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2026 World Cup Opening Ceremonies: How to Watch, Who is Performing, Start Times

  • The World Cup will open with a first-ever three ceremonies across three host countries — Mexico on June 11, then Canada and the United States on June 12 — before the opening matches.
  • Expect star-studded, regionally themed lineups (Mexico features acts like Maná, Shakira and J Balvin; Canada includes Alanis Morissette and Michael Bublé; the U.S. show spotlights Katy Perry, LISA and Anitta).
  • All ceremonies and matches stream on FOX One and air on the FOX family (FOX/FS1); Tubi will simulcast the Mexico and U.S. ceremonies and their opening games for free.
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