50 Cent will be part of a new run of fan events tied to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, bringing his live show to New York during championship weekend.
In a Monday announcement, organizers confirmed that the rapper is scheduled to perform July 18 at Cipriani Wall Street as part of the Beyond the Pitch event series. Diplo is also set for the New York stop, giving the event a mix of hip-hop and dance music as soccer fans gather around the tournament’s final weekend.
The series will also include performances in other U.S. host cities. Nelly is scheduled to open the run June 12 at the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles. The Chainsmokers will perform June 26 at DAER in Miami, while Gordo is set for a DJ set at SILO in Dallas.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup begins June 11 in Mexico City, with matches taking place across North America. Team USA is scheduled to begin its tournament June 12 against Paraguay in Los Angeles.