The Tokyo 2020 Olympics and Paralympics was delayed a year, but the world is arguably in a stronger place after sharing the experience of the global pandemic together.
While the competitions will start on July 21 in baseball, softball, and soccer, the Opening Ceremony will truly kick-off the international games.
Where and When does the opening ceremony begin?
The 2020 Opening Ceremony is on Friday, July 23 at Olympic Stadium in Tokyo. The Tokyo Olympics opening ceremony takes place at Friday, July 23 at 7 a.m. EST.
The nation of Japan rebuilt the new stadium where the National Stadium, the host arena of the 1964 Olympic Games, once stood.