open Globally After Record Local Demand

Organizers say first week of local presales set a new record, signaling strong early interest in the 2028 Games.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 6:39pm

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Ticket sales for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics have opened globally after what organizers said was a record-setting first week of local presales, underscoring strong early demand for a Games that must rely heavily on private revenue. LA28 said it sold more tickets in the first week than any previous Olympic Games had.

Why it matters

The robust local ticket sales are an encouraging sign for the LA28 Olympics, which will be the first Summer Games since the COVID-19 pandemic and must generate significant private revenue to fund the event. Strong early demand could help LA28 organizers meet their financial goals and build excitement for the return of the Olympics to the United States.

The details

During the first week of local presales, LA28 organizers say they set a new record for Olympic ticket sales, outpacing previous host cities. The global ticket sales have now opened to the public, allowing fans around the world to secure their spots for the 2028 Games in Los Angeles.

  • The local presale for LA28 Olympics tickets took place in the first week of April 2026.
  • Global ticket sales for the 2028 Olympics opened on April 9, 2026.

The players

LA28

The organizing committee for the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles.

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What’s next

The LA28 organizers will continue to monitor ticket sales and work to build excitement for the 2028 Olympics in the lead-up to the event.

The takeaway

The strong early demand for LA28 Olympics tickets, especially from local fans, is a positive sign that the 2028 Games will generate significant private revenue and interest, helping to ensure the event's success.