After the Olympic Games, the party continues with the Paralympic Games. The Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games are shaking things up. Once again, the opening ceremony takes place in the heart of the city, this time on the Place de la Concorde. Olympic venues in historic locations welcome Paralympic athletes, who in turn pick up medals set with a piece of the Eiffel Tower. The Olympic cauldronis relit, and the games are underway: it's time to witness the performances of the sportsmen and women who have come to defend their colors and make history at the Olympic Games, while writing their own.
So what sports will you be watching this Thursday, August 29, 2024, the day after the opening ceremony of the Paralympic Games? Several competitions kick off today, in Paris and the Ile-de-France region. In total there are a dozen sports to follow, within the Olympic venues that have now become iconic. We're sharing the day's program with you, along with details of the sports, the venues and what to do around them. Follow the guide!
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' Accor Arena: the temple of entertainment in the 12th arrondissement
Paris' Accor Arena, formerly the Palais omnisports de Paris-Bercy, was inaugurated in 1984. For almost 40 years now, this famous entertainment venue in the capital's 12th arrondissement has been delighting the eyes and ears of Parisians with legendary concerts, comedy shows and landmark sporting events. [Read more]
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]
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]
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]
Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, the exhibition center of choice for major trade shows
Paris 2024 Paralympic Games: events, history, athletes... Para-badminton at the Games
Want to know everything about badminton and para-badminton at the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games? From its Olympic and Paralympic history to its rising French stars and event details, dive into the exciting world of badminton and para-badminton at Paris 2024 and its program! [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]
Paris 2024 Olympics: program, history, athletes, taekwondo at the Olympic and Paralympic Games
A martial art from South Korea, taekwondo is set to bring the Grand Palais to life this summer 2024, during the Paris Olympic and Paralympic Games. An opportunity to learn more about this combat sport and the competition program! [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]
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]
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]
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]
Paris 2024 Paralympic Games: history, rules, records... everything you need to know about wheelchair rugby
From August 29 to September 2, rugby à 7 events will take place in Paris, at the Arena Champ de Mars, for this 2024 edition of the Paralympic Games. Rules, history of the sport, records... Find out all you need to know about the Paralympic version of the oval ball sport. [Read more]
Arena Champ-de-Mars: the ephemeral Grand Palais transformed into an Olympic venue in Paris
The Olympic and Paralympic Games are coming to Paris from July 26 to September 8, 2024. For several weeks, the capital will thus vibrate to the rhythm of numerous sporting competitions to be discovered at several ephemeral sites such as the Arena Champ-de-Mars, set up at the foot of the Eiffel Tower, in place of the Grand Palais Éphémère. [Read more]
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]
Paris 2024 Olympics: Olympic venues, events and places to visit in Yvelines (78)
Yvelines is one of the departments with the most Olympic venues, including the Château de Versailles, and welcomes you from July 26 to September 8, 2024, for the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Follow the guide to make sure you don't miss any of the sporting events taking place in the area! [Read more]
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]
The Vélodrome National and Stade BMX in Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines (78), the kingdom of cycling
Since 2014, the town of Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines has become the place to be for cyclists in the Paris region, with its Vélodrome national and Stade BMX, two modern facilities that host international competitions. [Read more]
Paris 2024 Olympics: Olympic venues, events and places to visit in Hauts-de-Seine (92)
Hauts-de-Seine and its two Olympic venues welcome you from July 26 to September 8, 2024, for the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Follow the guide to make sure you don't miss any of the sporting events taking place in the area! [Read more]
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]
Paris 2024 Olympics: Olympic venues and sporting events in Seine-Saint-Denis (93)
If we should remember just one thing about these Paris 2024 Games, it's certainly the impact that the new sports structures will have in Seine-Saint-Denis. Located on the outskirts of the capital, the département will play host to a host of sporting events, most of them in brand-new Olympic facilities. [Read more]
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]
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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
