2028 Los Angeles Olympics Torch Relay to Begin in Atlanta, Tour All 50 States
The torch relay for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics will commence in Atlanta, Georgia, and subsequently traverse all 50 U.S. states before reaching the Games.
Waco Temple Bryan, TX, September 29, 2026 — The torch relay for the upcoming 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games is set to begin its journey in Atlanta, Georgia. From its starting point, the relay will undertake an extensive route across the United States, with plans to visit all 50 states before ultimately arriving at the Games.
This announcement details the initial phase and the broad scope of the torch relay for the 2028 Summer Olympics. Atlanta, a city with significant Olympic history, having hosted the Centennial Games in 1996, has been selected as the starting location for this momentous event.
Following its departure from Atlanta, the Olympic flame will embark on a cross-country tour. The relay’s itinerary is designed to encompass every state within the U.S. This nationwide progression is intended to build anticipation and engagement for the Los Angeles Games as the torch makes its way to the host city.
Specific details regarding the route through each state, the dates of the relay, and the individuals who will carry the torch have not yet been publicly disclosed. Further information is expected to be released by organizers as the planning for the 2028 Olympics progresses.
The 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games are scheduled to take place in the summer of 2028. The selection of Atlanta as the starting point and the commitment to visiting all 50 states underscore a national approach to launching the Games, aiming to involve communities across the country in the Olympic tradition.
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