Kansas City Reveals World Cup FIFA Fan Fest Concert Lineup

The city's first-ever musical lineup for the 2026 FIFA World Cup festivities features a mix of national acts and local talent.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 4:56am

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An abstract, minimalist illustration featuring bold, jagged shapes in black and red, conceptually representing the diverse musical acts performing at the Kansas City World Cup Fan Fest.The vibrant musical lineup for Kansas City's 2026 World Cup Fan Fest promises to energize the city's global soccer celebrations.Kansas City Today

Kansas City has announced the musical lineup for its 2026 FIFA World Cup Fan Fest, which will feature a diverse mix of national headliners and popular local acts. The festival will be the first host city to reveal its full concert program for the global soccer tournament.

Why it matters

As one of the 16 host cities for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Kansas City is looking to make a strong impression on international visitors by curating an exciting and eclectic musical lineup for its Fan Fest celebrations. This announcement is an early indicator of the city's plans to create a vibrant atmosphere and showcase its local culture and talent alongside global superstars.

The details

The Kansas City 2026 FIFA Fan Fest will feature a range of musical acts, including national headliners as well as popular local performers. Notable supporting acts include DJ Doop, who scores pregame music for the Kansas City Current soccer team, and the self-described 'Kansas City's premier yacht rock tribute band,' Summer Breeze. However, the organizers have decided not to include controversial artist Jelly Roll, whose contribution to the official 2026 World Cup soundtrack, 'Lighter,' received a lukewarm reception online.

  • The Kansas City 2026 FIFA Fan Fest will take place during the 2026 FIFA World Cup tournament.

The players

DJ Doop

A local DJ who scores pregame music for the Kansas City Current soccer team.

Summer Breeze

A Kansas City-based yacht rock tribute band.

Jelly Roll

An artist who contributed a song to the official 2026 FIFA World Cup soundtrack, but whose work received a lukewarm reception online.

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The takeaway

Kansas City is making an early effort to create a vibrant and diverse musical experience for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, showcasing both national talent and local acts to impress international visitors and soccer fans.