The Paris 2024 Paralympic Games are set to begin on August 28, promising a spectacular and inclusive opening ceremony on the Champs-Elysées and Place de la Concorde.

Directed by Thomas Jolly, the event will feature a parade of 4,400 athletes from 184 delegations, including 240 French athletes.

The ceremony, designed to be both festive and political, will showcase performances never seen before, with choreography by Alexander Ekman, who has collaborated with dancers with disabilities.

The event aims to highlight the values of inclusivity and equality, with music by Victor Le Masne and costumes by Daphné Bürki.

Security measures will be tight, with 15,000 police officers ensuring safety.

Tickets for the ceremony are still available, ranging from 150 to 700 euros.