Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.AllNewsSportCultureLifestyleCanada’s World Cup 2026 opening ceremony began with performers in traditional dress dancing and playing the drums.The ceremony opened by honoring Canada’s Indigenous peoples and heritage, with musician William Prince welcoming fans to the country.Alessia Cara performed her hit song “Wild Things” as part of the opening celebrations.Jessie Reyez and Elyanna performed “Illuminate,” accompanied by a rising golden soccer ball and red-and-white smoke effects.The ceremony concluded with performances from Nora Fatehi, Sanjoy, and Vegedream, before Michael Bublé sang a rendition of “Bring It On Home” in front of the flags of all 48 participating nations.In fullCanada vs Bosnia and Herzegovina LIVE: Co-hosts survive early World Cup 2026 scare after star-studded opening ceremonyThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
Alessia Cara and Jessie Reyez kick off Canada’s World Cup opening ceremony
Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.AllNewsSportCultureLifestyleCanada’s World Cup 2026 opening ceremony began with performers in traditional dress dancing and playing the drums.The ceremony opened by honoring Canada’s Indigenous peoples and heritage, with musician William Prince welcoming fans to the country.Alessia Cara performed her hit song “Wild Things” as part of the opening celebrations.Jessie Reyez and Elyanna performed “Illuminate,” accompanied by a rising golden soccer ball and red-and-white smoke effects.The ceremony concluded with performances from Nora Fatehi, Sanjoy, and Vegedream, before Michael Bublé sang a rendition of “Bring It On Home” in front of the flags of all 48 participating nations.In fullCanada vs Bosnia and Herzegovina LIVE: Co-hosts survive early World Cup 2026 scare after star-studded opening ceremonyThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
