The Saudi Motorsport Company (SMC) has announced that internationally acclaimed artist Shakira will perform on the main stage at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit immediately following the conclusion of the Formula 1 STC Saudi Arabian Grand Prix 2026 on Sunday, April 19. This event returns to Jeddah from April 17 to 19, featuring the world‘s fastest street circuit along the Red Sea coastline, one of the most dynamic and fast-paced races on the Formula 1 calendar.
Shakira’s Record-Breaking Tour and Recent Achievements
Shakira recently set new records with her Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour, which Billboard confirmed as the highest-grossing Hispanic tour ever, generating $421.6 million from 82 stadium shows across the US and Latin America, attracting over 3.3 million attendees. This surpasses the previous record held by the Luis Miguel Tour (2023-2024), which earned $409.5 million.
In recent months, Shakira received Billboard’s Global Touring Icon Award, highlighting her monumental impact on live touring. Pollstar also nominated her tour for Latin Tour of the Year, notably marking a historic 12-show engagement at Mexico City’s Estadio GNP Seguros. There, she sold out 65,000 tickets nightly, totaling 780,000 across the run. Due to overwhelming demand, a 13th and final show is scheduled for February 27 at the same venue.
Recent Releases and Future Music Plans
Shakira has further expanded her global influence with the lead track “Zoo” for the highly successful Zootopia 2, a movie that has grossed over $1.7 billion worldwide and stands as Disney’s highest-grossing animated film to date. The song, co-written by Shakira, Ed Sheeran, and Blake Slatkin, has amassed over 500 million streams on digital platforms. Fans eagerly anticipate more new music from Shakira as she prepares to build on her recent successes into 2026.
Entertainment Lineup Enhances Formula 1 Weekend Experience
Shakira’s addition to the performing roster complements Kygo’s confirmed headline show and emphasizes the role of world-class entertainment alongside the thrilling racing. The Saudi Arabian Grand Prix weekend promises three days of unmatched excitement, combining elite motorsport with live performances by internationally renowned stars to create a uniquely immersive event.
What to Expect from the 2026 Formula 1 Season
The 2026 Formula 1 campaign is shaping up to be a landmark year, introducing innovative cars designed to produce tighter, more unpredictable racing. The competition grid will grow with Cadillac joining as the 11th team and the highly anticipated debut of Audi. Jeddah will host the new World Champion for the first time since 2021, as McLaren’s Lando Norris returns to defend his title against champions Max Verstappen and teammate Oscar Piastri. Additionally, the F1 Academy will make a comeback, showcasing emerging female talent in motorsports.
Anticipation Builds for More Star-Studded Announcements
With more headline artists expected to be announced soon, the Formula 1 STC Saudi Arabian Grand Prix 2026 weekend is positioning itself as an unmissable combination of high-speed competition and top-tier entertainment. Audiences can look forward to an unforgettable convergence of sporting excellence and musical performances on one of the world’s fastest and most scenic circuits.
“Just last week, GRAMMY® and Latin GRAMMY® Award-winning artist Shakira’s Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour was confirmed by Billboard as the highest-grossing Hispanic tour of all time.” – Saudi Motorsport Company Representative
“This record-breaking tour was also nominated by Pollstar for their Latin Tour of the Year Award.” – Saudi Motorsport Company Representative
“Shakira sold out the venue with 65,000 tickets per night for a total of 780,000 tickets, taking over the city with her latest studio album.” – Saudi Motorsport Company Representative
“The 2026 season promises to be a landmark year for Formula 1, with the introduction of all-new cars designed to deliver closer, more unpredictable racing.” – Saudi Motorsport Company Representative
