Shakira to Bring the Party Back to Mexico City’s Zócalo: A Free Concert After Two Decades
Shakira is set to electrify Mexico City once again with a free concert at the Zócalo, the city’s central plaza, on March 1st. This performance marks her return to the iconic location after nearly 20 years, promising a spectacular night for fans.
A Historic Return to a Historic Venue
The Colombian superstar announced the concert on Friday, February 20th, via social media, reminiscing about her previous performance in 2007. “¡México lindo! Remember 2007 when I sang for you at the Zócalo? Today, I wish to notify you that this experience will happen again this Sunday, March 1, at 8:00 PM,” Shakira shared with her followers. The concert is a culmination of her successful “Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran” World Tour.
The Zócalo, the second-largest public plaza in the world, holds significant cultural and political importance in Mexico. It has previously hosted massive concerts, including performances by Café Tacvba, Los Fabulosos Cadillacs, and Grupo Firme. Shakira’s 2007 performance drew a crowd of 210,000, a figure she may surpass this time around.
Part of a Record-Breaking Tour
This free concert in Mexico City is the latest highlight of Shakira’s “Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran” World Tour, which has already broken records. The tour has grossed over $421.6 million and sold 3.3 million tickets across 86 reported shows, earning Shakira a Guinness World Record as the highest-grossing Hispanic artist of all time.
Before her Zócalo performance, Shakira will perform in Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas on February 21st, and Mérida, Yucatán on February 24th. Following the Mexico City show, she’s scheduled to perform in Copacabana, Brazil on May 2nd, where organizers anticipate a crowd of at least one million people.
A Celebration Supported by the City and Sponsors
The Mexico City government, led by Clara Brugada, is fully supporting the event. Brugada expressed her excitement, stating, “Shakira is an extraordinary Latin artist who has triumphed worldwide, and here in Mexico, we love her very much.” Grupo Modelo, through its president Daniel Concenzo, is sponsoring the concert, ensuring it remains free for all attendees.
Shakira as well announced that part of the show will be broadcast live on her social media channels, allowing fans worldwide to participate in the celebration.
The Zócalo: A Stage for Musical History
The Zócalo has a rich history of hosting large-scale concerts. Los Fabulosos Cadillacs currently hold the attendance record with 300,000 attendees in 2023, followed by Grupo Firme with 280,000 in 2022. Shakira’s return aims to add another memorable chapter to the Zócalo’s musical legacy.
FAQ
When and where is Shakira’s free concert? Shakira will perform at the Zócalo in Mexico City on Sunday, March 1st, at 8:00 PM.
Is the concert free? Yes, the concert is free and open to the public.
Will the concert be broadcast live? Yes, part of the show will be broadcast live on Shakira’s social media channels.
Who is sponsoring the concert? Grupo Modelo is sponsoring the concert.
How many people attended Shakira’s previous Zócalo concert? 210,000 people attended her concert in 2007.
