Three opening ceremonies kick off the 2026 World Cup in North America
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 5:07 PM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will begin with three opening ceremonies across Mexico City, Toronto, and Los Angeles. The first ceremony is scheduled for June 11 at 1:30 p.m. ET in Mexico City, featuring Shakira and Burna Boy. The Toronto ceremony will follow on June 12 at the same time, with performers like Alanis Morissette and Alessia Cara. Los Angeles will host the final ceremony later that same day at 7:30 p.m. ET, headlined by Katy Perry. Each ceremony will air 90 minutes before its corresponding match, broadcast on FOX and Telemundo.
- •Mexico City ceremony features Shakira, Burna Boy on June 11.
- •Toronto ceremony includes Alanis Morissette on June 12.
- •Los Angeles ceremony hosted by Katy Perry on June 12.
- •All ceremonies broadcast on FOX and Telemundo.
- •Matches follow immediately after each opening ceremony.
- 5:07 PMYahoo Sports — How to watch all 3 World Cup Opening Ceremonies: TV channel, start times, where to stream free, and more
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