List of Olympic Games host cities

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Overview

The Olympic Games are an international multi-sport event subdivided into summer and winter sporting events. Every four years, the games are hosted by a different city, a tradition that began with the first modern Olympics in Athens, Greece, in 1896. This article provides a comprehensive list of the cities that have hosted the Olympic Games, including both the Summer and Winter Olympics.

Summer Olympic Games

The Summer Olympic Games are held every four years, with the first modern Olympics taking place in Athens, Greece, in 1896. The following is a list of cities that have hosted the Summer Olympics:

A large stadium filled with spectators, with the Olympic rings prominently displayed.
A large stadium filled with spectators, with the Olympic rings prominently displayed.

Winter Olympic Games

The Winter Olympic Games are also held every four years, but they were not introduced until 1924. The following is a list of cities that have hosted the Winter Olympics:

Future Olympic Games

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) selects host cities several years in advance. As of the time of writing, the following cities have been selected to host future Olympic Games:

  • 2024 - Paris, France (Summer)
  • 2026 - Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy (Winter)
  • 2028 - Los Angeles, United States (Summer)
  • 2032 - Brisbane, Australia (Summer)

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