The Olympics officially kick off with the Opening Ceremony on July 26. You can tune in live from anywhere.
The 2024 Paris Olympics officially kick off today, and the Seine-set Opening Ceremony is not to be missed. We’ve compiled everything you need to know about how to watch the Olympics Opening Ceremony, including free streaming options and services that will show all Olympic events.
The Opening Ceremony is one of the most iconic Olympic traditions. The ceremony features speeches, the host country’s national anthem, and the lighting of the Olympic flame, among several other traditions, including the Parade of Nations, wherein athletes from more than 200 participating countries will make an appearance. LeBron James of the US men’s basketball team and Coco Gauff of the US women’s tennis team will serve as flagbearers for the United States.
The ceremony typically lasts several hours (hence why some Olympians who are competing early on Saturday decide to skip it). In an unusual move, instead of taking place in an arena, the Opening Ceremony will be held on the River Seine, which is situated alongside the Eiffel Tower and other famous Parisian landmarks. Athletes will float down the river on boats for a buoyant take on the Parade of Nations.
Check out our official Olympic streaming guide for info on how to watch the events tomorrow, and see below to tune into sports that have already started. How to watch Olympics Opening Ceremony: quick links
US: NBC & USA on Peacock ($7.99/month), Sling TV ($25 off first month), Fubo (one-week free trial)
UK: BBC iPlayer (Free)
Australia: 9Now (Free)
France: France.TV (Free)
Access streaming from anywhere via ExpressVPN (30-day money-back guarantee)
When: Friday, July 26 at 1:30 p.
