Colombian superstar Shakira has announced a major shift in her upcoming North American tour plans. Initially scheduled to begin in November 2024 across various arenas in the United States and Canada, the tour will now be postponed until May 2025. The change comes in response to overwhelming demand, which has prompted the singer to upgrade her shows from smaller venues to large stadiums. The new tour dates, which will be announced on October 21, are set to take place immediately after Shakira completes her Latin American leg.

The “Hips Don’t Lie” singer addressed the decision in a heartfelt message shared on her Instagram story on October 18. “Your incredible support since my tour announcement has truly been extraordinary,” Shakira wrote. “It’s already making this the biggest tour of my career. As Live Nation communicated earlier, the demand for tickets and more shows has reached the point that our tour now requires stadiums in the USA and more dates so I can see as many of you as possible.”

The delay means fans will have to wait a few extra months to see Shakira perform live. Yet, the singer promises that the wait will be well worth it. “I know many of you made big efforts to be a part of these shows,” she acknowledged. “Thank you so much for supporting me through this. Your understanding and love mean the world to me and help me continue breaking barriers. I’ll be waiting for all of you with great anticipation. I promise to make it worth the wait and deliver the best show of my life!”

A Phenomenon in the Making
The tour, named after Shakira’s latest album Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran (Women No Longer Cry), marks her first major tour in seven years and follows the album’s massive success. The LP, which debuted in March 2024, topped Billboard’s Top Latin Albums and Latin Pop Albums charts, making Shakira the first woman to achieve No. 1 albums across four decades. The record, a blend of emotionally charged ballads and empowering anthems, reflects Shakira’s own journey of resilience and growth, capturing themes of heartbreak, healing, and newfound strength.

The initial announcement of the tour earlier this year sparked immediate excitement, with tickets selling out rapidly for multiple dates. The high demand was evident as soon as additional dates were added in key locations like Palm Springs, Miami, and Brooklyn. However, as the months passed, it became clear that even these extra shows would not suffice to accommodate the large number of eager fans.

In Latin America, Shakira’s tour has been met with similar enthusiasm. Shows across Brazil, Peru, Chile, Argentina, and Mexico have nearly sold out, and her performances in Colombia are already breaking records. The two scheduled dates in her hometown of Barranquilla quickly filled the 46,000-seat Metropolitano Stadium, with the second date selling out in under three hours. Shakira will take the stage in Barranquilla in February, during the city’s iconic Carnival celebrations. Her concerts there are expected to be a highlight of the festival, drawing tens of thousands of fans and reshaping the city’s cultural calendar.

A Step Up in Scale and Spectacle
Shakira’s decision to shift from arenas to stadiums is not just about meeting demand; it’s about delivering an unprecedented live experience. The singer’s team has hinted that the upgraded shows will feature a futuristic production, utilizing cutting-edge technology and special effects to create a truly immersive spectacle. Shakira herself has promised that the performances will be “larger and unlike anything I’ve done before,” signaling an ambitious and imaginative approach to staging the concerts.

Fans can expect to hear tracks from Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran, including hits like “Te Sigo Pensando” and “Cuando Me Recuerdes,” alongside some of Shakira’s greatest hits. The setlist will likely span her decades-long career, with classic songs like “Whenever, Wherever,” “She Wolf,” and “La Tortura” giving longtime fans plenty to look forward to. By incorporating her older songs, Shakira plans to create a concert experience that celebrates both her musical evolution and the nostalgic connections she shares with her audience.

The singer’s team has described the tour as a “monumental production” that will raise the bar for live performances. The goal is to use the expanded venue capacity to deliver an even more memorable experience for concertgoers. With attendance expected to reach the hundreds of thousands across North America, Shakira is set to join the ranks of artists like Beyoncé and Taylor Swift, whose recent tours have similarly elevated the standard for stadium shows.

Addressing the Fans' Concerns
Though the decision to postpone has been met with understanding, some fans were initially disappointed to learn that their long-awaited concert dates would be delayed. Shakira, well aware of the impact this change might have on her followers, has taken the time to express her gratitude and empathy toward those who have already made plans. “I know some of you booked flights and hotels and arranged your schedules for these shows,” she wrote in her message. “I’m so sorry for any inconvenience this has caused, but I promise it will be worth the wait.”

Shakira’s transparency about the tour’s shift has helped reassure fans, many of whom took to social media to express their excitement for the upgraded shows. “We’re going to see Shakira in a stadium now! Can’t wait!” wrote one user on X (formerly Twitter), while another commented, “I was sad at first, but now I’m just thrilled. A stadium show is going to be epic!”

A Global Icon’s Continued Legacy
The Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour represents a significant moment in Shakira’s career, allowing her to reflect on her evolution as an artist and performer. Known for her dynamic stage presence and ability to captivate audiences with both her voice and dance, Shakira has long been a trailblazer for Latin music on the world stage. She has broken cultural and linguistic barriers, bringing her distinctive sound to mainstream audiences and earning recognition across numerous genres.

Over the past year, Shakira has also faced personal challenges, including a highly publicized legal dispute with Spanish tax authorities. In 2023, she resolved the case by agreeing to pay a settlement, citing her desire to protect her children from further media scrutiny. Throughout these struggles, Shakira has remained committed to her music, channeling her experiences into Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran. The album has been praised for its honesty, emotional depth, and celebration of resilience—a fitting backdrop for a tour that aims to be her most ambitious yet.

As Shakira prepares to kick off her tour in May 2025, anticipation continues to build. The switch from arenas to stadiums signifies not just a logistical upgrade, but a declaration of her ongoing influence and ability to resonate with millions of fans worldwide. For Shakira, the journey from heartbreak to hope has not only shaped her music but also redefined the scope of what she can achieve on stage.

When she finally steps onto that first stadium stage in the U.S. next May, it will mark the beginning of a new chapter—one that promises to be bigger, bolder, and more spectacular than anything she’s done before.

The new concerts will be “larger and unlike anything I’ve done before,” Shakira says as she announces the change.