Itβs Official: Venice Beach To Host The Very First And Highly Anticipated Medal Event At The 2028 Olympics
Just a few hours ago, the clock marked that the countdown to LA28 has gotten shorter: only three years remain until the third edition held in the city, a milestone no other non-capital city can boast experiencing. And on that same day, the [LA28 organizing committee](https://la28.org/en/newsroom/la28-releases-competition-schedule-for-2028-olympic-games.html) released the first draft of the 2028 Olympic competition schedule, marking exactly three years until the Games begin. Venice Beach is set to host the very first medal ceremony. The 2028 Olympic Games will officially open on Friday, July 14, with a shared ceremony at the LA Memorial Coliseum and the 2028 Stadium in Inglewood. Notably, athletics and swimming will swap their usual schedule: athletics will take place in the first week, while swimming will headline the second. The Games will conclude with swimming finals and the Closing Ceremony on July 30 at the LA Memorial Coliseum. The triathlon, a demanding multi-sport race combining swimming, cycling, and running, will be the first medal event taking place at Venice. This venue setup, announced three months ago, leverages existing infrastructure, with marathon and road cycling also starting here, though exact routes remain pending. With the clock ticking down to 2028, anticipation is building as Venice Beach prepares to welcome the world to this exciting Olympic debut, setting the stage for a memorable and historic Games. Source: https://secretlosangeles.com/venice-beach-first-medal-event-olympics/
