2026 World Cup: three spectacular opening ceremonies in Mexico, Toronto and Los Angeles
By OnzeActu · · 2 min read
The 2026 World Cup is an event with three exceptional opening ceremonies organized in Mexico, Toronto and Los Angeles, bringing together local and international artists before the kickoff of the opening matches in each of the host countries.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup marks an unprecedented turning point in the history of international football by organizing not one, but three opening ceremonies, each in one of the host countries: Mexico, Canada and the United States. These festivities span two days and precede the first matches of the competition, highlighting the cultural and musical diversity of North America and the world.
Mexico: Festive kick-off in Mexico City
The first opening ceremony was held on Thursday June 11, 2026 at the Mexico City Stadium. On the program, a vibrant show carried by major artists from the Latin American and international scene including the group Maná, Alejandro Fernández, Belinda, Lila Downs, Los Ángeles Azules, as well as the South African star Tyla, the Nigerian Burna Boy and the singers J Balvin, Shakira and Danny Ocean. This ceremony preceded the opening match between Mexico and South Africa.
Canada: the party continues in Toronto
On Friday June 12, 2026, the second ceremony took place in Toronto, highlighting a line-up of artists from multiple backgrounds: Alanis Morissette, Alessia Cara, Jessie Reyez, Michael Bublé, Nora Fatehi, William Prince, without forgetting Elyanna, Sanjoy and finally Vegedream, representing France on the world stage. The Canada - Bosnia-Herzegovina match kicked off following these festivities.
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United States: a scene on a global scale in Los Angeles
The same day, the last ceremony took place at the legendary SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, just before the United States - Paraguay match. This time, the show was provided by international stars like Katy Perry, LISA, Rema, Anitta and Future, confirming the organizers' desire to open the competition under the sign of show and global diversity.
Where to follow the ceremonies and matches?
If American viewers can follow these ceremonies on FOX channels, football fans in France will have to turn to official broadcasters so as not to miss all the emotions of the World Cup. Please note that all matches, from the opening on June 11 to the final on July 19 at the New York New Jersey Stadium, will be broadcast live on partner platforms according to the rights of each country.
With these three major ceremonies, the 2026 World Cup is already establishing itself as an extraordinary global cultural and sporting event, marking the start of a tournament where celebration and football become one.