Football fans can expect massive entertainment at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. FIFA has officially announced the complete lineup of music artists performing at the global event.
For the first time in the history of the tournament, there will be three separate opening ceremonies. These will take place across the three host nations: Mexico, Canada, and the United States. In addition, fans will get to watch the first-ever World Cup final halftime show.
The football action and musical events begin on June 11 and conclude on July 19.
Mexico Opening Ceremony
The very first opening event happens in Mexico City on June 11. It will start right before the opening match of the tournament. The show will celebrate rich Mexican culture, featuring modern music, traditional dance, and Indigenous talent.
The official performers for Mexico include:
- Alejandro Fernández
- Belinda
- Danny Ocean
- J Balvin
- Lila Downs
- Los Ángeles Azules
- Maná
- Tyla
Canada Opening Ceremony
The following day, on June 12, Canada will host its ceremony in Toronto. This event begins 90 minutes before the local kick-off. The performance will focus on themes of diversity and community spirit. It will also display a special mosaic-inspired version of the famous World Cup trophy.
The confirmed artists for Canada are:
- Alanis Morissette
- Alessia Cara
- Elyanna
- Jessie Reyez
- Michael Bublé
- Nora Fatehi
- Sanjoy
- Vegedream
- William Prince
United States Opening Ceremony
Also on June 12, the United States will present its opening show in Los Angeles. Starting 90 minutes before the match, the ceremony will use huge digital visuals and creative storytelling.
The star-studded lineup for the United States includes:
- Anitta
- Future
- Katy Perry
- LISA
- Rema
- Tyla
Historic Final Halftime Show
The biggest entertainment surprise for 2026 is the final halftime show. This historic performance is scheduled for July 19 at the New York/New Jersey Stadium. Music icons Madonna and Shakira will share the main stage with the global pop group BTS.
Chris Martin from the band Coldplay is helping organize this massive show. The performance is tied to a good cause, partnering with Global Citizen. The goal is to raise $100 million to improve children’s education and support local football programs around the world
Where to Stream the Performances Live
If you cannot attend the games in person or do not have regular television access, you can still watch these amazing performances. FIFA and regional broadcasters have provided several online streaming options for fans across the globe.
Here are the official streaming platforms where you can watch the opening ceremonies and halftime show live:
- Global Access (YouTube): YouTube is now an official preferred platform for the 2026 World Cup. Many regional broadcasters will stream the opening ceremonies and the first 10 minutes of matches for free on their official YouTube channels.
- FIFA+: The official FIFA application and website will provide highlights, behind-the-scenes footage, and selected live coverage of the entertainment events.
- United States: Fans can stream the performances live on Tubi (which is offering a free 4K simulcast of the opening ceremonies), YouTube TV, the Fox Sports App, and Peacock for Spanish commentary.
- Sub-Saharan Africa: Viewers can log into DStv Stream and Showmax to catch the live broadcasts provided by SuperSport.
- United Kingdom: The opening events and halftime show will be available to stream for free on BBC iPlayer and ITVX.
- Canada: Canadian fans can watch their local Toronto ceremony and the rest of the performances live on TSN+ and Crave.
Make sure to download the correct application for your region and check your local time zone settings. Since the ceremonies are happening in North America, some viewers around the world will need to tune in late at night or early in the morning.
