This summer, Houston’s NRG Stadium welcomes four global icons for an unforgettable concert series. To kick off the excitement, Beyoncé, Shakira, The Weeknd, and Metallica each bring their signature sound to the stage. Together, they promise one of the most thrilling live music seasons in recent memory.

At the same time, each artist offers a distinct musical style. As a result, local audiences can expect a vibrant fusion of pop, rock, hip-hop, and Latin music lighting up the city.

Metallica Ignites Summer with Explosive M72 Tour

To open the summer, Metallica stormed into NRG Stadium on June 14 with the explosive force of their M72 World Tour. During their set, they powered through crowd favorites like “Enter Sandman” and introduced new material from 72 Seasons. Meanwhile, fans roared with excitement as pyrotechnics, massive stage props, and a tribute to ZZ Top turned the show into a full sensory spectacle.

Consequently, critics praised the concert as a high-energy, family-friendly triumph that raised the bar for all acts to follow.

Shakira Energizes the City with Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran

Soon after, Shakira took the spotlight at the Toyota Center on June 15–16. With stunning choreography, raw vocals, and standout songs from her latest album, she captivated a packed house. Additionally, her emotional delivery reignited Houston’s love for Latin pop while reinforcing her global influence.

In response, local press highlighted her performance as one of the summer’s most magnetic moments.

Beyoncé Returns Home with Cowboy Carter

Looking ahead, Beyoncé returns to her hometown with two shows at NRG Stadium on June 28–29. As part of her Cowboy Carter tour, she will deliver a powerful mix of fresh material and fan-favorite hits. Her signature stage presence and vocal command remain at the heart of every performance.

Because of her Houston roots, fans already expect back-to-back sellouts and a celebration that feels personal and grand.

The Weeknd Wraps Up Summer in Style

Finally, The Weeknd closes the summer on August 30 with a stop on his After Hours Til Dawn Tour. To add even more energy, Houston’s own Mike Dean and special guest Playboi Carti will join him on stage. The performance features immersive visuals and a diverse setlist that spans After Hours through Hurry Up Tomorrow.

Ultimately, the night aims to leave audiences with a cinematic ending to a legendary concert season in Houston.