Rita Ora and Leona Lewis have officially been announced as headline performers at the opening ceremony of the Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026, setting the stage for what promises to be one of the city’s most memorable sporting celebrations.
The ceremony will take place on 6 February 2026 at Zayed Sports City Stadium, welcoming thousands of athletes, spectators, and international visitors to the UAE capital for the start of the global multi-sport event.
A Star-Studded Start to a Global Games
Known for her high-energy pop anthems and commanding stage presence, Rita Ora will bring her dynamic and upbeat energy to the opening night. With a catalogue packed with chart-topping hits, her appearance adds a festival-like feel to the ceremony, blending sport and entertainment.
Leona Lewis will be joining her, with powerful vocals and emotional ballads that have earned her worldwide acclaim. Her performance will add cinematic and uplifting energy to what will be an incredible evening of entertainment.
A Milestone Moment for Abu Dhabi 2026
The Opening Ceremony is being positioned as a cultural showcase, designed to celebrate unity, achievement, and lifelong participation in sport.
Both performances will play a central role in welcoming athletes from across the globe, many of whom are competing in the Open Masters Games for the first time.
The games are set to be the largest multi-sport event ever staged in the region, featuring tens of thousands of competitors across a wide range of disciplines.
Securing two globally recognised artists for the opening ceremony reflects the city’s growing reputation as a destination where sport, culture, and entertainment intersect.
For both residents and visitors, the Open Masters Games is shaping up to be a must-see event, even before the competitions begin.
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