Shakira's Rio concert draws 2 million, boosting tourism record
Shakira performed a free mega-concert on Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro on May 3, 2026, drawing 2 million attendees according to the city hall. The concert is part of an annual mega-concert series that previously featured Madonna and Lady Gaga, aimed at boosting tourism. Rio de Janeiro welcomed 2.1 million foreign tourists in 2025, a record high.
Key facts
- Shakira performed a free mega-concert on Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro on May 3, 2026.
- The concert drew 2 million attendees, according to Rio's city hall.
- The event is part of an annual mega-concert series that previously featured Madonna and Lady Gaga.
- The series is part of a strategy to boost tourism.
- Rio de Janeiro welcomed 2.1 million foreign tourists in 2025, a record.
- The concert was reported by Le Monde on May 3, 2026.
Entities
Artists
- Shakira
- Madonna
- Lady Gaga
Institutions
- Le Monde
- BBC Verify
- Rio de Janeiro Mayor's Office
Locations
- Rio de Janeiro
- Brazil
- Copacabana Beach