There's much excitement in Orlando about the 2024 Summer Olympics, which officially kick off on June 26 in France. The Paris 2024 Olympics Opening Ceremony starts at 1:30 p.m. Orlando-time on Sunday, June 26. Once the Summer Olympics are officially underway, they run through August 11. There are a few Olympics watch parties and events in Orlando, all themed around celebrating this summer sporting event.
If you and your partner are looking forward to cheering on Team USA in Olympic events like gymnastics, soccer, and swimming, you've come to the right place. From restaurants holding event watch parties to movie theaters showing the Opening Ceremonies, there's something for every Team USA fan.
Here's a list of some of the best spots in Orlando to enjoy a 2024 Olympics celebration.
Olympics Watch Parties in Orlando
The Milk District's Olympic-Style Bites and Bar Crawl
On July 26, walk or bike from stop-to-stop in the Milk District during the Milky Way Olympics Bar and Bites Crawl. From 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Friday, July 26, there will be exclusive food and drink stops, a Team USA costume contest, swag for the first 100 guests and more.
Crawl wristbands cost $10 per person in advance and can be picked up between 6 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. on the night of the event.
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NBC's Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony in IMAX
Catch the excitement of the Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony from your closest participating AMC movie theater with an IMAX presentation of NBC's Opening Ceremony coverage. On-screen coverage of the Opening Ceremonies begins at 1:30 p.m. at theaters like the AMC at Altamonte Mall. AMC theaters will also show select Olympic events in watch party formats throughout the 2024 Summer Olympics in various locations.
Orlando City Soccer Club and Orlando Pride
Orlando City SC and Orlando Pride will host a few watch events for men's and women's soccer, supporting several Orlando players who are competing in Paris. These events are:
- Brazil vs. Nigeria (Women's National Teams) at American Social Bar & Kitchen Orlando | 1 p.m. on Thursday, July 25
- US vs. Zambia (Women's National Teams) at American Social Bar & Kitchen Orlando | 3 p.m. on Thursday, July 25
- US vs. New Zealand (Men's National Teams) at Game Room and Social Club | 1 p.m. on Saturday, July 27
- 2024 Women’s Gold Medal Match at American Social Bar & Kitchen Orlando | 11 a.m. on Saturday, Aug.10
Stadium Club at Caribe Royale Orlando
Stadium Club, the 500-seat, sports-themed facility at Caribe Royale Orlando, will be open for Summer Olympics viewing from July 26 through August 11.
Reservations for Stadium Club can be made in advance online, making it a great spot to reserve a table for a meal during some of your favorite Olympic events, which will be shown on the facility's large viewing screens.
Bonus Idea: Caribe Royale Orlando’s “Wake Up In Paris” breakfast
Get into the spirit of the 2024 Paris Olympics with Caribe Royale Orlando’s “Wake Up In Paris” breakfast, offered through their in-suite dining. Dine on a Parisian-inspired breakfast from the comfort of your resort room, while enjoying the Olympic games on TV. The breakfast includes 2 crepes stuffed with chocolate, strawberries, and bananas and dusted with powdered sugar, as well as chilled orange juice and hot coffee, for $23. Offered to resort guests from July 26 through August 11.
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Universal Orlando Resort
At Universal Orlando Resort, there will be ongoing celebrations of the Olympics. There's an NBC Olympic Zone at Universal CityWalk's Music Plaza with photo ops and an NBC Sports watch party.
And, Today Café, located inside Universal Studios Florida, will have an Olympic medal-themed macaroon on its menu during the games, plus there is currently a Parisian-themed food truck and a few Coke specialty cocktails and mocktails at Universal Studios.
NBC Sports Olympic Zone located in Music Plaza in Universal Studios Florida, guests can enjoy:
- Olympic themed photo ops
- Exclusive F&B like Pommes Frites Cone, Framboise Exotique and more
- Peacock Olympic channel viewing
Within Universal CityWalk, guests can enjoy:
- Viewing parties at NBC Sports Grill & Brew
- Limited time F&B at NBC Sports Grill & Brew like Cheeseburger Croquettes, French Onion Dip Patty Melt and more
Have fun cheering on Team USA!
