Atlanta Selected as U.S. Starting Point for LA28 Olympic Torch Relay
LA28 has selected Atlanta, Georgia, as the U.S. starting point for the Olympic torch relay.
Atlanta, GA, September 29, 2026 — LA28, the organizing committee for the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles, has announced that Atlanta, Georgia, will serve as the U.S. starting point for the Olympic torch relay. The announcement marks a significant milestone in the lead-up to the Los Angeles Games, establishing the initial location for the iconic torch’s journey across the United States before its arrival in California.
The selection of Atlanta for this prominent role highlights the city’s historical connection to the Olympic Games. Atlanta previously hosted the Centennial Olympic Games in 1996, a major international sporting event that left a lasting impact on the city and its infrastructure. This historical context is likely a contributing factor in LA28’s decision.
The Olympic torch relay is a tradition that builds anticipation and connects communities as the flame travels towards the host city. Its U.S. starting point is a position of considerable prestige, signifying the official commencement of the domestic leg of the relay. The specific date for the relay’s commencement in Atlanta and the planned route details were not immediately provided.
Details regarding the organizations or individuals involved in the selection process beyond LA28, the specific criteria used to choose Atlanta, or the planned duration of the relay through various states are expected to be released in subsequent announcements. The journey of the Olympic flame is intended to engage the public and celebrate the spirit of the Games across the nation.
As the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics draw nearer, further information about the torch relay, including the full itinerary and participating torchbearers, is anticipated to be made public by the LA28 organizing committee. The selection of Atlanta sets the stage for the relay’s commencement, underscoring the enduring legacy and broad reach of the Olympic movement in the United States.
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