Shakira's Free Concert Attracts Huge Crowd to Rio's Copacabana Beach
Colombian singer Shakira draws an impressive audience at a free concert held on Rio's famous Copacabana beach as part of her world tour.
On May 3, 2026, Shakira performed a free concert at Copacabana beach in Rio de Janeiro, captivating a large audience.
The event was part of her 'Women No Longer Cry' world tour, and fans from various regions traveled to attend.
Reports indicate that the turnout was massive, with estimates suggesting that around two million people were present, according to the city's mayor.
Updates
Update at 12:34 UTC on 2026-05-03
EuroNews reported Latin pop queen Shakira kicks off her free mega-concert on Rio's famed Copacabana beach under a full moon, with drones forming the image of a she-wolf -- her nickname -- overhead as she takes the stage over an hour late.
Sources: EuroNews
Update at 14:14 UTC on 2026-05-03
France 24 reported Shakira gave a free concert on Saturday night at Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro, drawing an estimated two million people, according to the city’s mayor, to one of the world’s most iconic waterfronts. Camille Corcoran reports.
Sources: France 24