Carson Launches Countdown to LA28 Olympics with 700-Pound Clock, Youth Celebration

Hundreds of Carson youth, alongside Olympic Gold Medalist Steve Lewis and Team USA Rugby Sevens player Marcus Tupuola, will gather on June 24 at Carson Park to mark the official start of the city’s countdown to the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The event will feature the unveiling of a nearly 700-pound Olympic countdown clock and the launch of the Carson Experience, a community initiative designed to connect residents to the Games.

As an official LA28 Venue City, Carson will host multiple Olympic and Paralympic competitions. The Carson Experience aims to engage residents through community events, activations, and celebrations leading up to the 2028 Games, while showcasing local pride and inspiring the next generation. The city’s vision is to be a thriving, diverse destination where residents and businesses can flourish.

The announcement highlights Carson’s Olympic legacy and future. Steve Lewis, a three-time Olympic medalist in track and field, and Marcus Tupuola, a rising star in rugby sevens, will join city leaders and LA28 representatives to celebrate. The event underscores the importance of youth involvement in the lead-up to the Games.

The countdown clock, a tangible symbol of the approaching Games, will be placed in a prominent location to serve as a daily reminder of the excitement ahead. The Carson Experience is part of a broader effort to ensure that residents feel connected to the global event, even as it takes place in neighboring Los Angeles.

For more details, including downloadable images and bios, view the full announcement at this link. Carson’s commitment to engaging its community reflects the city’s mission to enhance quality of life through exceptional services and engagement.

The June 24 event at Carson Park, located at 21411 Orrick Ave, begins at 9:25 a.m. and is open to the public. It marks the beginning of a two-year journey for Carson as it prepares to welcome the world in 2028.

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