Bruno Mars at the Stade de France: Who Are the Opening Acts?

This summer, Bruno Mars will take over the Stade de France with three spectacular shows as part of his global "The Romantic Tour." But before the American superstar hits the stage at the country’s largest venue, Parisian audiences will get a taste of emerging talent with two opening acts. So, whom are we talking about? Who will have the honor of warming up the crowd for Bruno Mars on June 18, 20, and 21, 2026? Here’s everything you need to know.

Summer 2026 is set to be a hot one at the Stade de France! France’s largest stadium is gearing up to host a string of international stars and big-name acts, including System of a Down, The Weeknd, and BTS. Bruno Mars is also set to bring his talents to Seine-Saint-Denis this summer. As part of his new world tour, titled "The Romantic Tour", the renowned American singer will perform for his Francilian fans during three shows scheduled at the Stade de France on June 18, 20, and 21, 2026. Bruno Mars will likely take the opportunity to play his classic hits along with fresh tracks from his latest album, "The Romantic."

Bruno Mars au Stade de France : prix des places et ouverture de la billetterie — © Live Nation

But before Bruno Mars sets the stage ablaze at the Stade de France, fans in the Île-de-France region will have the chance to warm up with, not just one, but two opening acts. So, who will have the honor of kicking off Bruno Mars's Paris concerts on June 18, 20, and 21, 2026? Who has been chosen to gradually raise the crowd’s excitement? Anderson .Paak will be performing this summer as Dj Pee .Wee!

DJ Pee .Wee, Anderson .Paak's alter ego

The renowned American rapper, known for hits like "Leave The Door Open", "Smokin Out The Window", and "TOO BAD", will take on a different role for the occasion—DJing to get the crowd moving. Remember, Anderson .Paak, whose real name is Brandon Paak Anderson, is a true multitasker, juggling numerous projects. He has released four solo studio albums and has also been part of three collaborative records, including "An Evening with Silk Sonic", a joint effort with none other than... Bruno Mars!

But Anderson .Paak is also known by another name: DJ Pee .Wee. And it’s under this alter ego that he will be performing live as the opening act for Bruno Mars this summer in Paris. Launched in 2022, DJ Pee .Wee has already gained recognition for his vinyl sets at high-profile events like the Met Gala, the Las Vegas F1 Grand Prix, and Coachella. On June 18, 20, and 21, 2026, he will hit the stage as part of Bruno Mars’s world tour.

Victoria Monét, the Atlanta-born singer and songwriter

Another warm-up act announced for the Stade de France before Bruno Mars takes the stage? Victoria Monét! The American singer and songwriter, born in 1989 in Atlanta, Georgia, released her debut EP "Nightmares and Lullabies: Act 1" in 2014, followed by "Nightmares and Lullabies: Act 2" the next year. Since then, she’s dropped two studio albums, including the 2023 release "Jaguar II". Victoria Monét also writes songs for a range of artists, most notably Ariana Grande. This summer, catch her at the Stade de France as a special guest of Bruno Mars.