How and Where to Stream the Olympics 2024

The Olympic Games are back for 2024, and in one of the world’s most iconic and beloved cities. Break out the wine and crêpes and get ready to watch all the action unfold in Paris!

From July 26 until August 11, the world’s top athletes will compete across 32 sports in 329 events. Over 3 billion people tune in to watch this unmatched spectacle when it comes around every four years [1].

It’s easy to watch the Olympics this year, as long as you have an internet connection.

Here’s a complete guide to how to stream the 2024 Olympics and catch all your favorite events.

Where Can I Stream the Olympics?

For viewers in the United States, Peacock is the go-to streaming service for comprehensive Olympics coverage. As the official streaming home of NBCUniversal’s Olympic content, Peacock will offer live streams of every single event – that’s over 5,000 hours of coverage. NBC Senior Vice President John Jelley stated that this is the most content the Peacock platform has offered in its three years covering the Olympics [2].

A Peacock Premium subscription (starting at $7.99/month) gives you access to:

• Live streams of all 329 medal events
• Full event replays on-demand
• Exclusive Olympics channels with 24/7 coverage
• Documentaries and athlete profiles
• Curated highlights and daily recap shows

While some Olympic content will air on NBC’s broadcast and cable networks, Peacock is the only place to stream every minute of every event live [3].

Other streaming options that will carry some Olympic coverage include:

• YouTube TV
• Hulu + Live TV
• Sling TV
• fuboTV

However, these services only provide access to the Olympic content airing on NBC’s television networks, not the full streaming catalog available on Peacock.

How to Stream the Olympics

To start streaming the Olympics on Peacock, follow these simple steps:

1. Sign up for a Peacock Premium account at PeacockTV.com
2. Download the Peacock app on your preferred streaming device
3. Log in to your account
4. Navigate to the Olympics hub in the app
5. Browse live events, replays, and highlights

Peacock works on most major streaming devices and smart TVs, including Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Android TV, Samsung TVs, LG TVs, Xbox, and PlayStation consoles.

For the best viewing experience:

• Use a high-speed internet connection (at least 25 Mbps recommended)
• Stream on the largest screen available
• Enable notifications for your favorite sports and athletes

How to Watch the Olympics Live

While much of the Olympics action happens overnight or early morning in U.S. time zones, you can still catch plenty of live events throughout the day. Here are some tips for watching live:

• Check the official Olympics schedule to find out when your favorite events are happening
• Use Peacock’s customizable viewing guide to set reminders for must-see competitions
• Turn on Peacock’s Live Notifications to get alerts when big moments are happening
• Tune into NBC’s primetime show each evening for a recap of the day’s best action

Remember, all events will be available for replay on-demand shortly after they conclude live. So even if you miss an event live, you can still watch it in full later.

When do the Olympics Start?

The Paris 2024 Olympic Games officially kick off with the Opening Ceremony on Friday, July 26. However, some events like soccer and archery begin competition a few days earlier.

Key dates to remember:

• July 26: Opening Ceremony
• July 27: First full day of competition
• August 11: Closing Ceremony

Enjoy on the big screen

2024 Olympics Schedule

With 32 sports and hundreds of events, the Olympic schedule can be overwhelming. Here’s a quick overview of when some of the most popular sports will take place:

• Swimming: July 27 – August 4
• Gymnastics: July 27 – August 5
• Track & Field: August 1 – 11
• Basketball: July 27 – August 11
• Soccer: July 24 – August 10

Sports in the 2024 Olympics

The Paris Games will feature 32 sports, but the count expands when you include some of the different variations on each sport. Four new sports are making their Olympic debut in 2024:

• Breaking (breakdancing)
• Skateboarding
• Sport climbing
• Surfing

For a complete list of sports, check the end of this post!

Can I Stream the Olympics Outside the US?

Olympic broadcasting rights are sold by country, so streaming options vary depending on your location. Some major international broadcasters include the following:

• Canada: CBC
• UK: BBC, Eurosport and Discovery+
• Australia: Network Nine, 9Now, and Stan Sport

If you’re traveling abroad during the Games, you may be able to use a VPN service to access your usual home streaming platform. However, be sure to check the terms of service, as some streaming providers prohibit this practice.

