The Olympics 2021—already historic in their postponement—are finally here! And trust us, they're going to be epic. This year, women make up 54% of Team USA (which is the most women competing in history) and the roster is stacked. Allyson Felix, the most decorated track and field athlete ever, will be solidifying her legacy in her fifth Olympics; Simone Biles, the most decorated gymnast ever, will be blowing our minds with never-before-competed Olympic skills; the women of USA Basketball will be going for their seventh consecutive gold medal; the USWNT is back and ready to dominate as they continue their fight for equal pay; and surfing and skateboarding are making their Olympic debut with some insanely cool women on the roster. You're going to want to catch it all.
Here's everything you need to know about the Olympics 2021 and where to see all the action.
When are the Olympics?
The Olympics 2021 kick off on Friday, July 23 and run through Sunday August 8. The Opening Ceremony will be broadcast live on NBC at 7 a.m. ET—if you're not up for the wake up call, you can catch a full rebroadcast that evening at 7:30 p.m. ET.
The action isn't over in August. The Paralympic Games start on Tuesday August 24 and run through Sunday, September 5.
Where are the 2020 Olympics?
The 2020 Olympics—now obviously taking place in 2021 due to the coronavirus pandemic—are still happening in Tokyo. Though there's been plenty of controversy around the decision to move forward. Government officials declared a state of emergency due to rates of COVID-19 cases, so spectators will not be allowed at any of the events. Similarly, athletes traveling to Tokyo for the games face strict restrictions and family members were not permitted to travel with them.
How to watch the Olympics
Luckily, there are plenty of ways to stream the Games. You can catch coverage on NBC (which will also be streaming the action at NBCOlympics.com), via the NBC Sports app, or on Peacock. Check out our full guide to how to watch the Olympics.