Shakira to Perform Free Concert in Mexico City's Zócalo After 20 Years

Colombian pop star Shakira is set to perform a free concert at Mexico City's Zócalo on March 1, 2026, marking her return to the iconic venue after nearly two decades. The concert will begin at 8 p.m. local time and is part of her ongoing "Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran" (Women Don't Cry Anymore) world tour. Shakira announced the event through a video message on social media, reminiscing about her last performance in 2007, which attracted a crowd of over 210,000 attendees. She expressed her gratitude to her fans, stating, “You have given me so, so much, and I hope I can give back a little bit of that love you’ve given me.”

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The Zócalo, officially known as Plaza de la Constitución, is one of the largest public squares in the world, serving as a cultural and political hub in Mexico City. It has hosted numerous significant events and concerts, including performances by major artists like Justin Bieber and Los Fabulosos Cadillacs, the latter of which drew an estimated 300,000 fans in 2023. Shakira's previous concert in 2007 set a record for attendance at the venue, surpassing the previous record held by the Mexican rock band Café Tacvba.

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Clara Brugada, the head of government of Mexico City, praised Shakira as an "extraordinary Latin artist" and emphasized the city's affection for her. In her own social media post, she confirmed the concert and expressed excitement for the event. Additionally, Daniel Concenzo, president of Grupo Modelo, the concert's sponsor, joined Brugada in promoting the event, highlighting its significance for the community.

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Shakira's "Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran" tour has been a monumental success, setting a Guinness World Record for the highest-grossing tour by a Hispanic artist, with earnings exceeding $421.6 million and over 3 million tickets sold across 86 shows. The concert at the Zócalo is expected to cap off this historic tour, which has included multiple performances in Mexico City and other locations.

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While the concert has been met with enthusiasm, some critics have raised concerns about the logistics of hosting such a large event in a public space, particularly regarding crowd management and safety. However, no significant opposition has been reported in the lead-up to the concert.

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As the date approaches, preparations for the concert are underway, including the installation of giant screens in other parts of Mexico City to accommodate fans who may not be able to enter the Zócalo. Shakira's performance is anticipated to be a major cultural event, celebrating her enduring connection with her fans in Mexico.

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• “¡México lindo! Remember 2007 when I sang for you at the Zócalo? Today, I want to tell you that this experience will happen again” — Shakira, Musician

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• “Shakira is an extraordinary Latin artist who has triumphed worldwide, and here in Mexico, we love her very much,” — Clara Brugada, Head of Government of Mexico City

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• “You have given me so much and I hope I can return to you some of the love you have shown me,” — Shakira, Musician

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