Events you should look forward to in 2026

Held in 2021 due to the pandemic, the Tokyo Olympics brought the world together for a long-awaited global celebration of sport and resilience.

Also postponed to 2021, the European Football Championship delivered thrilling matches across multiple host cities and crowned Italy as champions.

Opening in October 2021 after a delay, this World Expo showcased innovation, sustainability, and cultural exchange on a global stage.

Perseverance successfully landed on Mars in February 2021, marking a major milestone in space exploration and the search for ancient life.

Returning in September 2021, the iconic fashion event celebrated American fashion and marked a major comeback for large cultural gatherings.

Held in March 2021, the ceremony honored outstanding musical achievements and featured historic wins, including Beyoncé’s record-breaking night.

The 93rd Academy Awards celebrated cinematic achievements in a uniquely structured ceremony shaped by pandemic-era filmmaking.

After being canceled in 2020, Wimbledon returned in 2021, restoring one of tennis’s most prestigious and beloved tournaments.

Hosted in Glasgow in November 2021, COP26 was a critical global summit focused on climate commitments and environmental action.

As vaccination campaigns expanded worldwide, many communities looked forward to more hopeful and lively end-of-year celebrations compared to 2020.