There's a party going on in Paris
Updated on 09/08/2024
That's no umbrella… it's a parasol
The opening ceremony was rather wet. But the sun made up for it later.
That's no umbrella… it's a parasol
The opening ceremony was rather wet. But the sun made up for it later.
Selfie!
BMX freestyler Matthias Dandois takes a selfie with spectators after his BMX demonstration at the Terrasse des Jeux, on the Hôtel de Ville forecourt (Paris Centre).
Selfie!
BMX freestyler Matthias Dandois takes a selfie with spectators after his BMX demonstration at the Terrasse des Jeux, on the Hôtel de Ville forecourt (Paris Centre).
The little Montmartre cheerleader
Like this boy, the fans set the atmosphere ablaze as the cyclists passed through Montmartre (18th district).
The little Montmartre cheerleader
Like this boy, the fans set the atmosphere ablaze as the cyclists passed through Montmartre (18th district).
Don't come empty-handed
At the Games venues, spectators can relish the food and drink stalls just as much as they appreciate the performances of the French athletes!
Don't come empty-handed
At the Games venues, spectators can relish the food and drink stalls just as much as they appreciate the performances of the French athletes!
"La belle vie"
Locals and tourists mingle on the capital's terraces.
"La belle vie"
Locals and tourists mingle on the capital's terraces.
The return of the Phrygian hat
The official mascot, the Phryge, is everywhere!
The return of the Phrygian hat
The official mascot, the Phryge, is everywhere!
Front row seats
To get the best seat, you sometimes had to arrive early… or simply open your windows!
Front row seats
To get the best seat, you sometimes had to arrive early… or simply open your windows!
Twice as likely to be happy
Like this fan, having two countries at heart means more medals.
Twice as likely to be happy
Like this fan, having two countries at heart means more medals.
Montmartre en fête
Rue Muller and the surrounding Montmartre area, in the 18th district, were bustling more than usual as the road races went through.
Montmartre en fête
Rue Muller and the surrounding Montmartre area, in the 18th district, were bustling more than usual as the road races went through.
Bowler hat?
Some fans come up with some very creative designs !
Bowler hat?
Some fans come up with some very creative designs !
Sharing passions
Exuberance was to be seen everywhere all over festivity sites.
Sharing passions
Exuberance was to be seen everywhere all over festivity sites.
Taming the bike
Matthias Dandois showcased his BMX skills to spectators at the Terrasse des Jeux (Paris Centre).
Taming the bike
Matthias Dandois showcased his BMX skills to spectators at the Terrasse des Jeux (Paris Centre).
Pride and celebration
Set up on a barge in the 7th arrondissement, the Pride House is a festive venue created to support and celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community.
Pride and celebration
Set up on a barge in the 7th arrondissement, the Pride House is a festive venue created to support and celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community.
Bringing the asphalt to life
A fan writes a message of support in chalk on the road race course.
Bringing the asphalt to life
A fan writes a message of support in chalk on the road race course.
Cocorico !
A French cockerel always makes an appearance.
Cocorico !
A French cockerel always makes an appearance.
US fans were out in force
Among the international tourists flocking to Paris, 15% are from the United States. Find out more.
US fans were out in force
Among the international tourists flocking to Paris, 15% are from the United States. Find out more.
All-round DJ
During the torch relay, DJ SUAT provided entertainment from the Canal Saint-Martin.
All-round DJ
During the torch relay, DJ SUAT provided entertainment from the Canal Saint-Martin.
In Olympic form
A spectator with the Olympic flag at Sacré-Coeur (18th arrondissement), during the road race.
In Olympic form
A spectator with the Olympic flag at Sacré-Coeur (18th arrondissement), during the road race.
Waiting
The French public waited 100 hundred years for the chance to host the Olympics again.
Waiting
The French public waited 100 hundred years for the chance to host the Olympics again.
A coffee and a medal please
In between intensive viewing sessions of the Paris 2024 Games, some fans took a break.
A coffee and a medal please
In between intensive viewing sessions of the Paris 2024 Games, some fans took a break.
Rio-Paris, Olympic connection
In 2016, the Brazilian capital brilliantly hosted the Olympic and Paralympic Games. It was Paris' turn this time.
Rio-Paris, Olympic connection
In 2016, the Brazilian capital brilliantly hosted the Olympic and Paralympic Games. It was Paris' turn this time.