The Paris Paralympic Games are still in full swing in the heart of the French capital, and behind all the excitement lie new medal hopes for French athletes and other delegations. So, for this 7th day of events, discover the program of events scheduled in Paris and Île-de-France at the Olympic venues.
What sports are on the program for this Wednesday, September 4, 2024? How to get to the Olympic venues, what to see and what to do in the surrounding area? To help you spend a great day at the heart of the Paralympic Games, hosted for the first time in Paris, here's everything you need to know about the day's events.
Armchair basketball: Arena Paris Sud
Paris 2024 Olympics: history, rules, program... basketball at the Olympic & Paralympic Games
Fans of the orange ball are in for a treat: two basketball events are being organized at the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Here's everything you need to know about the sport to enjoy the games to the full, this summer, in Paris. [Read more]
Paris 2024 Olympics: the Porte de Versailles exhibition center becomes the Arena Paris Sud
For the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games, several Parisian infrastructures, stadiums and venues are getting a makeover to host some of the Olympic events. This is particularly true of Paris Expo, the Porte de Versailles exhibition center. [Read more]
Boccia: Arena Paris Sud
Boccia: discover this sport exclusive to the Paralympic Games, its rules, the full program
It's one of two sports that only exist at the Paralympic Games: boccia is a bowls game that requires skill and precision. Find out all about this little-known sport ahead of the Paris 2024 events. [Read more]
Armchair fencing: Grand Palais
Olympic and Paralympic Games 2024: schedule of events, history, everything you need to know about fencing
It's an ancient sport in which France excels: discover the history and workings of fencing, before following the events at the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games. [Read more]
The Grand Palais: the Parisian landmark ready to host the Paris 2024 Olympic Games
The countdown is on for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games: the capital is gearing up to host a large number of events in historic venues. At the Grand Palais, those lucky enough to have tickets will be able to watch the fencing and Taekwondo events. [Read more]
Goalball : Arena Paris Sud
2024 Paralympic Games: discover goalball, its rules, its full program
Goalball is one of two sports practiced only by Paralympic athletes: find out everything you need to know about this sporting discipline, ahead of the Paris 2024 events. [Read more]
Para athletics: Stade de France
Paris 2024 Olympics: history, events, Olympic venue... athletics and para-athletics at the Games
Athletics and marathon running, king disciplines at the Olympic Games... And the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games are no exception to the rule! Combining throws, jumps, runs... athletics is also the discipline of all records, with great champions who have the history of their performance. Find out everything there is to know about these disciplines for the Games! [Read more]
The Stade de France, the venue for concerts and sporting events in Saint-Denis (93)
Although many people think that the Stade de France is located in Paris, it's actually not far from the capital, in the inner suburbs of Saint-Denis (93). With its immense capacity and monumental stature, it is currently the largest stadium in France. [Read more]
Para road cycling: Clichy-sous-Bois
Paris 2024 Olympics: history, events programme... cycling at the Olympic & Paralympic Games
Mountain biking, track racing, BMX, freestyle, Para-cycling... Cycling comes in many forms during these Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Here's everything you need to know about this cycling sport. [Read more]
Para equitation : Château de Versailles
Paris 2024: history, rules, athletes, program, riding at the Olympic and Paralympic Games
Equestrian sports are bringing their share of elegance and prestige to the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games. We tell you all about these eagerly-awaited equestrian events: history, key dates, venue, rules and French hopes, the competition will hold no secrets for you! [Read more]
Paris 2024 Olympics: the Château de Versailles, a royal setting for the Olympic events
It's one of the most spectacular Olympic venues in the world: the Château de Versailles is hosting several Olympic events during these Paris 2024 Games. [Read more]
Para-swimming: Paris la Défense Arena
Paris 2024 Olympics: history, records, events... swimming at the Olympic & Paralympic Games
It's one of the most watched disciplines at the Summer Olympics: swimming is the water sport of all records. At the Paris Olympics in 2024, the competition will be held at Paris La Défense Arena, along with the Paralympics 2024 para-swimming events from August 29. [Read more]
Paris La Défense Arena: Europe's largest indoor venue
