Show summary Hide summary
LA 2028 ticket prices start as low as $28, but most spectators will pay $100 to $400 for premier events. Drop 2 registration opened April 23, giving fans another chance to secure seats for the most anticipated Olympics in a generation. The lottery-based system offers refreshed inventory across all sports with tickets going on sale in August.
🔥 Quick Facts
- Drop 2 Registration: Open through July 22, 2026 at tickets.la28.org
- Sales Timeline: Drop 2 opens in August 2026, more than 2 years before Games start
- Ticket Limits: Fans can purchase up to 12 Olympic tickets plus 12 soccer tickets
- Lowest Price: Over 1 million tickets available at $28, but nearly half sold during locals presale
Breaking Down LA 2028 Olympic Ticket Prices
Nearly 50% of all tickets cost under $200, including the 24% service fee that organizers emphasize in marketing materials. The lowest tier starts at $28 for certain preliminary sessions. About 75% of inventory will cost under $400, making mid-range tickets the real bulk of availability.
However, premium seats for Opening and Closing Ceremonies exceed $5,000, with roughly 5% of total inventory priced over $1,000. This two-tier system creates the perception of affordability while reserving top experiences for luxury buyers.
LA 2028 ticket prices start at $28, but most cost $100-$400 as Drop 2 registration opens in Los Angeles
Debbie Harry’s Blondie drops High Noon album pre-order, new LP arrives April 10
Drop 1 Success Sets Stage for Drop 2
LA28 sold over 4 million tickets during the first ticket drop in April 2026, shattering expectations and marking a historic benchmark more than two years before the Games. Artistic Gymnastics sold out fastest, while four sports, including Flag Football, Lacrosse, Softball and Squash, sold all available inventory.
Women’s events dominated sales, with women’s Olympic sessions outselling men’s sessions 93% to 88%. Tickets sold across 85 countries and all 50 U.S. states, with top international interest from the UK, Canada, Mexico and Japan.
What to Expect in Drop 2
| Detail | Information |
| Registration Period | April 23 through July 22, 2026 |
| Sales Begin | August 2026 |
| Maximum Tickets | 12 Olympic events plus 12 Soccer tickets |
| Ceremony Limit | 4 tickets per Opening/Closing Ceremony |
Refreshed inventory means sports that sold out during Drop 1, like Flag Football and Artistic Gymnastics, will have additional allocations. Fans who registered but weren’t selected in Drop 1, plus those who didn’t purchase their full 12-ticket allowance, automatically enter the Drop 2 lottery.
“The response to our initial on-sale was nothing short of historic. Fans from near and far have spoken: the world wants to be part of the LA28 Games.”
— Reynold Hoover, LA28 Chief Executive Officer
How the Lottery Registration System Works
No payment is required to register for the drawing. Fans create a profile at tickets.la28.org, enter the draw, and receive email notification if randomly selected for a time slot. Selected fans receive their purchasing window details via email, giving them a specific date and duration to buy tickets.
First-time registrants must register by July 22 to participate in Drop 2. Prior registrants who didn’t win a time slot automatically roll into the new lottery, with no re-registration required. Visa is the official payment method, and tickets become non-refundable once purchased, though verified resale launches in 2027 through AXS, Eventim, Ticketmaster and Sports Illustrated Tickets.
Will Drop 2 Offer Better Prices Than Drop 1?
LA28 promises refreshed inventory at a range of price points during Drop 2, but the lowest-priced tickets face steep competition. Nearly half of the 1 million $28 tickets were scooped up during the locals presale, reserved for residents near venue cities in Southern California and Oklahoma City. That leaves roughly 500,000 affordable tickets for global demand during Drop 2 and future drops.
Early Olympic fans reported sticker shock over hidden fees and lack of ultra-cheap options. LA28’s 24% service fee isn’t itemized until checkout, pushing a $28 ticket to closer to $35. Most spectators should expect $100 to $400 for solid sightline seats, with ceremony premium pricing creating the widest divide between affordability claims and actual spending.
Sources
- LA28 Official News – Historic 4 million ticket sales announcement and Drop 2 registration details
- Los Angeles Times – Verified pricing breakdowns and organizer statements on ticket strategy
- Olympics.com – Official Olympic ticketing system timeline and fan guidelines
