Kanye West chooses Madrid for his only concert in Spain this summer

Updated 10 March 17:43

Madrid’s cultural calendar adds a new milestone this summer: Kanye West, one of the most influential names in international rap, will perform in the capital for the first time in a single concert on 30 July. The event will take place at Riyadh Air Metropolitano stadium, a venue that this year is establishing itself as the epicentre of major live shows in the city.

Kanye West’s concert joins a season in which Madrid is hosting performances by artists such as Bad Bunny, Bruno Mars, The Weeknd and BTS, confirming the city’s international pull as a music destination. For those looking for more plans, the concert calendar in the capital offers options for every taste and age throughout the year.

In recent years, Riyadh Air Metropolitano stadium has become one of Madrid’s most versatile spaces. Beyond football, its capacity and access make it a strategic place for major music and cultural events. Its location, well connected by public transport, makes it easier for thousands of attendees to arrive from different parts of the city and the region. Madrid is already moving in that direction, consolidating its position on the international concert circuit.