Plenty of National Anthem performers named for this year’s World Series
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At the 2026 Little League World Series, fans will have the opportunity to experience nearly two weeks of family-fun events, special guests, and more.
In addition to the fun and excitement happening across the Fan Zone and around the complex each day, below is a list of some of the unique events, ceremonies, and performers who will be featured during the 2026 LLWS (all dates, times, and performers subject to change):
• The opening ceremonies are scheduled for Wednesday, Aug. 19 at 11 a.m. at Volunteer Stadium, Dugout's Birthday will be celebrated on Tuesday, Aug. 25 and the Little League Challenger Division Exhibition Game at Volunteer Stadium will be Saturday, Aug. 29 at 10:30 a.m.
• Southern Columbia's 2026 baseball team will be recognized with a first pitch on Wednesday, Aug. 19 at 7 p.m.
• The Carl E. Stotz Little League Scholarship recipients will be Thursday, Aug. 20 at 6 p.m.
• Brock Brungard, Citizen Hose Company No. 5 volunteer fire fighter, will throw out a first pitch on Friday, Aug. 21 at 7 p.m.
• The Little League Community Heroes of the Year will be recognized on Saturday, Aug. 22 at 7 p.m.
• Women's Pro Basketball League commissioner Justine Siegal will throw a first pitch on Tuesday, Aug. 25 at 7 p.m.
• The Jack Losch Little League Baseball World Series Sportsmanship Award will be presented Saturday, Aug. 29 at 12:30 p.m.
Numerous individuals and groups will perform national anthems throughout the Series. They include:
• Spotlight Kids soloist Mia Rodriguez on Wednesday, Aug. 19 at 3 p.m.
• Williamsport graduate Navaeh Williams on Wednesday, Aug. 19 at 7 p.m.
• Illinois District 20 assistant district administrator Taryn Trevier on Thursday, Aug. 20 at 2 p.m.
• Izzy Marks on Thursday, Aug. 20 at 6 p.m.
• Donnie Hawkins on Friday, Aug. 21 at 3 p.m.
• Kane Silvia, an electric guitarist, on Friday, Aug. 21 at 7 p.m.
• Hamilton-Gibson Treble Choir on Saturday, Aug. 22 at 3 p.m.
• Joe Colavito on Saturday, Aug. 22 at 7 p.m.
• Jessica Johnson on Sunday, Aug. 23 at 9 a.m.
• Mia Bixler on Sunday, Aug. 23 at 1 p.m.
• Josh Stowers on Monday, Aug. 24 at 3 p.m.
• Uptown Music Collective vocalist Abigail Jamison on Monday, Aug. 24 at 7 p.m.
• Carly Greene on Tuesday, Aug. 25 at 3 p.m.
• Rian Gephart on Tuesday, Aug. 25 at 7 p.m.
• Williamsport Strolling Strings on Wednesday, Aug. 26 at 3 p.m.
• 16th annual Journey Bank teen star Jaslin Shand on Wednesday, Aug. 26 at 7 p.m.
• Izzy Butters on Thursday, Aug. 27 at 7 p.m.
• Michael Fischer on Saturday, Aug. 29 at 3:30 p.m.
• Broadway Star and Savannah Banana Derek Klena on Sunday, Aug. 30 at 3 p.m.
In addition to special events and National Anthem performers, Little League official partners' on-site activations will feature giveaways anda very special guest from Disney Cruise Line.
The 2026 Little League World Series is scheduled for Aug. 19-30 in South Williamsport at Lamade and Volunteer stadiums.
The MLB Little League Classic will be played on Sunday, Aug. 23 at Bowman Field between the Atlanta Braves and Milwaukee Brewers.