An entertainment mecca located in the Hauts-de-Seine region of France, Paris La Défense Arena is a multi-purpose venue that embodies the perfect fusion of the worlds of music and sport. This spectacular venue, inaugurated in October 2017 in Nanterre, is a must-see for all fans of concerts and major sporting events in the region. [Read more]
Para powerlifting: Arena la Chapelle
Paris 2024: program, history, athletes, medals, weightlifting at the Olympic Games
History, records, rules, athletes... We take a look at everything you need to know about weightlifting, for the 2024 Olympic Games events being held at the Arena Paris Sud, from August 7 to 11, 2024. [Read more]
Arena Porte de la Chapelle, the new sports and cultural hub to the north of Paris
Recently inaugurated in 2023, the Arena de la Porte de la Chapelle will revitalize a lesser-known neighborhood at the gateway to Paris. With this new event and sports venue designed for local residents in the same way as occasional visitors, the Arena will host, among other things, some of the Olympic and Paralympic events of the 2024 Games. [Read more]
Para table tennis: Arena Paris Sud
Paris 2024: history, rules, athletes... table tennis at the Olympic and Paralympic Games
If you love tennis, then chances are you also love table tennis, also known as ping-pong! An Olympic sport since 1988, this (small) racket sport is not to be missed this summer at the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games. An opportunity to learn more about its history, its rules and our medal chances! [Read more]
Para archery: Invalides
Paris 2024: programme of events, history, archery at the Olympic and Paralympic Games
The Paris 2024 Games are an opportunity for the French to discover or take a closer interest in more or less traditional sports. And among them, archery! One takes a look at its history, where to practice it, our best athletes, and the program of events, in both Olympic and Paralympic versions! [Read more]
Les Invalides: the Esplanade hosts events for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games
The large lawns of the Esplanade des Invalides are well known to tourists and Parisians alike on sunny days! This year, however, there'll be no picnics, as the Paris 2024 Olympic Games will be taking over the site with archery and para-archery, athletics and para-athletics, and road cycling events. [Read more]
Para tir sportif: Chateauroux (outside Île-de-France)
Paris 2024: history, programme of events, sports shooting at the Olympic and Paralympic Games
Three different types of shooting events exist at the Olympic Games, in addition to archery: rifle, pistol and shotgun. Discover their history, the best athletes and the program for these Paris 2024 Games, as well as in Paralympic versions. Here's everything you need to know! [Read more]
Wheelchair tennis: Roland Garros
Paris 2024 Olympics: history, rules, athletes... tennis at the Olympic and Paralympic Games
During the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games, tennis has a prominent place. Find out everything you need to know about this discipline, from the history of this Olympic sport to the events scheduled to take place at Roland-Garros Stadium, not forgetting the French athletes to keep a close eye on and not forgetting wheelchair tennis to experience during the Paralympic Games. [Read more]
Olympic Games Paris 2024 at Roland Garros stadium: Olympic and Paralympic events
For the 2024 Olympics in Paris, Roland Garros is gearing up to become a must-see venue. The legendary stadium is preparing to host some of the Olympic and Paralympic events: tennis, wheelchair tennis, boxing and volleyball, here's what's in store! [Read more]
Sitting volleyball: Arena Paris Nord
Olympic and Paralympic Games 2024: history, practice, athletes... All about volleyball
With the Paris 2024 Olympic Games over and the Paralympics eagerly awaited, volleyball, beach volleyball and seated volleyball are among the most eagerly awaited disciplines. Find out everything you need to know about these exciting sports: from the history of their inclusion in the Olympics and Paralympics, to practical details such as event venues, the number of places available, key dates, and of course, the promising French athletes who will be aiming for Olympic gold. [Read more]
VIPARIS, the Villepinte exhibition center (93), north of Paris
A meeting place for fans of the Paris Manga Sci-Fi Show, and the venue for many major trade shows, VIPARIS, more commonly known as the Villepinte Exhibition Centre, is France's largest exhibition centre. [Read more]
Paris 2024 Paralympic Games: day-by-day schedule of events, detailed timetable
Are you ready to experience the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games to the full? From August 28 to September 8, discover the detailed program of events taking place every day, so you don't miss a thing of this once-in-a-lifetime event! [Read more]
Paris 2024 Paralympic Games: day-by-day schedule of events, detailed timetable
