Pasadena, California, United States
News Desk | Entertainment
Singer-songwriter Bishop Briggs is scheduled to open the 2026 Rose Parade with a live performance in Pasadena, California, according to parade organizers and event listings released this week. The appearance places Briggs among a diverse lineup of artists selected to perform on stage ahead of the annual New Year’s Day procession watched by millions worldwide.
Organizers said Briggs will serve as the opening act for the nationally televised event on January 1, 2026, marking a high-profile moment for the California-born artist. The performance is expected to take place before the first parade floats begin their route through Pasadena, setting the tone for the morning broadcast.
Briggs, known for songs including “River” and “Wild Horses,” has built a reputation for emotionally driven pop and alternative music since her debut in the mid-2010s. Her selection reflects the parade’s recent trend toward featuring contemporary artists alongside traditional marching bands and pageantry, according to event officials.
The 2026 Rose Parade performance comes amid continued touring and festival appearances by Briggs, who has also been open in past interviews about personal loss and mental health, themes that have shaped her music and public image. Parade organizers said the opening performance is designed to appeal to a broad, multigenerational television audience.
The Rose Parade, formally known as the Tournament of Roses Parade, is one of the most-watched annual events in the United States and is broadcast nationally and internationally. Performers typically appear on specially constructed stages near the parade route rather than on moving floats.
Additional performers for the 2026 event include country artist Charlie Worsham, singer John Foster, and pop-rock band Capital Cities, according to published schedules. Event officials said the full lineup was curated to represent a range of musical styles.
The parade is scheduled to begin the morning of January 1, 2026, in Pasadena.
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