OLY PLY PEACE CITIES* ('OPC')!

OPC VISION

Imagine all 63* Host Cities of the Olympic, Paralympic, & Youth Games relighting symbolic flames in a global, unified, and synchronized celebration on the eve of each new set of Games** -- kicking off at LA 2028.  •  To this add on-the-ground local events and programs developed with local PEACE partners promoting the core ideals and values of the Games  (Peace through sport!) to youth and others.  •  Then imagine the entire effort led by athletes and other inspired local officials and stakeholders working together to keep the Spirit of the Games alive, long after the competitions end and the Games move on.   •   This is the essence of OLY PLY PEACE CITIES (OPC).  [* As of 2026; ** OPC Flames (real or proxy) will be relit to coincide with the beginning of each new 'Olympic Truce' period that starts one week before Opening Ceremonies.]

OPC MISSION

Engage and empower Host City athletes and stakeholders.  •  Create a brand-new Olympic & Paralympic tradition within the international movement promoting the essential PEACE mission of the Games  •  Showcase each Host City’s unique traditions, experiences, and hallowed grounds -- uniting all Cities globally as enduring platforms of peace.