This year’s Worlds opening ceremony promises to be quite the banger. We’ll be sharing the exact Worlds 2023 opening ceremony date and time so you know when to watch.

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The ceremony is set to showcase breathtaking performances by Korean superstars and mark the debut of Riot Games’ new boyband.

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What is the Worlds opening ceremony?

The Worlds opening ceremony is the grand kickoff event for the League of Legends World Championship finals. During this ceremony, musical artistes perform the esports anthem of the season, along with other themes created by Riot Games Music.

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This event is eagerly awaited by fans, as Riot Games spares no expense in creating a spectacular show with impressive lighting, costumes, stage design, and stunning visual effects.


Worlds 2023 opening ceremony performers

All five NewJeans members — Hanni, Hyein, Danielle, Haerin, and Minji — will grace the Worlds 2023 stage with their collaborative track with Riot Games, titled “Gods.”

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The all-boy virtual group from League of Legends, Heartsteel, is set to make their debut on the Worlds 2023 stage in a special collaboration with renowned music artistes. This includes Cal Scruby as Kayn, EXO’s Baekhyun as Ezreal, Tobi Lou as K’Sante, and ØZI as Sett. Together, they will perform their debut song, “Paranoia.”

Heartsteel boyband members and collaborations featuring Baekhyun as Ezreal, Cal Scruby as Kayn, Ozi as sett, and Tobi Lou as K'Sante
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Worlds 2023 opening ceremony date and time

The LoL Worlds 2023 opening ceremony will take place on Sunday, November 19 at 12 a.m. PST | 8 a.m. GMT | 4 p.m. GMT+8.


Where to watch the LoL Worlds 2023 opening ceremony

Fans can catch the LoL Worlds 2023 opening ceremony live on Riot Games’ streaming platforms on YouTube and Twitch.

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