Kansas City Expresses Interest in Hosting 2028 Olympic Torch Relay

Kansas City, MO, August 21, 2026 —

Kansas City officials have taken a significant step toward potentially hosting a segment of the Olympic torch relay leading up to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games. City leaders have officially approved an ordinance signaling their intent to be considered as a stop for the prestigious event.

The approved ordinance not only formalizes the city’s interest but also lays the groundwork for allocating potential funding towards public safety measures that would be required to support such a high-profile event. The specifics of the financial commitment were not detailed in the ordinance, but the move indicates a serious consideration of the logistical and security needs.

This potential involvement would mark a return of the Olympic flame to Kansas City. The city previously welcomed the Olympic torch during the relay for the 2002 Winter Olympics. The exact route and potential hosting dates for the 2028 relay have not yet been determined by Olympic organizers.

Story summarized from the original created by Daniela Leon on www.kshb.com, see more information here.