The 8 Metre was a sailing event on the Sailing at the 1932 Summer Olympics program in Los Angeles Harbor.

The marks were laid by the United States Lighthouse Service in the form of large Government.

Visiting yachts were kept at a safe distance from the racing boats by the US Coast Guard.

Tows were arranged by the US Navy to and from Los Angeles Harbor to the race area.

During the Sailing regattas at the 1932 Summer Olympics among others the following persons were competing in the 8 Metre: