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The Games

Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games in numbers. Up in lights

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It’s our moment in the spotlight. Our opportunity for the Sunshine State to shine. Queenslanders can take pride in hosting the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, and celebrate what’s great about our state. From sporting achievements at a global level to infrastructure we can all enjoy well before, and long after the Games have wrapped, there’s so much to be excited about.

The countdown is on…

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Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games – a snapshot

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What

Olympic Games

28 sports

Paralympic Games

22 sports

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When

Olympic Games

23 July – 8 August 2032

Paralympic Games

24 August – 5 September 2032

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Who

Olympic Games

16,000 athletes and officials

Paralympic Games

8,000 athletes and officials

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Brisbane 2032 is Queensland’s time to shine.

Events will be hosted across three key zones – Brisbane, Sunshine Coast and Gold Coast – with some events being held in regional Queensland and two interstate venues in Sydney and Melbourne.

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Olympic Sports

22

Paralympic sports

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29 days of competition (4 weeks)

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Broadcast to 200 nations

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24,000+ athletes and officials