The 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris are set to begin with the highly anticipated Opening Ceremony. Here’s a simple guide on when and how to watch this exciting event.
The Opening Ceremony is scheduled to take place on Friday, July 26, starting at 1:30 p.m. and concluding at 5:15 p.m. ET. If you want to catch the live broadcast, NBC will be airing it at 1:30 p.m. ET. In case you miss it, there will be a replay at 7:30 p.m. ET during prime time on NBC. Additionally, Peacock will be live streaming all the events of the Paris 2024 Olympics, including both the opening and closing ceremonies.
Unlike previous years, the 2024 Summer Olympics Opening Ceremony will be held in Paris, France, not in a traditional stadium. Instead, it will take place on the river Seine, with 94 boats carrying athletes as they pass by various Olympic venue locations.
For those wondering about the Closing Ceremony, mark your calendars for Sunday, August 11, from 1:30 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. ET.
During the Opening Ceremony, athletes from 206 countries will be introduced while proudly carrying their national flags, accompanied by their respective national anthems. This year, a total of 10,500 athletes are expected to be present, representing their nations. Furthermore, it is anticipated that 120 heads of state, heads of government, and sovereigns will also attend the ceremony.
A significant moment during the ceremony is the culmination of the Olympic Torch Relay, where the Olympic flame is lit. The event will also feature various performers and dancers, with specific artists yet to be announced.
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