Missed Out on LA28 Olympic Tickets? Your Next Chance Is Coming

More than 6 million tickets were snapped up during LA28’s two public sales in 2026, leaving countless Olympic hopefuls empty-handed. But fans who missed out will have another chance in 2027 when tickets for the Los Angeles Games return on a first-come, first-served basis, with fresh inventory available across every Olympic sport.

The upcoming sale eliminates the lottery, assigned purchase windows and ticket limits. LA28 has yet to announce an opening date, but travelers can use the intervening months to decide which events to prioritize and where to stay. The most popular Olympic sports are scattered across Southern California, and choosing the right hotel could be almost as important as securing the tickets.

How to Prepare for the 2027 Ticket Sale

An LA28 ID is still required, so prospective buyers should create an account before the sale opens and sign up for its newsletter to receive updates on the sale date.

LA28’s verified resale program will launch next year through authorized platforms including AXS, Eventim, Ticketmaster and Sports Illustrated Tickets. Any resale tickets advertised before the program launches have not been verified by LA28.

Olympic tickets are sold by session rather than individual event, an important distinction for travelers planning to attend multiple competitions. A swimming finals ticket, for example, could include several medal races, and a tennis session may feature multiple matches. Checking the competition schedule before purchasing will help spectators avoid overlapping events.

The Most Popular Sports Are Spread Across Los Angeles

Athletics, basketball, football (soccer), gymnastics and swimming led ticket sales during LA28’s first public drop. Artistic gymnastics sold through its available inventory faster than any other sport. Four additions to the Olympic program also sold out their initial allocations: flag football, lacrosse, softball and squash.

The Games will span more than 40 venues across Southern California and other U.S. cities, creating a logistical puzzle for spectators hoping to attend multiple competitions.

The historic LA Memorial Coliseum in Exposition Park will host athletics for the third time, following the 1932 and 1984 Olympics. Downtown, artistic gymnastics takes over Crypto.com Arena, designated DTLA Arena for the Games. The nearby Los Angeles Convention Center will host judo, fencing, table tennis, taekwondo and wrestling.

In Inglewood, basketball fans will head to the NBA’s Intuit Dome, and SoFi Stadium will undergo a remarkable conversion from football stadium to Olympic swimming arena. Temporarily renamed 2028 Stadium, the venue will accommodate approximately 38,000 spectators, the largest swimming audience in Olympic history.

Unlike most Olympic sports concentrated in Southern California, soccer will send fans to stadiums across six U.S. cities, including New York, Nashville and San Diego. The tournament concludes at Pasadena’s historic Rose Bowl, which will host the men’s gold medal match on July 28 and the women’s final on July 29.

In the San Fernando Valley, fans can catch some of the Games’ most action-packed competitions, including skateboarding, BMX racing, BMX freestyle and 3×3 basketball. LA28 reported particularly strong demand for these sports during its first ticket sale.

A day combining gymnastics and judo in downtown Los Angeles is considerably easier to organize than an itinerary involving athletics at the Coliseum and an evening soccer match in Pasadena. Checking venue locations against competition times before purchasing could prevent costly scheduling mistakes.

Olympic Hospitality Packages Are Already on Sale

Fans eager to secure their Olympic tickets before the 2027 sale can purchase official hospitality packages through On Location, LA28’s exclusive hospitality provider. These packages guarantee admission to a selected sporting session and include premium experiences that vary by event and package level.

Depending on the package, guests can enjoy prime seating, expedited venue entry and access to private hospitality lounges serving food and beverages. Some packages also include hotel accommodations or optional travel arrangements.

Hospitality packages’ availability varies by sport and session. Fans considering this option should compare the inclusions carefully, particularly whether accommodations are part of the quoted price or must be purchased separately.

Pick Your Olympic Sports Before Booking a Hotel

Los Angeles will host Olympic competitions across 18 zones in Southern California, and a hotel’s location could significantly affect how much time visitors spend traveling between events. LA28 recommends choosing accommodations near the zone where fans expect to attend the most sessions.

Public transit, dedicated shuttles and park-and-ride services will be offered, although detailed routes and venue access information have not yet been released. Travelers should avoid booking tightly spaced sessions until those arrangements are confirmed.

Airfare is another decision travelers can postpone until next year, as most airlines release flight schedules approximately 11 to 12 months in advance. Summer 2028 flights should begin appearing around July 2027, and travelers may want to compare Hollywood Burbank, Long Beach, John Wayne and Ontario airports with LAX based on their event itinerary.

When Olympic tickets return to general sale, the advantage will go to buyers who have already narrowed down their preferred events. The faster they can identify available sessions and complete their purchases, the better their chances of securing seats before popular competitions sell out again.