Editor’s note: The list is updated on a monthly basis. Festivals that have already passed are deleted from the list.
From the inaugural Migo Fest, the first corridos bash in New York, to Ruidosa Fest in Santiago de Chile and Tomorrowland Brasil, Billboard Español has put together the definitive guide to festivals celebrating Latin music and more around the world.
In the Caribbean, Curaçao North Sea Jazz promises an exciting time in one of the world’s most breathtaking locations with talent such as Ryan Castro, Ricky Martin, Gilberto Santa Rosa and the Gipsy Kings, as well as genre-spanning acts including Tems, Snoop Dogg, NE-YO, Kool & the Gang, Jacob Collier and Koffee.
Then there’s Global Citizen Festival, which expands to Brazil after having already earned a reputation for championing climate change initiatives in New York. As the “world’s first impact concert in the Amazon” in support of COP30, Global Citizen Festival: Amazônia will celebrate major COP commitments and spotlight Indigenous leaders while amplifying campaigns for urgent climate action, and features Anitta, Seu Jorge, Gaby Amarantos, Chris Martin and more.
Over in Phoenix, there’s Belicofest the city’s response the booming new corridos explosion. Now in its second year, the two-day festival (taking place on Nov. 8-9) will spotlight the city’s own Xavi as a headliner, alongside Clave Especial and Grupo Marca Registrada, and special guest performances by Netón Vega and Gerardo Ortiz.
While this may not be an exhaustive list, it serves as a comprehensive guide to some of the genre’s most significant events. Whether you’re a die-hard reggaetón fan, a salsa aficionado, or a lover of all things Latin, see our guide to the must-attend festivals across the globe, arranged in sequential order.
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Curaçao North Sea Jazz
Date: Aug. 28-30
Place: Willemstad, CuraçaoWhether you’re a fan of salsa, pop, jazz or funk, Curaçao North Sea Jazz promises an eclectic journey in one of the world’s most breathtaking locations. This festival, inspired by the North Sea Jazz Festival and founded in the Netherlands in 1976, blends its Dutch heritage with the unique flavor of the island.
Set against the backdrop of the Caribbean, the event will feature Spanish-language talent like Ryan Castro, Ricky Martin, Gilberto Santa Rosa, and the Gipsy Kings, as well as genre-spanning acts like Tems, Snoop Dogg, NE-YO, Kool & the Gang, Jacob Collier and Koffee.
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Vive Latino Spain
Date: Sept. 5-6
Place: Zaragoza, SpainVive Latino Spain returns to Zaragoza for its fourth edition, bringing the energy and spirit of the iconic Mexico City festival to European shores. Set to take place on Sept. 5-6 at the Espacio Expo, the multicultural and multigenerational celebration features a lineup spanning rock, pop, indie, urbano and folk. This year’s lineup includes Los Ángeles Azules, Love of Lesbian, Fangoria, Kase.O, Maldita Vecindad, Macaco, Molotov, Monsieur Periné and more.
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Global Citizen Festival: NYC
Date: Sept. 27
Place: New York CityShakira and The Weeknd will headline the 2025 Global Citizen Festival on the Great Lawn in New York’s Central Park on Sept. 27. The show hosted by Global Citizen ambassador Hugh Jackman will also feature performances from Tyla, Ayra Starr and Mariah the Scientist, with more participants to be announced soon.
This year’s Global Citizen festival campaign is focused on providing energy access to one million people across Africa, according to a release, an effort that aims to provide access to quality education and football — in partnership with FIFA — for 30,000 children around the world. In addition, the campaign will look to “mobilize $200 million to protect 30 million hectares of the Amazon rainforest, and registering 40,000 New Yorkers to volunteer across the city.”
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Ruidosa Fest Chile
Date: Oct. 11-12
Place: Santiago, ChileRuidosa Fest Chile returns roudier than ever, establishing itself as a unique space that celebrates and amplifies the women’s voices in Latin American music. With a stellar lineup headlined by Myriam Hernández, Francisca Valenzuela, Javiera Mena, Villano Antillano, Ms. Nina, Princesa Alba and more, the festival will take in Parque O’Higgins for two days of music, conversations and laughter with comedians such as Paloma Salas and Pamela Leiva. Led by its founder, Francisca Valenzuela, this diverse and inclusive event promises to be an unmissable experience. There’s also an international artist yet to be announced.
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Tomorrowland Brasil
Date: Oct. 10-12
Place: São Paulo, BrazilTomorrowland Brasil returns to São Paulo this fall, promising an electrifying celebration of electronic music. Held across multiple stages, the festival boasts a stellar lineup, featuring heavyweights like Alok, Armin van Buuren, David Guetta, Infected Mushroom, Vintage Culture and Miss Monique. Fans of trance, techno, and house can look forward to sets by artists like Mind Against, Kassian, Agents Of Time, and Konstantin Sibold, while the harder edges of sound come alive with performances from Dang3r, Blastoyz and Psy Trance Mafia.
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iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina
Date: Oct. 25
Place: Miami, U.S.The iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina will light up Miami this fall, transforming the Kaseya Center into a celebration of Latin music and culture. Hosted by radio host Enrique Santos, the festival will bring together fans, legends and buzzy Latin acts for one night. This year’s lineup features salsa icon Gilberto Santa Rosa, Colombian acts Morat and Kapo, Puerto Rican powerhouse Olga Tañón, Venezuelan pop duo Chyno y Nacho and merengue legend Elvis Crespo.
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Pulso GNP
Date: Oct. 25
Place: Querétaro, MexicoEmpire of The Sun, Zoé, The Chainsmokers, Billy Idol, Enjambre, Nathy Peluso and Latin Mafia are set to headline the sixth edition of the Pulso GNP Festival, the largest music event in Mexico’s Bajío region. This highly anticipated festival will take place on Oct. 25 at the Autódromo de Querétaro, just a short trip from Mexico City, and will showcase a mix of national and international talent. The lineup also features standout acts including Maldita Vecindad, Bandalos Chinos, Meme del Real, Caballo Dorado, Carlos Sadness, El Gran Silencio, Elsa y Elmar, Joaquín Medina, Pilaseca, Porter and Tino El Pingüino. Organizers have promised an even bigger festival this year, with a revamped layout at the Autódromo designed to maximize space, ensuring greater comfort and an unforgettable experience for attendees.
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Global Citizen Festival: Amazônia
Date: Nov. 1
Place: Belém, Para, BrazilGlobal Citizen Festival in New York has earned a reputation for championing climate change initiatives. This year, the festival makes history by expanding to Brazil for the “World’s First Impact Concert in the Amazon.” In support of COP30, Global Citizen Festival: Amazônia will celebrate major COP commitments, spotlight Indigenous leaders, and amplify campaigns for urgent climate action, as the culmination of their #ProtectTheAmazon campaign.
The event will feature performances by Brazilian talent, including international superstar Anitta, samba-pop icon Seu Jorge, and tecnobrega legend Gaby Amarantos who spearheads the musical style native to Belém. Joining them are renowned Indigenous leader Chief Raoni Metuktire and Coldplay’s Chris Martin.
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Arre Pepsi Black
Date: Nov. 7-9
Place: Monterrey, MexicoThe Arre Festival — now called Arre Pepsi Black — known for bringing together prominent acts in regional Mexican music, will make its debut in Monterrey this year after hosting two previous editions in Mexico City. Fuerza Regida and Grupo Firme will headline the lineup on Nov. 7 and 9 at Parque Fundidora. This year, the roster will feature more than 30 artists spanning banda, mariachi, tumbados, Tex-Mex, norteño and more.
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