How to watch the 2024 Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony today, live and in prime time

The 2024 Paris Olympics are set to kick off with a historic Opening Ceremony today, and you won’t want to miss a minute of the action. Whether you’re a die-hard sports fan or just love a good spectacle, here’s how you can tune in to the festivities.

Broadcast Options

You have several options for watching the Opening Ceremony live and in prime time. The event will be broadcast on NBC, and you can also stream it on Peacock, NBCOlympics.com, the NBC app, or the NBC Olympics app. Coverage starts at 1:30 p.m. ET, with an enhanced encore in prime time at 7:30 p.m. ET.

If you’re outside the United States, don’t worry! The Opening Ceremony will be broadcast on various networks worldwide. In the UK, you can watch on the BBC, while in Canada, CBC Sports will be your go-to channel. Eurosport will cover the event across Europe, and if you’re in Australia, Nine will be your broadcaster.

What to Expect

The Opening Ceremony will take place along the Seine River in Paris, marking the first time in Olympic history that the event will be held outside a stadium. With over 10,500 athletes participating, it’s sure to be a spectacle to remember.

The parade route will take the athletes past iconic landmarks such as the Notre-Dame and the Louvre, before culminating at the Trocadéro near the Eiffel Tower. There, the final protocols will take place, and the Olympic cauldron will be lit, officially declaring the Games open.

Additional Information

For those looking for more in-depth coverage, NBC Sports will be providing updates and analysis throughout the day. You can also follow along on social media, with tweets from @JessePierre_ and @OneSportsPHL providing additional information on how to watch the event.

So, whether you’re watching from the comfort of your own home or joining the crowd in Paris, get ready for an unforgettable start to the 2024 Paris Olympics.