A Central Ritual

Lighting the Olympic Cauldron

A Central Ritual

Lighting the Olympic cauldron is a central ritual for each opening ceremony as hosts invent ever more spectacular ways to ignite the flame.

Beijing 2022

Fireworks exploded over the Olympic rings during the opening ceremony of the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympic Games at the National Stadium.

Paris 2024

On 26 July 2024, the largest-ever Olympic Games Opening Ceremony will take place. Paris 2024 has announced the start time for the ceremony at 18:30 BST.

The ceremony is expected to last just under three hours.

Illuminating the Eiffel Tower

The Eiffel Tower will be illuminated during the opening ceremony of the 2024 Summer Olympics on Friday, July 26, 2024.

Conclusion

The lighting of the Olympic cauldron is a powerful symbol of unity and hope. It marks the beginning of the Games and inspires athletes and spectators alike.