Summer Olympics 2024 Start Date And Time. The summer olympics start july 26. When and how to watch—and what to expect 6 minute read the olympic rings are seen on the eiffel tower in paris, france,.

The first medals are awarded july 27 (likely in shooting). The ceremony will begin at 7.30pm cest (which is 6.30pm bst, 12.30pm cdt and 10.30pm pdt).