Come on, come on, everyone out, what are you doing locked up in there? Summer is coming, along with the heat and the desire to party. And there’s only one thing that goes with that: music.
You’re in Madrid, the capital, the centre of leisure on a national level. Whatever your passion, you’ll find it here, and whether or not you’re a music fan, there are events of all kinds for all audiences.
Let’s take a look at the best concerts taking place in Madrid throughout the summer, and we’re very strict about this: only in summer. Because if we had to choose everything that happens throughout the year, it would be impossible.
From big national names to international legends, from pop to indie, from the most intimate concerts to large stadiums. Here you have it all.
Best summer concerts in Madrid 2026
Kool & The Gang
25 june
Jardín Botánico de la Universidad Complutense (Real Jardín Botánico Alfonso XIII)
As part of the Noches del Botánico concert series, American band Kool & The Gang will visit Madrid to bring us the rhythms we have been enjoying for over half a century.
Led by Robert “Kool” Bell, the only remaining member of the band’s original line-up, they will perform all their greatest hits, including Celebration, Jungle Boogie and Get Down On It.
The undisputed kings of funk and disco, with touches of soul, in the 70s and 80s, their songs are true anthems, everyone knows their tunes, regardless of age, and seeing them live is an experience you deserve to enjoy.
Camila Cabello
25 june
Parque Enrique Tierno Galván
Cuban-born artist Camila Cabello will be performing in Madrid in 2025 to present her new album, C,XOXO, as part of the Alma Occident Madrid concert series.
And if you’re a true fan of the Cuban singer, songwriter and actress, you’ll be delighted to know that her show will also feature some of the greatest hits of her career, such as Havana and Don’t Go Yet.
Although she is only 27 years old, Camila Cabello is already a leading figure in the world of pop and has collaborated with artists such as Ed Sheeran, Shawn Mendes and Alejandro Sanz. Will any of them join her on stage in Madrid?
Roxette
27 june
Jardín Botánico de la Universidad Complutense
We return to Noches del Botánico to listen to an iconic duo, a global pop rock icon for more than a quarter of a century: Roxette.
The group, originally founded by Marie Fredriksson and composer Per Gessle, has provided the soundtrack to many moments in our lives, and it seems as if their songs were written into our DNA, because it is impossible not to recognise at least one of them, even if you think you have never heard of the group.
Since 2019, Lena Phillipson has been the other vocalist, replacing Marie Fredriksson, who passed away that year. Since then, she has been accompanying Per Gessle in concerts and tours.
Wilco
27 june
Parque Enrique Tierno Galván
We change genres and move more towards indie, country, rock and some alternative rhythms with Wilco. This American band began producing music in 1995, although their greatest global recognition began in 2002 on a more commercial level.
As part of the Alma Occident Madrid series, Wilco will perform their most iconic songs and some newly created tracks. If you want something alternative but well-established in the music world, be sure to come along.
Imagine Dragons
28 june
Estadio Riyadh Air Metropolitano
Now let’s move on to big concerts, where we once again see artists touring stadiums and large venues, as is the case with Imagine Dragons. The American band will stop in Madrid on their LOOM World Tour, where they will visit the best and most important stadiums across Europe.
This international band has managed to carve out a niche for itself on the international music scene since the very beginning of its career, with the release of its first album, Night Visions, featuring songs that are as recognisable today as Radioactive, It’s Time and Demons.
This is one of those events that is far from private and intimate, but one that you must experience at least once in your life: good music, a great atmosphere, an incredible stage and an unbeatable city.
Marc Anthony
29 june
Movistar Arena
Puerto Rico and Spain come together on this summer night that promises songs, dancing and lots of salsa with international artist Marc Anthony.
The artist who holds the world record for the most salsa albums sold in history will arrive in the capital on his new tour, where, don’t worry, he will go through his repertoire of greatest hits from top to bottom, with a few surprises thrown in. Don’t your hips start moving just thinking about it?
The Corrs
30 june
Parque Enrique Tierno Galván
We are back in full swing with the Alma Occident Madrid cycle, this time with one of the most important Irish bands in history, with apologies to U2, we are talking about The Corrs.
The four Corr siblings seem to have forgotten where Madrid is, as their last visit to the capital was over 20 years ago. What they haven’t forgotten, however, are their greatest hits.
With over 40 million albums sold, the most famous Irish family band on the music scene will be performing new and familiar songs on what promises to be a very special night.
Iron Maiden
5 july
Estadio Riyadh Air Metropolitano
Move aside, make way for one of the most important and iconic bands in music history, none other than Iron Maiden, the Rolling Stones of heavy metal.
Unstoppable, tireless and unmistakable, the British band is celebrating its 50-year career with this world tour. Bruce Dickinson, Steve Harris, Dave Murray, Adrian Smith, Janick Gers and Nicko McBrain will give you a night to remember for lovers of heavy metal and good music.
This world tour, called Run For Your Lives, which revisits their nine studio albums, has only one stop planned in our country, and it couldn’t be anywhere else but the city that never sleeps, where everything happens, because if it exists, it’s in Madrid.
Rauw Alejandro
5 july
Movistar Arena
I bet you were missing some reggaeton, right? It’s just what we needed: summer, good weather, Madrid… perreo!
