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As the World Cup draws to a close, FIFA has revealed details of the 2026 World Cup closing ceremony, set to take place ahead of the final match.
Unlike the groundbreaking, Super Bowl-style halftime show also scheduled for Sunday, closing ceremonies have long been a staple of pre-World Cup final festivities.
The closing ceremony "will celebrate the 48 teams' unforgettable journey across the three host countries and 16 host cities throughout the tournament," FIFA announced.
"Echoing the spirit of the opening ceremonies, which welcomed the world to the greatest stage in Canada, Mexico and the United States," 2026 World Cup chief operating officer, Heimo Schirgi, said. "The closing ceremony will bring the FIFA World Cup 2026 full circle through music, culture and football, before we kick off the highly anticipated match that will crown the champions of this groundbreaking tournament."
Here's everything you need to know about the 2026 World Cup closing ceremony.
Who Will Perform at the 2026 World Cup Closing Ceremony
Several high-profile actors, musicians and entertainers are headlining the performer lineup for the 2026 World Cup closing ceremony.
Italian Grammy winner Laura Pausini will be among those taking the stage, alongside U.S. singer and Tony Award recipient Nicole Scherzinger. British frontman Robbie Williams, who appeared at the 2018 World Cup opening ceremony, is also included in the performer roster.
Popular internet personality IShowSpeed, who released a World Cup anthem ahead of the tournament that FIFA subsequently included on its official album, will also feature in the closing ceremony after making frequent appearances at matches throughout the competition.
Legendary Hollywood actor Tom Cruise will make a "special appearance" during the closing ceremony, reminiscent of his daring rooftop jump from the Stade de France during the closing ceremony of the 2024 Paris Olympics.
EGOT winner (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, Tony) Jennifer Hudson will perform the U.S. national anthem before the final kicks off.
Balich Wonder Studio is responsible for producing the entire event — the same production company behind the opening and closing ceremonies at the 2022 Qatar World Cup. Additional performers are expected to be announced ahead of Sunday's final.
When Will The World Cup Closing Ceremony Start?
The 2026 World Cup closing ceremony is set to begin at 1:30 p.m. ET (10:30 a.m. PT, 6:30 p.m. BST), exactly 90 minutes before the scheduled kickoff of the final.
FIFA has encouraged fans filling the seats at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ, to arrive early, noting that "fans at the stadium will have an active role to play in the show." Stadium gates will open at 11 a.m. ET.
No precise details have been confirmed regarding the ceremony's duration. However, based on the length of the Qatar 2022 closing ceremony and the 2026 World Cup opening ceremony, Sunday's closing performance is expected to run approximately 15–20 minutes.
This timing would also ensure the pitch is cleared of any stage setup in time for both finalists to complete their pre-match warm-ups without disruption.
Date of the 2026 World Cup Closing Ceremony
The 2026 World Cup closing ceremony will take place on Sunday, July 19, serving as the opening act to the tournament's final match.
The historic 48-team tournament concludes after more than five action-packed weeks, and the closing ceremony is set to build excitement for what promises to be a thrilling 2026 World Cup final at MetLife Stadium.