Olympic games news guide - activities

Paris Olympics: an Olympic and European carnival to be held in the capital on Saturday, June 15, 2024

This Saturday, June 15, 2024, Paris beats to the sound of its new carnival, organized in honor of the Olympic and Paralympic Games to come this summer.

Paris 2024 Olympics: meet Enzo Lefort, Olympic fencing champion, at Le Bon Marché rive gauche

To celebrate the release of the City Guide Paris 2024, signed Louis Vuitton, and its special issue dedicated to sport in the capital, Le Bon Marché Rive Gauche invites you to a free talk with Enzo Lefort and Aude Walker, this Friday, June 14, 2024. With the Paris 2024 Olympic Games just a few weeks away, find out more about this Olympic fencing champion's career and the behind-the-scenes story behind the creation of this new opus, and leave with your autographed copy!

Olympic Games 2024: the marathon medal for all unveiled in broad daylight

On Saturday, August 10, 2024, the Paris Games will draw to a close with the final sporting events. Among them, the women's and men's marathon, but also, the marathon for all, the only event in the history of the Games to be open to the general public.

Paris 2024 Olympic Games: the Olympic rings securely installed on the Eiffel Tower

During each Olympiad, the Olympic rings are installed on an emblematic monument of the city in which they are located. In Paris, of course, it's the Eiifel Tower that has just welcomed them, between the first and second floors.

Discover the giant tapestry of the Olympic Games on the façade of the Hôtel de la Marine on June 21

On March 12, 2024, the gigantic tapestry for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games was unveiled to the general public, after three years of painstaking work by artisans from the national manufactures. On June 21, the general public will be able to admire it free of charge at the Hôtel de la Marine!

Paris 2024 Olympics: Céline Dion star of the opening ceremony?

Since late April, rumors have been swirling that Céline Dion could set the opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games alight. After a long absence due to neurological illness, the Quebec singer could make a triumphant return on July 26.

The Parc des Jeux, France's largest celebration site, with exceptional concerts and free activities!

This summer, it's party time at the Parc des Jeux, Parc Georges-Valbon in La Courneuve! The fan zone will open to celebrate the arrival of the flame with an exceptional concert by Coca-Cola, and for 17 days, you'll be able to rock out to great artists like Soolking and Magic System, and try your hand at a whole host of sports, including climbing, break dancing and canoeing!

Paris 2024 opening ceremony: metro lines and stations closed on July 26

The day of the opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games makes you want to stay at home, given the many metro lines and stations closed during the day!

Olympicorama, the finale at the Grande Halle de la Villette

Olympicorama arrives at the Grande Halle de la Villette to round off its series of shows in style. Six of the events/shows that have made the biggest impact on the public will be represented on stage from June 25 to July 6, 2024.

Marathon pour tous: our tips for preparing for the race

On Saturday, August 10, 2024, more than 20,000 runners will set off on the marathon for all course from 9pm. For the first time in the history of the Olympic Games, amateur runners will be able to start on the Olympic circuit during this major sporting event.

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.

The July 14, 2024 fireworks display on the Eiffel Tower in Paris, the special Olympic program

The long-awaited fireworks display from the Eiffel Tower returns on the evening of July 14, 2024. As you can imagine, it's a special edition that awaits us on the occasion of the Paris Olympic Games. The theme of this year's fireworks is "Liberty".

Paris Plages expands for 2024, a new place to relax and swim

A special edition awaits us this year for Paris Plage 2024. Not two, but 3 sites will brighten up the summer season with different opening dates.

Paris 2024 Olympic Games: The Olympic Flame's journey through Paris, the programme

The Paris 2024 Olympics promises us a great crossing with the Olympic Flame's journey through the French capital. This route promises a unique experience for Parisians and tourists alike. We take a closer look at this emblematic route and the free events planned for the occasion.

Olympic Games Paris 2024: Olympic Torch Relay in Hauts-de-Seine - cities, dates and schedule

Ready to experience the arrival of the Olympic flame in the 92? On July 24, 2024, the flame will travel through 19 towns and cities in the Hauts-de-Seine region, showcasing the region's heritage. Here are the stages and program of festivities.

Olympic Games Paris 2024: The Olympic Torch Relay in Seine-Saint-Denis - cities, dates and schedule

Seine-Saint-Denis, the department where the Olympic Games will be held, promises a lively and festive torch relay. Discover the detailed route in the different cities and what awaits you on Thursday July 25 and Friday July 26, 2024.

Olympic Games Paris 2024: Olympic Torch Relay route in the Val d'Oise - cities, date and route

Like other départements, Val d'Oise is also hosting the torch relay across its territory. On July 19, 2024, the torch relay will take place in the 18 communes and 7 stages of Val d'Oise 95. Find out more about the route and the program of festivities.

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.