For the First Time in Jordan Shakira Brings Her Global Tour to Aqaba

In cooperation with the Aqaba Special Economic Zone Authority and the Jordan Tourism Board, and organized by 16th of May Company, Ayla Oasis Development Company has announced that it will host global superstar Shakira in a major concert on Saturday, 28 March 2026, at the Ayla Golf Courses in Aqaba. The concert is part of her world tour, Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran.

Shakira is officially recognized by Guinness World Records as the highest-grossing Latin artist in the history of global concert tours, adding exceptional regional and international significance to the event.

The concert marks a major milestone in Jordan’s entertainment and tourism landscape and highlights Aqaba’s growing reputation as a safe and attractive regional destination capable of hosting world-class international artists.

The event is expected to boost tourism across the Kingdom by attracting thousands of visitors from the region and around the world. This influx is anticipated to positively impact the hospitality, hotel, tourism services, and transportation sectors, while further strengthening Aqaba’s global profile as a vibrant, event-driven city.

Commenting on the announcement, Sahl Dudin, Managing Director of Ayla Oasis, said, "Hosting Shakira in Aqaba represents an important step in Ayla’s vision to position the city as a leading global tourism and entertainment destination. We believe major events play a vital role in stimulating tourism, attracting visitors from Jordan and abroad, and supporting the local economy in a sustainable way.”

Dudin added that the concert is part of Ayla’s ongoing annual events calendar, which aims to deliver exceptional and diverse experiences that blend entertainment, culture, and contemporary lifestyle, while preserving Aqaba’s distinctive identity and natural character.

Through this event, Ayla reaffirms its commitment to its role as a key partner in developing tourism in Aqaba and strengthening its position as a global destination that hosts world-class artistic and cultural events throughout the year.