The countdown to the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games just turned serious for fans. Ticket registration for LA28 opens January 14, 2026, giving supporters their first opportunity to enter a random draw that can lead to a chance to purchase tickets when sales begin in April. Organizers promise at least 1 million tickets priced at just $28 and roughly one-third under $100, making these Games accessible to a broad audience. Locals living near venues will also enjoy a presale window before general ticket drop windows, yet many finer details — like premium pricing and limits per buyer — are still forthcoming.
When and How LA28 Tickets Go on Sale
Ticket registration for LA28 begins January 14, 2026, with fans entering a random draw for purchase time slots. Tickets start at $28, at least one million are slated at that price, and early access is available for locals in select counties ahead of the April 9-19 sales period. Full public sales and more details will roll out through 2026.
LA28 Ticket Registration and Draw: The First Step
Registration Opens January 14, 2026
Starting January 14, 2026, fans can register for the LA28 Ticket Draw through the official LA28 ticketing website. Registration runs through March 18, 2026, and anyone 18 or older can sign up to be entered into a random lottery for ticket purchase time slots.
Here’s how it works:
- Register by March 18: Create a profile on the LA28 ticketing portal.
- Random Draw: After registration closes, organizers assign purchase time slots randomly.
- Ticket Drops Begin: Assigned slots allow you to buy tickets during scheduled purchase windows in April and beyond.
This ticket draw concept is designed to level the playing field, reducing the advantage of early clicks or bots and helping real fans secure tickets
Pricing, Availability, and What $28 Really Means
Affordable Base Prices
The organizing committee has emphasized affordability:
- At least 1 million tickets will be priced at $28.
- Roughly one-third of all tickets will be under $100.
This strategy reflects a push to make the Games more accessible to fans — especially compared with other major sports events and even prior Olympics — where ticket prices can escalate quickly.
Total Ticket Pool
LA28 plans to release around 14 million tickets covering both the Olympic and Paralympic Games, potentially setting a record for total ticket availability — surpassing the Paris 2024 Games, which saw about 12 million tickets sold.
Locals Presale: Priority Access for Nearby Residents
One of the most compelling aspects of the LA28 ticket process is local priority access:
- Residents of select counties surrounding key event sites will get a special early purchase window from April 2–6, 2026.
- To qualify, registrants must use a billing address with a local zip code in Southern California (including Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, and Ventura counties) or in adjacent Oklahoma counties (Canadian and Cleveland) tied to venues like canoe slalom and softball.
If locals don’t secure desired seats during the presale period, they will still be entered into the broader April ticket drop with everyone else.
This combination of local privileges and widespread ticket quantities illustrates LA28’s aim to balance wide public access with community representation.
Ticket Sales Timeline: Draw to Drop
January 14 – March 18, 2026
Register for Ticket Draw: Anyone can enter the lottery to secure a future purchase time slot.
March 31 – April 7, 2026
Time Slot Assignments Notified: Registrants will receive email notification of their assigned purchase window.
April 2 – April 6, 2026
Local Presale Window: Early access for eligible community residents.
April 9 – April 19, 2026
Ticket Drop 1 (General Purchase Window): Tickets go on sale in assigned slots, including the Opening and Closing Ceremonies.
After this initial drop, LA28 is expected to schedule additional ticketing releases later in 2026 as needed, but exact dates and full pricing tiers beyond the base $28 level have not yet been announced.
Sports, Events, and What You Can Buy Tickets For
While full details of venue seating maps and sport-specific ticket allocations haven’t been released yet, the LA28 Games promise over 800 events across 51 sports, running from July 14 to July 30, 2028, with some competitions beginning a day or two earlier.
Competitions will be spread across the greater Los Angeles region, including:
- Track & Field and Opening Ceremonies at the iconic LA Memorial Coliseum.
- Softball and canoe slalom events in Oklahoma City.
- A variety of indoor and outdoor sports in Orange County, Long Beach, and other host cities.
Because of this regional spread, ticket options will vary widely — from traditional Olympic finals and medal events to early-round qualifiers and community spectacle events.
Paralympic Tickets and Beyond
Tickets for the Paralympic Games (August 15–27, 2028) will go on sale in 2027; the exact dates have yet to be confirmed by LA28 organizers. These tickets will likely follow a similar tiered pricing and draw-based purchase system as the Olympic Games.
Tips For Fans: How to Maximize Your Chances
From years covering Olympic ticketing cycles and observing both the Paris 2024 and Milan Cortina 2026 systems, here’s how savvy fans are preparing:
- Sign up early. Registration for the ticket draw is free and the only entry point to buying in April.
- Ensure your billing address matches your zip code if you live in presale counties to get real early access.
- Plan travel and accommodation soon. Hotels and transport bookings typically fill far ahead of the Games and often before ticket purchase.
- Watch the newsletters closely. LA28 will communicate evolving rules, limits, and ticket tiers through email and its official site.
Even with the ticket draw system, demand is expected to far exceed supply — especially for high-profile finals — so strategy and preparation matter.
Conclusion: A Big Step for Fans and Fair Access
The LA28 ticketing process in 2026 is designed to balance fairness, accessibility, and local pride. With registration opening January 14, 2026, fans around the world get a first shot at securing seats for what promises to be an unforgettable Olympic Games. At least 1 million tickets starting at just $28 and special presale windows for locals reflect a community-focused approach, even as the full public on-sale and pricing structure will emerge over the coming months.
LA28’s combination of early registration, lottery-based ticket drops, and locally-centric access windows creates both anticipation and tactical planning — for fans, athletes, and global Olympic enthusiasts alike.
