TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - After four years of anticipation, fans are finally gearing up for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. For the first time in tournament history, the grand event will be jointly hosted by three countries—the United States, Mexico, and Canada—with each nation set to host an equally spectacular opening ceremony.
Featuring a star-studded lineup of global music icons, the World Cup opening ceremonies are expected to deliver an entertainment spectacle rivaling some of the world's biggest music festivals. It will take place prior to the matches, scheduled for June 11 in Mexico and June 12 in Toronto and Los Angeles.
Who’s performing at the 2026 World Cup?
Ninety minutes before the opening match between Mexico and South Africa, Estadio Azteca in Mexico City will welcome global superstars Shakira and Burna Boy to perform the tournament's official song, "Dai Dai." The pair will be joined by a star-studded lineup that includes Alejandro Fernández, Belinda, Danny Ocean, J Balvin, Lila Downs, Los Ángeles Azules, Maná, and Tyla.
Meanwhile, Canada will stage its own opening celebration at Toronto Stadium. Michael Bublé and Alanis Morissette are among the headline performers, alongside Alessia Cara, Elyanna, Jessie Reyez, Nora Fatehi, Vegedream, and William Prince. The artists are expected to energize the crowd before Canada takes on Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Los Angeles will also host a dedicated opening ceremony, featuring an international lineup that includes Katy Perry, Future, Anitta, LISA, Rema, and Tyla. According to Olympics.com, the three ceremonies are designed to celebrate the unique blend of music, culture, and football that defines the FIFA World Cup.
Where is the World Cup opening ceremony in 2026?
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup is being hosted across three nations, its opening ceremonies will follow the same trilateral format. Mexico will host the tournament's first opening ceremony at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, while Toronto Stadium will stage Canada's opening celebration and SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles will host the United States' festivities.
What time is the opening ceremony for the World Cup?
Each of the three opening ceremonies will begin 90 minutes before the host nation's first match. According to Al Jazeera, here’s the schedule for the opening ceremonies across the three host countries, written in their respective local times:
Mexico (June 11)
11.00 – Opening ceremony starts
12.10 – Team warm-ups
13.00 – Mexico vs South Africa kicks off
Canada (June 12)
13.30 – Opening Opening ceremony starts
15.00 – Canada vs Bosnia and Herzegovina kicks off
Los Angeles (June 12)
16.30 – Opening Opening ceremony starts
18.00 – US vs Paraguay kicks off
Where to watch the 2026 World Cup opening ceremonies
U.S. fans can watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup opening ceremonies on Fox Sports 1. Spanish-language broadcasts will be available on Telemundo and Universo, while free streaming options will be offered through Tubi.
International viewers will also have several broadcast options. In Canada, coverage will be available on CTV, TSN, and RDS, while Mexican fans can tune in via Televisa and TV Azteca. Viewers in the United Kingdom can watch through BBC and ITV.
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