2026 World Cup Opening Ceremonies Performers: Shakira, Katy Perry, Lisa And More

BusinessHollywood & Entertainment2026 World Cup Opening Ceremonies Performers: Shakira, Katy Perry, Lisa And MoreByMonica Mercuri,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Monica is an entertainment reporter covering TV, film, and music.Follow AuthorJun 11, 2026, 01:00pm EDTShakira at Global Citizen x FIFA World Cup Final Panel at Global Citizen NOW held at Spring Studios on May 14, 2026 in New York, New York. (Photo by Stephanie Augello/Variety via Getty Images)Variety via Getty ImagesThe 2026 FIFA World Cup is getting a star-studded kickoff. The tournament is hosting three opening ceremonies across Mexico, Canada and the United States, and each celebration will include performances from global artists, including Shakira, Burna Boy, Katy Perry, Future, Lisa, Alanis Morissette and more.The celebrations begin in Mexico City on June 11 before moving to Toronto and Los Angeles the following day. In addition to airing live performances, each ceremony will showcase the culture, music and spirit of its host nation.Forbes2026 World Cup Opening Ceremony Schedule: How To Watch In Mexico, Canada And The U.S.By Monica MercuriThe three ceremonies will take place ahead of Group A matches. Mexico’s opening event will precede the tournament’s first game between Mexico and South Africa on June 11. On June 12, Toronto will host Canada’s opening ceremony before Canada takes on Bosnia and Herzegovina, while Los Angeles will stage the U.S. celebration ahead of the United States' opening match against Paraguay.From Grammy-winning musicians and international pop stars to actors, here are all the performers set to participate in the 2026 FIFA World Cup's three opening ceremonies.MORE FOR YOUWho Is Performing At The 2026 World Cup Opening Ceremony In Mexico?PARIS, FRANCE - APRIL 18: Burna Boy performs live on stage at Stade de France on April 18, 2025 in Paris, France. (Photo by Kristy Sparow/Getty Images)Getty ImagesShakira and Burna B...