By Anna Ortega
September 14, 2026 – 14:39 UTC
MADRID — Global superstar Shakira is preparing to launch her highly anticipated "Es Latina" concert series, a special multi-weekend musical and cultural celebration integrated into her expansive Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour. The landmark series is scheduled to kick off this Friday, September 18, at the Iberdrola Music venue in Madrid, marking one of the most ambitious collaborative cultural showcases of the year.
Spanning four consecutive weekends, the 12-concert series will bring together an eclectic roster of established and emerging Latine and Spanish artists. Designed as more than just a traditional music festival, the event aims to celebrate the rich tapestry of music, food, literature, art, and fashion from across the Spanish-speaking world. The cultural convergence will run through October 3, transforming the venue into a vibrant hub of transatlantic heritage and artistic expression.
The lineup for the "Es Latina" series reflects Shakira’s stated mission to bridge generations and spotlight diverse voices from across Latin America and Spain. Among the prominent Latinas slated to join the Colombian icon on stage are boundary-pushing Argentinian artist Nathy Peluso, fierce Dominican rapper J Noa, rising Colombian talent Aria Vega, dynamic Boricua singer Gale, soulful Ecuadorian artist La Coya, and multifaceted Mexican musician Iza Tkm.
The diverse bill also features an array of celebrated acts spanning multiple genres and regions. Other Latine performers joining the residency include the acclaimed Colombian musical group Systema Solar, alternative-leaning Colombian collective Ántamarta, rising Latin American boy band Santos Bravos, genre-bending Argentinian artist Louta, celebrated Colombian singer-songwriter Juan Pablo Vega, and sharp-witted Puerto Rican rapper Tommy Blanco.
At the heart of the Madrid residency is Macondo Park, a custom-built, immersive space constructed specifically for the "Es Latina" series. Spread across two distinct stages, the park has been designed to offer attendees an all-encompassing cultural experience long before the headlining music acts take the stage.
Beyond the nightly musical performances, Macondo Park will feature a dedicated museum honoring Shakira’s illustrious multi-decade career, tracing her evolution from a Latin pop trailblazer to a global powerhouse. In a nod to her deep literary roots and Colombian heritage, the space will also house a specialized literary pavilion showcasing the timeless work of Nobel Prize-winning author Gabriel García Márquez alongside contemporary Latine literature. Furthermore, the park will host daily interactive activities celebrating Latine fashion, visual arts, gastronomy, and traditional and contemporary dance forms.
The conceptual framework behind the residency stems from a deep-seated desire to foster artistic solidarity and cultural exchange between Latin America and Spain. In an official press release detailing the project, Shakira explained her motivation for bringing Spanish and Latin American artists together on one massive platform, emphasizing the deep historical and social ties that bind the two regions. She noted that both cultures share a common language, a collective memory, nuanced gestures, and a lifetime of shared moments.
The Grammy-winning singer expanded on this sentiment in a statement shared with her millions of followers on Instagram. Writing to her fans, Shakira expressed her enthusiasm for the upcoming gatherings, stating that she wanted to celebrate all the artistic talent that unites communities across the Atlantic. She emphasized her desire to highlight not only the established big names in the industry but also a new generation of young, dynamic artists who are actively writing what comes next in music, fashion, literature, gastronomy, and art.
The "Es Latina" residency marks a major milestone within the broader narrative of Shakira’s Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour, which has consistently broken attendance records and drawn critical acclaim for its high-energy performances and emotional resonance. By carving out a dedicated four-week cultural enclave in the Spanish capital, the tour transcends standard concert itineraries, positioning itself as a major transnational celebration of Hispanic identity, creativity, and contemporary culture.
As doors prepare to open at the Iberdrola Music venue this Friday, anticipation among fans, critics, and cultural observers continues to build. With a meticulously curated lineup, an immersive venue design, and a powerful unifying message, Shakira’s "Es Latina" series is poised to leave a lasting mark on Madrid’s cultural landscape over the coming weeks.
