The 2024 Paralympics in Paris kicks off on this evening (28 August 2024).

For UK viewers live coverage of the Opening Ceremony will be airing on Channel 4 at 6:30 pm.

The event will also be available on 4seven and Channel 4’s streaming service, featuring in-vision signing and open descriptive commentary.

Daily coverage begins most mornings at 8 am on Channel 4 and continues through to late evening, every day until the Closing Ceremony on Sunday, 8th September.

Channel 4 News will air at 6 pm during the Paralympics, making room for uninterrupted sports coverage.

“The Last Leg,” a show first introduced during Channel 4’s London 2012 Paralympic coverage, will provide a comedic recap of the day’s events.

More 4 will broadcast a second stream of live events daily from 9 am to 9 pm.

Channel 4 Sport’s YouTube channel will stream 18 concurrent events, offering comprehensive coverage across TV, mobile, tablet, and PC.

Full live stream coverage will also be available on Channel 4’s streaming platform.

All content will include subtitles, with Channel 4’s prime-time live sports featuring closed audio description. Additionally, weekday afternoon live sports on More 4 and Channel 4 Streaming will include BSL live signing.

The Paralympics is a major international sports event where athletes with disabilities compete across various disciplines, showcasing incredible skill, determination, and resilience. Originating in 1960, the Paralympics has grown into a global celebration of sportsmanship, with the 2024 edition set to captivate audiences worldwide.

The event highlights a range of disabilities, including physical, visual, and intellectual impairments, with athletes competing in sports such as wheelchair basketball, para-swimming, and athletics. The Paralympics not only offers thrilling sports entertainment but also plays a crucial role in challenging stereotypes and promoting inclusivity.