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LA's Super Stadiums: Ready for Global Games?
9 Apr
Summary
- SoFi Stadium will host 8 World Cup matches and Olympic swimming.
- The Intuit Dome is the most tech-forward arena, hosting Olympic basketball.
- Cosm Los Angeles offers an immersive way to watch sports without attending live events.
Los Angeles is undergoing a significant transformation as it prepares to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup and the 2028 Olympic Games. The city is not only focusing on infrastructure but also on refining its identity to welcome global visitors. Key sporting venues are being upgraded to accommodate these major events.
SoFi Stadium, a $5 billion complex, is slated to host eight World Cup matches and will be the site for Olympic swimming, featuring the largest pool in Olympic history. Nearby, the $2 billion Intuit Dome, opened in 2024, is set to host all basketball games for the 2028 Olympics. This technologically advanced arena boasts features like facial recognition entry and an app for in-seat food ordering.
Beyond these mega-venues, Crypto.com Arena in Downtown LA remains a cultural hub where sport and celebrity converge. It will host gymnastics for the 2028 Olympics. For an alternative viewing experience, Cosm Los Angeles offers an immersive environment with an 87-foot LED Dome, making viewers feel present at live games, even replicating an Allegiant Stadium experience.
Amidst the preparations, the city also offers unique wellness experiences, such as the Love.Life: Holistic Health + Wellness Club in El Segundo, a membership-based 'wellness country club' focusing on longevity. Travelers can also explore innovative dining at The Original Farmers Market at The Grove, which has evolved to include upscale options like Sora and Ettore Vino e Cucina, alongside dedicated vegan marketplaces.
