Where to watch the opening ceremony for free in Paris

In Central Paris

What if we told you that you could watch the opening ceremony at a unique venue in Paris, free of charge (but subject to registration)? It's quite straightforward: after 4 p.m., simply head to the former town hall of the 1st arrondissement. The building now houses the Quartier Jeunes, one of the city's totemic sites. A festive and friendly atmosphere is guaranteed!

In the 5th arrondissement

For residents of the 5th arrondissement or visitors strolling around the lively rue Mouffetard, it will of course be possible to watch the ceremonies and events of the Paris 2024 Games on a big screen. The latter is located on the site of the arrondissement's festivities, around the arènes de Lutèce. Honestly, is there a better place to watch the Olympics?

In the 6th arrondissement

From the legendary district of Saint-Germain-des-Prés to the Odéon theater, passing by the Beaux-Arts, it's undeniable: the 6th arrondissement is synonymous with elegance. The celebration site is situated at the base of the Saint-Sulpice church.

In the 8th arrondissement

It's no exaggeration to say that the Parc Monceau is one of the capital's most beautiful parks. So how about going there to see the Olympic and Paralympic ceremonies and live broadcasts on a big screen?

In the 9th arrondissement

The 9th arrondissement is as varied as it is culturally rich. And that's not about to stop with the Paris 2024 Games! For the duration of the event, residents will be able to go to the forecourt of their town hall to watch live broadcasts of the Olympic and Paralympic ceremonies and events. That's all there is to it.

In the 10th arrondissement

With its quaint hidden passageways and the renowned canal that bisects it from north to south, the 10th arrondissement never fails to captivate. When it comes to sport, the 10th arrondissement town hall also has its finger on the pulse. At the Grange-aux-Belles sports field, close to Place du Colonel-Fabien, residents will have the opportunity to view the different Olympic and Paralympic ceremonies and events on a large screen!

In the 11th arrondissement

The 11th arrondissement, known for its trendy, festive, and eclectic character, has organized a program that lives up to its reputation for the Paris 2024 Games. For fans of sport and Olympic and Paralympic feats, for example, Place Léon-Blum is the place to be. The reason? A giant screen will broadcast live the Olympic and Paralympic ceremonies, events and finals.

In the 12th arrondissement

With the Coulée Verte, Jardin de Reuilly, and the Parc de Bercy, the 12th arrondissement has triumphed in a bold challenge: harmonizing nature with modernity. Boldness is what Olympic and Paralympic athletes will need during the Paris 2024 Games. What's more, local residents will be able to watch them live on a large screen set up in the Jardin de Reuilly.

In the 13th arrondissement

To understand the 13th arrondissement, all you have to do is stroll down the rue de la Butte-aux-Cailles and look east. In the distance, between the small, village-like buildings, you can see the high-rise towers that are so characteristic of the arrondissement. The 13th arrondissement is embracing the "grand écart" in its programming for the Paris 2024 Games: at Parc de Choisy, you can catch the events on a large screen and also participate in a massive Just Dance competition!

In the 14th arrondissement

With the Santé prison, the catacombs and the Observatoire, the 14th arrondissement boasts some of the capital's most astonishing sites. For those wishing to fully immerse themselves in the district's distinctive atmosphere, the Stade Élisabeth is the place to go. There, many great things await the curious, such as the live broadcast of highlights from the Paris 2024 Games.

In the 15th arrondissement

As the capital's most populous arrondissement, the 15th has come up with a summer program that's sure to please everyone, especially sports fans. A large screen has been set up on the town hall square for live broadcasts of the Olympic and Paralympic ceremonies and events.

In the 16th arrondissement

Bois de Boulogne, Roland-Garros, Parc des Princes… The 16th arrondissement offers abundant opportunities to watch and participate in sports activities. And Olympics fans won't be left out, as the Olympic and Paralympic events and ceremonies will be broadcast on a large screen in the Parc Sainte-Périne, as well as in the much-anticipated Parc des Champions.

In the 17th arrondissement

The 17th arrondissement is relatively unknown to Parisians. Yet it has a lot to offer… especially to sports fans! As proof, all Olympic and Paralympic ceremonies, events and finals will be broadcast live on a giant screen in the Parc Martin-Luther-King in the heart of Les Batignolles neighborhood.

In the 18th arrondissement

For sports fans living in the 18th arrondissement, there will be not one, but two places to watch the highlights of the Paris 2024 Games broadcast live: the Jardin d'Éole and Square Serpollet.

In the 19th arrondissement

In the 19th arrondissement of Paris, Olympic and Paralympic sports fans will also be able to watch the various ceremonies and the best events of the Olympic and Paralympic Games. To do so, go to the junction of the Canal Saint-Martin and the Bassin de la Villette, near the Rotonde Stalingrad.

In the 20th arrondissement

Residents of the 20th arrondissement will have the opportunity to view the Olympic and Paralympic athletes' performances on a giant screen set up on the lawn of the Louis-Lumière sports center.