This summer, NRG Stadium in Houston eagerly welcomes four global icons for an unforgettable concert season. Specifically, Beyoncé, Shakira, The Weeknd, and Metallica will each bring their unique sound, ultimately creating one of the city’s most exciting entertainment lineups in years.

Moreover, each artist delivers a distinct style. Therefore, fans can expect an explosive mix of pop, rock, hip-hop, and Latin music that will undoubtedly electrify the city.

Metallica Ignites the Season with M72 Tour

To kick things off, Metallica took the spotlight on June 14, blasting the stadium with raw energy from their M72 World Tour. During the performance, the band tore through hits like “Enter Sandman” and introduced fresh tracks from 72 Seasons. Meanwhile, the crowd erupted as pyrotechnics, giant props, and a ZZ Top tribute filled the stage.

As a result, critics praised the performance for its intensity, calling it a family-friendly spectacle and one of the standout concerts of the summer.

Shakira Heats Up Houston with Latin Flair

Shortly after, Shakira took the stage at Toyota Center on June 15–16, adding more heat to Houston’s summer music lineup. With bold choreography, powerful vocals, and emotional delivery, she left a lasting impression. In particular, tracks from Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran drew loud cheers from fans of all ages.

Consequently, her return reignited Houston’s passion for Latin pop. In turn, local critics celebrated her show as one of the most vibrant highlights of the season.

Beyoncé Brings “Cowboy Carter” Home

Following Shakira’s performance, Beyoncé will return to her hometown stage at NRG Stadium on June 28–29. At that time, she’ll perform hits from her Cowboy Carter album alongside beloved fan favorites. As always, Beyoncé’s breathtaking visuals and vocals are expected to create a stadium-scale spectacle.

Given the excitement, ticket demand is already soaring. Undoubtedly, these back-to-back performances will become defining moments of the summer.