Ceremonies

Fireworks light up the stadium during the Opening Ceremony
Fireworks light up the stadium during the Opening Ceremony
Fireworks light up the sky after the Queen declares the Paralympic Games open.

The Paralympic Opening and Closing Ceremonies will be dazzling spectaculars that embrace the Paralympic values of courage, determination, inspiration and equality. They will feature a cast of thousands, stunning sets and incredible special effects. The Team Welcome Ceremonies formally invite every nation to the Games, while the Victory Ceremonies are the moments every athlete has worked towards.

Opening Ceremonies

The Opening Ceremony is a celebration showcasing the best of the Host Country. The eyes of the world turned to London for the Opening Ceremony of the London 2012 Paralympic Games on 29 August 2012.

Closing Ceremonies

The Closing Ceremony will celebrate the achievements of athletes at the London 2012 Paralympic Games.

Team Welcome Ceremonies

Team Welcome Ceremonies offer a formal welcome to athletes in advance of the Opening Ceremony.

Victory Ceremonies

Victory Ceremonies are at the heart of the Games and provide individual athletes with the chance to bask in the glory of their achievements.


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