2028 Olympics

Olympic House Swap: Paris Shows LA How to Party in 2028!

As LA prepares for the 2028 Olympics, Paris is already throwing a spectacular pre-party! Can Mayor Bass learn enough from the City of Light to ensure a flawless event?

The excitement for the upcoming Olympics is palpable as the world gears up for the majestic 2024 Games in Paris. Yet, as the dazzling details unfold in the City of Light, eyes are also eagerly turning towards the next Olympic extravaganza set for Los Angeles in 2028. With this being the first Olympics back on U.S. soil in nearly four decades, the anticipation is explosive—something not even a traffic jam can simmer down! But will LA be ready to handle all the thrills and logistical challenges ahead?

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass certainly thinks so, but she isn’t rolling the dice without a plan. Recently, she took a jaunt to Paris, mingling with city officials and soaking up the atmosphere of the bustling Olympic preparations. With Paris set to showcase a vibrant array of events, Mayor Bass is on a mission to learn about effective event management and logistical expertise that the French capital has on display before LA's turn to shine. After all, if there's one thing Parisians know, it’s how to put on a show that dazzles the world!

While the 2024 Olympics promise to be a spectacular showcase for athletes globally, for many, the 2028 Olympics will feel like a homecoming. Eager fans from the U.S. will cheer as the Games return to their native soil, creating a buzz that has not been felt since the magnificent Los Angeles Olympics of 1984. With Southern California athletes, including basketball superstar LeBron James, featured prominently in the Opening Ceremony, it’s a refreshing reminder of how sports can unite and inspire a nation.

But LA will have to make a few upgrades to keep pace with the Olympic grandeur seen in Paris. From sustainable infrastructure to city beautification, there's much to learn—and perhaps borrow—from the French city's playbook. The excitement of the 2028 Olympics will not only showcase athletic feats but also highlight California's innovation and culture on a global stage. So here's to hoping LA will be ready to deliver an extravaganza that would even make the Eiffel Tower envious!

Did you know that this will be the first Los Angeles Olympics since the summer of 1984, when the city hosted what was dubbed ‘the best ever’? And speaking of Paris, their 2024 ceremonies will utilize the Seine River for a unique aquatic twist, transforming the city itself into one giant Olympic venue! What other surprises lie in store for the Olympics as they bounce across continents? Stay tuned!