Esports World Cup 2026 Taps DJ Snake, Aya Nakamura and Theodora for Paris Opening Ceremony

Esports World Cup · 2d ago

The Esports World Cup confirmed that DJ Snake, Aya Nakamura and rising artist Theodora will headline its opening ceremony on July 8 at La Seine Musicale in Paris. It's the first time the tournament has been staged outside Saudi Arabia, with the broader event running through August 23 and drawing more than 2,000 players across 25 tournaments and 24 games. Organizers are leaning on the star-studded lineup to push esports' reach beyond its core fanbase.