Shakira Announces Spectacular Show at Egypt’s Iconic Pyramids
Nearly two decades after she first performed against one of the world’s most breathtaking backdrops, Shakira is returning to the Giza pyramids. The Colombian superstar will bring her “Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran” world tour to Egypt on April 7 for a one-night performance at the ancient venue where she last appeared in 2007.
The announcement adds another major date to what is shaping up to be a busy spring for the singer. Her Giza concert follows an April 4 headlining performance at Abu Dhabi’s Offlimits Music Festival and precedes an April 19 appearance during race weekend at the Formula One Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, where she will join a lineup including Kygo and Pitbull.
A Homecoming of Sorts
For Shakira, who has part-Lebanese heritage, performances in the Arab world carry personal resonance. Her return to the pyramids—a site that has witnessed millennia of history—places her among the artists who have performed at one of the world’s most iconic locations. The 2007 show remains memorable for fans; the 2026 edition promises to build on that legacy.
The Tour and the Artist
“Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran” (Women No Longer Cry) is Shakira’s first tour since her acclaimed 2024 album of the same name. The record, which explores themes of resilience and empowerment, resonated deeply with audiences worldwide and reaffirmed her status as a global superstar.
That status is well-earned. Shakira has sold over 95 million records worldwide, making her one of the best-selling music artists of all time. She has won four Grammy Awards and 15 Latin Grammy Awards, and holds the distinction of being the most-streamed female Latin artist in history. Her catalog spans decades and languages, from Spanish-language classics to English-language crossover hits that dominated charts worldwide.
Abu Dhabi and Beyond
Before Egypt, Shakira will headline the Offlimits Music Festival in Abu Dhabi on April 4 at Etihad Park on Yas Island. The full-day, multi-stage event marks her fourth performance in the UAE, following shows at Dubai Autodrome in 2007, Emirates Palace in 2008, and du Arena in 2011.
Last year’s Offlimits was headlined by Ed Sheeran and featured OneRepublic, Kaiser Chiefs, Faithless, and others. Shakira’s booking continues the festival’s tradition of attracting global superstars to the region.
The Saudi Stop
On April 19, she joins the entertainment lineup for the Formula One Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, performing alongside Kygo and Pitbull. The race weekend has become a major cultural event in the Kingdom, combining world-class motorsport with concerts by international artists.
A Moment to Anticipate
For fans in the Middle East, Shakira’s April itinerary offers rare opportunities to see a performer of her caliber in intimate settings—one-night-only shows rather than multi-city stadium tours. For Shakira, the performances represent a return to a region that has embraced her throughout her career.
The pyramids await. The desert stages are set. And on April nights under Middle Eastern skies, Shakira will once again share her music with audiences who have waited nearly two decades to see her there.
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