Olympic games news guide - activities

Olympics: a fresco in the 18th arrondissement marks the link between Paris 2024 and Los Angeles 2028

To celebrate the Olympic Games, a fresco can now be seen behind the REcyclerie in Paris's 18th arrondissement, symbolizing the link between Paris 2024 and Los Angeles 2028.

Why are helicopters flying over Paris and the Yvelines from May 27 to 31?

Don't panic if you see helicopters over Paris from May 27 to 31, 2024 - it's perfectly normal! In a press release issued on Friday, May 24, 2024, the Préfecture de Police explained the reasons for these overflights.

Paris 2024 Olympics: the application to download or resell your tickets is finally available

It's almost time for the Games. Do you have your tickets to watch the Olympic events? To collect or resell them, a special application has been available for download since May 15, 2024.

Paris 2024 Olympics: the platform for authorization to circulate on foot or by car is open

A security perimeter is to be set up around the Olympic venues during the Games in Paris. Special authorization will be required to access these areas. You can obtain your authorization now.

Paris 2024 Olympics: City Hall open on the night of July 14 to admire the Olympic flame

With the Paris 2024 Olympic Games just around the corner, Hôtel de Ville is gearing up for an exceptional evening! On July 14, the building will open its doors to the public to unveil the famous Olympic flame. For a whole night, Parisians and visitors alike will be invited to admire the symbol of the global event (reservations required), 12 days before it kicks off!

Paris 2024 Olympics: discover France's opponents for the handball event

We know France's opponents for the handball events at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games! For both men and women, they will take place from July 25, at the Arena Paris Sud, before moving on to Lille!

Théâtre du Rond-Point celebrates the Olympic Games

On Friday June 28 and Saturday June 29, the Théâtre du Rond Point will be staging a number of sports-related artistic events. Comedians, acrobats and dancers will be on hand for two days of entertainment.

Jeu de Paume closed this summer for the Paris Olympic and Paralympic Games

Bad news for photography fans: the Jeu de Paume art center is closed from May 12 to September 27, 2024, due to the Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Paris 2024 Olympics: 10 free shuttle bus lines to reach certain competition venues

In the run-up to the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games, Île-de-France Mobilités is announcing the introduction of 10 free shuttle bus routes. The aim? To make it easier for spectators to get to the most remote competition venues in the Paris region.

Berluti signs French Olympic & Paralympic Team Opening Ceremony outfits

After Chaumet's hallmarked medals, and Louis Vuitton's designer trunks, Berluti signs the French Team's outfits for the Opening Ceremonies of the Paris 2024 Olympic & Paralympic Games.

Paris 2024 Olympics: Nana Mouskouri to sing for the Olympic flame

On the occasion of the Olympic flame handover ceremony, scheduled for Friday April 26, 2024 at the Panathenaic Stadium in Athens, the famous Nana Mouskouri will sing and perform the French and Greek anthems under the direction of Dimitris Papadimitriou.

Paris 2024 Olympic Games: 250,000 tickets go on sale April 17

Last chance to attend the Paris 2024 Olympic Games! On April 17, 2024, new tickets will go back on sale, this time without a draw, to experience the competition as close as possible to the athletes.

Pierre de Coubertin to make his debut at the Musée Grévin ahead of the Paris 2024 Olympics

Baron Pierre de Coubertin, known for largely creating the modern Olympic Games, will enter the Musée Grévin by July 2024, ahead of the Paris Olympiad.

Seine flooding: Paris Marathon course changed, Olympic test cancelled

While the level of the Seine has remained high all winter, it is likely to rise again this weekend, with an impact on the Paris Marathon route on Sunday, and a test run of the river parade for the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games cancelled.

La fête du muscle, a weekend of sports activities for children, at the Louvre Museum

At the end of April, on Saturday 27th and 28th 2024, the Musée du Louvre is organizing the Fête du Muscle, a cultural and sporting event for the whole family!

Paris 2024 Olympics: bus traffic modified, 16 routes affected

While several metro lines are likely to be packed with users and tourists during the Paris 2024 Olympics, several bus lines will be disrupted. Due to the temporary competition venues set up in several areas of the capital, some bus routes will be diverted or limited. Find out more about the 16 bus routes affected by these changes.

Paris 2024 Olympics: traffic restrictions and installation dates for temporary sites

Due to the installation of several temporary competition sites linked to this summer's Olympic Games, the City of Paris has announced a series of upcoming disruptions for pedestrians, cyclists and motorists. Find out more about the traffic restrictions and installation dates for these temporary sites in the capital.

Paris 2024: which artist would the French like to see perform at the Olympic opening ceremony?

As the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympic Games approaches, the suspense is at its height: who will headline this global event? Between rumors and polls, the mystery remains, even if some names are "climbing to the top of the charts". Find out which ones ...

Paris 2024: Terrace opening extended to midnight during the Olympic Games

Paris is gearing up for an Olympic summer! From July 1, 2024, the capital's 3,000 or so ephemeral terraces will be open until midnight, an initiative by Mayor Anne Hidalgo to liven up summer evenings. Bars, meanwhile, will be able to stay open on the nights of the Olympic Games opening and closing ceremonies.

Olympic Games 2024: French athletes' outfits and where to find the collection in Paris

For the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, Stéphane Ashpool and Le Coq Sportif are dressing French athletes in a sporty-chic style in keeping with the spirit of Modern France. A collection that combines sport, fashion and craftsmanship, all in a context of eco-responsibility and proximity, dear to the designer's values. Find out more about our points of sale.