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Cheapest Way to Stream the Olympics

For U.S. viewers, Peacock Premium at $7.99/month is the most affordable way to stream comprehensive Olympics coverage. You can sign up just for the Olympic period and cancel after the Games conclude.

Other budget-friendly options:

• Use a free trial of a live TV streaming service
• Watch limited coverage on NBC’s free broadcast channel
• Follow along with free highlights on NBC Olympics social media

Peacock Channel Features

Peacock offers several features to enhance your Olympics viewing:

• Dedicated hubs for each sport
• Live “whip-around" coverage on Gold Zone to get the top action at all times [4]
• Customizable viewing guides
• Multiview options to watch up to 4 events at once

NBC App and Peacock App for Olympics Schedule

The NBC Olympics App and the Peacock TV App let you watch the Olympics on your phone or tablet. The apps also give you some organizing features that will be immensely helpful to focus in on the events you care most about.

1. Browse events by date, sport, or country
2. Set reminders for upcoming competitions
3. Get notifications for medal events and breaking news
4. Create a personalized Olympics playlist

Here are links to download the Olympics app from the Apple Store or Google Play:

• NBC Olympics iOS
• NBC Olympics Android
• Peacock TV iOS
• Peacock TV Android

Only $8 a month

Customized Olympics Recap with AI Announcer

One of Peacock’s most innovative features for the 2024 Games is a personalized daily recap narrated by an AI version of legendary sportscaster Al Michaels. This 10-minute highlight reel will be tailored to your interests based on the sports and athletes you follow in the app.

With so many ways to watch, the 2024 Paris Olympics promise to be more accessible than ever before. That means almost everyone you know will be bonding over the highlights of the Olympics, starting tonight.

If you haven’t done it already, subscribe to your streaming app, and get ready to cheer on the world’s greatest athletes as they go for gold in the City of Light.

FAQs: Stream the Paris Olympics 2024

What’s the best way to stream all Olympic events?

Peacock Premium is the most comprehensive option, offering live streams of all 329 medal events for $7.99/month. With Peacock Premium Plus ($13.99/month), you’ll also be able to download events to watch them later.

When does the 2024 Paris Olympics start and end?

The Olympics officially begin with the Opening Ceremony on July 26 and conclude with the Closing Ceremony on August 11, 2024.

Can I watch the Olympics for free?

Limited free coverage is available on social media, but full access requires a paid streaming service.

How can I watch the Olympics if I’m traveling outside the U.S.?

International broadcasters offer coverage in different countries, or you may be able to use a VPN to access your home streaming service.

What new sports are in the 2024 Olympics?

The Paris Games will introduce four new sports: breaking (breakdancing), skateboarding, sport climbing, and surfing.

Can I stream the Olympics in Spanish?

On Peacock, you can get extensive live coverage from Telemundo and Universo to watch the 2024 Paris Olympics en Español.

How fast should my internet be to stream the Olympics?

You only need 5 Mbps download speed to stream the Olympics on most devices. Remember that each person streaming from that connection will need that much speed, so if you have 4 people streaming the Olympics in your house on separate devices, you would need at least 20 Mbps download speed. If you also have several other devices running, you’ll probably want the minimum high-speed connection of 100 Mbps to run everything at once.

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What are all the sports in the 2024 Olympics?

Here is a complete list of 2024 Summer Olympic sports from Olympics.com [5]:

Sources

[1] Statista.com. “Total Number of Viewers for Olympic Games Worldwide."

[2] TheVerge.com. “How to Watch the Olympic Games 2024."

[3] NBCOlympics.com. “FAQs."

[4] PeacockTV.com. “Olympics."

[5]Olympics.com. “Sports."

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Rosslyn Elliott

Rosslyn Elliott has over a decade of experience as a writer, editor, and in-house journalist. She earned a B.A. in English from Yale University and has written professionally in many fields including technology and IT. She has won kudos for her work helping tech startups establish their brands. Having lived all over the USA, Rosslyn has first-hand knowledge of the strengths and quirks of top internet service providers. She now writes on all things internet, including Wi-Fi technology, fiber infrastructure, satellite internet, and the digital divide. As a TV fan, she also enjoys reviewing channel choices and cool gadgets for satellite TV and streaming services. Her personal experience as a researcher, career changer, and remote worker inspires her to guide others to their own online opportunities. After work, she likes to kick back with a good craft beer and speculate about A.I. with friends.