Jeddah: Global music icon Shakira is heading to Saudi Arabia, with organisers confirming the Colombian superstar will perform at the Formula 1 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix 2026 in Jeddah. It marks one of the region's most anticipated live music moments of the year.
Shakira will take to the Main Stage at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit on Sunday, April 19, 2026, delivering a post-race concert as part of the Grand Prix's high-profile entertainment programme. She joins DJ and producer Kygo, who has already been announced for the event, with more performers expected to be revealed closer to race weekend.
Jeddah Corniche Circuit: F1's Most Spectacular Street Venue
Set against the Red Sea coastline, the Jeddah Corniche Circuit has established itself as one of Formula 1's most visually striking and energetic venues, combining night racing with large-scale live music performances that extend the spectacle well beyond the track.
Shakira's Career and What Fans Can Expect
Shakira's career has been defined by constant reinvention. Rising to fame in Latin America before becoming a global pop phenomenon, she has built a catalogue packed with stadium-ready hits. Fans can expect crowd favourites such as "Hips Don't Lie," "Whenever, Wherever," "Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)," "She Wolf," "La Tortura," and "Chantaje," alongside material from her recent era.
In the streaming era, Shakira has remained a dominant force. Her latest album, Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran, won the Grammy for Best Latin Pop Album at the 2025 ceremony, while the accompanying stadium world tour has drawn massive international audiences.
Shakira in Abu Dhabi: OFFLIMITS Festival 2026
Jeddah will not be her only Middle East appearance in 2026. Shakira is also set to perform at the OFFLIMITS Festival in Abu Dhabi, taking place at Etihad Park, Yas Island, on Saturday, April 4, 2026.
Formula 1 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix 2026: Tickets and Dates
The Formula 1 STC Saudi Arabian Grand Prix 2026 will run from April 18 to 20, marking the sport's fifth visit to the world's fastest and longest street circuit. Access to Shakira's concert is included with Grand Prix tickets.
General admission tickets start at SAR 468 for three-day access, while grandstand seating ranges from SAR 900 to SAR 2,592. Premium hospitality experiences can reach SAR 11,780.
With world-class racing and headline entertainment, Jeddah's 2026 Grand Prix weekend is shaping up to be one of the most talked-about stops on the Formula 1 calendar.