The second Puerto Rican artist on our list will be visiting the capital in early July as part of his world tour, Cosa Nuestra World Tour. On this occasion, he will be presenting tracks from his new album as well as some of his best-known and most popular songs.
AC/DC
12 and 16 july
Estadio Riyadh Air Metropolitano
It is said that only Paris is worthy of Rome and only Rome is worthy of Paris. So if we have talked about Iron Maiden as the kings of heavy metal, when it comes to rock, there is only one band that comes to mind that is as iconic as the British band: AC/DC.
The British-Australian band has been unable to avoid booking two days in our country, as demand is enormous, and if they were to offer concerts for a whole week, they would fill any stadium in a matter of hours.
Formed in 1973 and with over 200 million copies of their albums sold, they are rock and music history. Angus Young and his band hold the record for being the band that has sold the most copies of a single album: Back In Black.
Over 50 years of legend, timeless songs, and a guitar that will live on forever. You can’t miss this historic event.
Jennifer Lopez
13 july
Movistar Arena
One of the most powerful, popular and influential artists of recent years returns to Spain and Madrid. Her Up All Night Live In 2025 tour will travel halfway around the world to make the dreams of hundreds of thousands of fans come true, and you can be one of them.
The Latin Beyoncé, one of the most important artists of recent decades, will review her extensive career, with dozens of great hits that will transport you to wonderful places and create unique, instant memories.
The multi-talented artist from the Bronx will sing some of the songs that have marked your life, from songs you danced to in high school to songs that were the soundtrack to your weekends: On the Floor, Love Don’t Cost a Thing, Let’s Get Loud, Dance Again, and many more.
Santana
28 and 29 july
Jardín Botánico de la Universidad Complutense (Real Jardín Botánico Alfonso XIII)
If you are a true music or guitar enthusiast, seeing Santana live should be on your bucket list. Even if it isn’t, you still have time to add it and enjoy a wonderful experience, a true musical catharsis.
The multifaceted Noches del Botánico brings us two stops on Santana’s Oneness Tour 2025, one of the best guitarists in history. His repertoire features intimate songs, which his magic has made global and even commercial, but never lose their essence.
Latin music with African touches, with rock, a genre of its own that we can call Santana. That song sounds very Santana… we’ve all said that phrase more than once. Listen to how it goes, Samba pa ti, Corazón espinado, Europa… songs that belong to history and that you can enjoy in one of the best live performances in the world.
Aitana
30 and 31 july
Estadio Riyadh Air Metropolitano
We’re drawing on our patriotic spirit, one of our greatest artists, who is growing the most and who has been giving us the most enjoyment in recent times: Aitana.
We hope you already have your ticket, because even though Aitana is only here for two dates, we can assure you that it will be sold out sooner rather than later.
Our most important pop artist of the moment is going to give it her all on stage at the Metropolitano, growing musically and expanding her reach year after year. Don’t miss what promises to be one of the concerts of the summer.
Lionel Richie
2 august
Movistar Arena
You could probably listen to Lionel Richie all night long… If you don’t get this musical reference, we’re a little disappointed, but we’ll forgive you if you redeem yourself by going to see one of the best-known and most important American artists of recent decades.
His European tour, Say Hello To The Hits, has had the wonderful idea of stopping off here in Madrid, and you should return the favour by going and having a great time to the rhythm of his greatest hits. From the 1970s to today, he has continued to give us authentic anthems dressed up as songs.
Manuel Carrasco
11 and 12 september
Movistar Arena
We’re staying at the Movistar Arena, because another one of those Spanish artists who make you proud to share the same nationality and language is coming here: the one and only Manuel Carrasco.
With two consecutive dates that are almost sold out, Manuel Carrasco brings us the best of his repertoire, and more than twenty years of music go a long way, especially with his talent.
Whether you’re a die-hard fan of his lyrics or you’ve never really stopped to listen and feel what he sings, we recommend you don’t miss the opportunity to see one of the Spanish artists with the best live performances on the current scene.
Bunbury
13 september
Movistar Arena
We are now beginning to talk about legends of music, both national and international. Enrique Bunbury, the heart and soul of Héroes del Silencio, brings us the best of his repertoire, spanning from 1997 to 2005, as well as new songs.
A unique voice and style, his own, with personality and unwavering. Bunbury is not seen or heard; Bunbury is felt and enjoyed. A true rocker with the soul of a composer and writer, a more than authoritative voice in the world of music in such a special venue as the Movistar Arena.
Sabina. Hola y adiós
19 may, 2 june, 2 and 4 july; 20 and 22 october; 25 and 30 november
Movistar Arena
We conclude the list with an artist who is also concluding his career. Although it is painful to read, say, and hear, this is the reality of the eternal Joaquín Sabina.
A poet who decided to sing, a composer who decided to sing, a singer who ventured into writing—call it what you will, but in the end, what will remain is a figure and an icon who will never be eclipsed in Spanish and Latin music.
Our Bob Dylan is saying goodbye to a life on stage and in the studio, inviting us to one last dance, although we sincerely hope it will be the last. He will review the best of his career, and to say that about Sabina is saying a lot.
This is one of those events that you will talk about a thousand times, that you will feel proud to have been able to attend and be part of music history; I went to see Sabina in Madrid, how about you? Madrid and Sabina, there is no better combination.