Katy Perry coming to the DR for the first time: confirmed for Festival Presidente 2026

Katy Perry, one of the world’s biggest pop stars, confirmed she will perform for the first time in the Dominican Republic as part of the return of Festival Presidente 2026, set for December at the Félix Sánchez Olympic Stadium in Santo Domingo.

The announcement exciting the DR

The artist announced her visit through social media, unleashing a wave of reactions among her Dominican fans. The show will be produced by SD Concerts, with the Olympic Stadium as the venue.

The festival’s return

Festival Presidente, one of the most anticipated music events in the Caribbean, returns this year with a top-tier international lineup. Katy Perry’s announcement joins the names of major Latin and urban music stars already confirmed.

Why it is trending

A concert of this caliber in Santo Domingo is not just a cultural event: it is a boost for tourism and the local economy, with full hotels, extra flights and a huge impact across the country’s social media.

The key figure

First time. Katy Perry will set foot on Dominican soil for the first time in her career, on the country’s biggest stage.