The Los Angeles World Cup 2026 Host Committee officially kicked off the launch of the region’s FIFA World Cup 2026 festivities on June 9 by hosting the Official Los Angeles World Cup 2026 Kickoff Party at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. The Host Committee is led by the Los Angeles Sports & Entertainment Commission (LASEC), and includes the Los Angeles Rams, SoFi Stadium and Hollywood Park, Los Angeles Football Club and LA Galaxy.
Emceed by Kevin Frazier of “Entertainment Tonight,” the kickoff party guest lineup included President of FIFA Gianni Infantino, Los Angeles World Cup 2026 Community Ambassadors Will Ferrell, Eva Longoria, Cobi Jones, and Mia Hamm, plus a special performance by Melissa Etheridge.
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“Tonight’s celebration marks the beginning of an extraordinary moment for Los Angeles,” said Kathryn Schloessman, CEO of the Los Angeles World Cup 2026 Host Committee. “As the world turns its attention to Los Angeles for the US Opening Match against Paraguay in just a few days at Los Angeles Stadium, our region is ready to welcome fans, showcase our diverse communities, and demonstrate why Los Angeles is one of the great sports and entertainment capitals of the world. From our official Fan Festival and fan zones taking place across the region, Angelenos and visitors alike will have countless opportunities to come together and be part of the excitement.”
