Ballon d'Or 2024: Venue, date, time, favourites and how to watch award ceremony

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The 2024 Ballon d'Or ceremony will be held tonight at the iconic Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris, France
Vinicius Junior and Aitana Bonmati are expected to be announced as the winners of the men's and women's Ballon d'Or, respectively
Legit.ng has compiled an all-you-need-to-know piece about the 2024 Ballon d'Or ceremony, including where to watch

Tonight, the football world will focus all its attention on Paris, where the best in the game from last season will be feted.

It promises to be another action-packed event full of memories, drama and joy when the game's elite congregate at the Théâtre du Châtelet.

Théâtre du Châtelet, 2024 Ballon d'Or ceremony, Didier Drogba, Vinicius Junior, Rodri, Aitana Bonmati

Ahead of the ceremony, Legit.ng breaks down everything you need to know about the event.

Where and when is the 2024 Ballon d'Or ceremony?

The 2024 Ballon d'Or ceremony will take place on Monday, October 28, 2024, in Paris, France.

What time is the 2024 Ballon d'Or ceremony?

The official ceremony will start at 10:45 PM EAT (8:45 PM Paris Time).

The red carpet event will start two hours earlier where the guests will walk in with their family members and pose for photos.

Where is the Ballon d'Or 2024 award ceremony being held?

The 2024 Ballon d'Or ceremony will take place at Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris, France.

Where to watch the 2024 Ballon d'Or ceremony

The ceremony will be streamed live on Multichoice (DSTV Channel 223 in Kenya) for sub-saharan viewers.

It will be shown to audiences across the world on the L'Equipe YouTube channel.

Who will host the 2024 Ballon d'Or ceremony?

Chelsea legend Didier Drogba and French-British journalist Sandy Heribert are expected to host this year's awards once again.

What awards will be handed out at the 2024 Ballon d'Or ceremony?

Ten awards will be handed out at the ceremony: the men's and women's Ballon d'Or, the Kopa Trophy(U-21), the Yashin Trophy (Best Goalkeeper), the Gerd Muller trophy (top scorer), the Socrates Award (humanitarian work), the men's and women's coach of the year, and the men's and women's club of the year.

Who are the favourites to win awards at the 2024 Ballon d'Or ceremony?

Vinicius Junior is widely expected to win the men's award, while Aitana Bonmati is on course to retain her women's Ballon d'Or. Legit.ng has also done the final 2024 Ballon d'Or rankings ahead of the ceremony.

Who are the reigning holders of the Ballon d'Or award?

Lionel Messi won a record-extending eighth crown last year after beating Erling Haaland to the vote. Barcelona striker Bonmati won the women's Ballon d'Or.