US Looks Ahead to Los Angeles 2028 Summer Olympics

Organizers prepare to host over 11,000 athletes in 36 sports

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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As the 2026 Winter Olympics come to a close, attention in the United States is now turning to the upcoming 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles. Organizers are already preparing to host more than 11,000 athletes competing in 36 different sports for the highly anticipated event.

Why it matters

The 2028 Los Angeles Olympics will be the first Summer Games held in the US since the 1996 Atlanta Olympics. It represents a major opportunity for the city and country to showcase their ability to host a successful global sporting event on the world stage.

The details

With the 2026 Winter Olympics wrapping up, the focus has now shifted to the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles. Organizers are hard at work preparing the city's infrastructure, venues, and logistics to accommodate over 11,000 athletes competing across 36 different sports. This will be the first Summer Olympics held in the US since the 1996 Atlanta Games.

  • The 2026 Winter Olympics concluded in February 2026.
  • The 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles are scheduled to take place.

The players

Los Angeles

The city that will host the 2028 Summer Olympics, the first Summer Games held in the US since 1996.

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What’s next

Organizers will continue planning and preparing the city's infrastructure, venues, and logistics over the next several years to ensure a successful 2028 Summer Olympics.

The takeaway

The 2028 Los Angeles Olympics represent a major opportunity for the US to showcase its ability to host a global sporting event on the world stage for the first time in over 30 years.