FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony Time Table and Performers
You are probably one of the many fans who has been expecting to watch 2026 FIFA World Cup from the day one, including the FIFA World cup 2026 opening ceremony. In fact, fans around the world are counting down this ceremony before the kickoff. For many soccer lovers, including us, this moment is just as exciting as the first match itself. So, let’s talk about it further!
What Time Does the 2026 FIFA World Cup Opening Ceremony Start?
We’ve got the clue that the World Cup 2026 opening ceremony of the 2026 FIFA World Cup takes place shortly before the first match of the tournament. Looking back at the previous tournaments, FIFA usually schedules the ceremony around 30 to 60 minutes before the first kickoff. That gives enough time for everybody to enjoy the show and still feel excited with the game.If the ceremony does start around 6:00 p.m. Mexico City Time, approximate local times would be.
It might be still too early to talk about the details of the opening ceremony as FIFA has not yet released the exact timetable. But what we know is that many experts expect that the ceremony would follow such familiar format. It usually follows the host city where the opening match takes place. So, it’s likely that the ceremony will take place on June 11 before the two group A matches start. Estadio Azteca is the place we’d see as it hosts the opening match. Stay tune, feel free to come back to this page for update. We are going to update the information sooner.
Who’s Performing at the Opening Ceremony 2026 FIFA World Cup?
This is indeed one of the biggest questions fans are asking about. We’ve known that from year to year, FIFA World Cup opening ceremonies had been featuring global superstars, acculturation of arts and culture, and football into one massive celebration. Well, it will also happen in the upcoming World Cup. Expect the massive arts, culture, and music performance in such a huge act. Don’t hesitate to bookmark our page to keep you in the loop.
Will There Be a Halftime Show at the World Cup 2026?
There’s been rumors about the performances about the Halftime Show at the World Cup 2026. But we have found the answer. The answer is a YES, for the final match. FIFA president Gianni Infantino has confirmed the first-ever halftime show for the upcoming FIFA World Cup Final 2026. Global Citizen works together with FIFA to make it happen. And wait for it… Officials have also confirmed that Chris Martin (Coldplay) will be assisting and supporting Global Citizen for the halftime show. However, we might need to wait for a while until the artist lineup announcement is made.
FIFA World Cup Halftime Show Start Time
| Region | Estimated Start |
|---|---|
| Eastern (US) | 3:45 p.m. – 5:45 p.m. |
| UK (GMT) | 8:45 p.m. – 10:45 p.m. |
| Europe (CET) | 9:45 p.m. – 11:45 p.m. |
| India (IST) | 2:15 a.m. – 4:15 a.m. (July 20) |
Where Can I Watch the FIFA World Cup Opening Ceremony?
You can have all the opportunities to watch the opening ceremony, no matter where you are. As we know, FIFA World Cup is a major global event. Therefore, it will be easy to find major sports broadcasters that air the opening ceremony live. These are the major sports networks that you can tune in:
- United States: Fox Sports, Telemundo (Spanish)
- Canada: CTV, TSN, RDS
- Mexico: Televisa
- United Kingdom: BBC and ITV
You may also check your local sports channel guide, apps, or sports network in your area. When the tournament gets closer, we will publish more details. So, stay tune.