Festival Río Babel 2026 | Madrid

Since its debut in 2017, Festival Río Babel has become a must-attend event in Madrid. Blending the best of Spanish and Latin music, the festival celebrates cultural richness by showcasing some of the most acclaimed and promising artists of the moment.
Río Babel Festival comes back to Madrid on 3 and 5 July 2026 at Auditorio Miguel Ríos Rivas Vaciamadrid for its eighth edition. It is a Latin American music festival multitudinous with the performance of national and international bands.

Río Babel has established itself as a cultural touchstone, bringing together major names and emerging talent with the goal of building bridges across cultures, genres, and generations — all through the universal language of music.

True to its intercultural, intergenerational and international spirit, the festival embraces innovation while staying rooted in quality and tradition. This unique mix makes Río Babel a haven for those seeking emotion, discovery and unforgettable live experiences.

Artists for 2026 are starting to be announced, and the first names truly reflect the spirit of the festival: Katy Perry, Bomba Estéreo and La Casa Azul.

International star Katy Perry is going to perform her only concert in Spanish in 2026 in Madrid. Selling over 143 million singles and having hits from California Gurls and Roar to her 2024 album 143, she is still one of the main voices worldwide pop.

Also, Bomba Estéreo, a Colombian band, will be the one to perform next on stage. Their fusion of electronic, cumbia, reggae, and pop has led them to be one of the most groundbreaking artists in Latin America for the past few years, in fact they are hugely popular worldwide as well.

La Casa Azul, the Guille Milkyway’s colourful, lively and danceable project, is the band that will represent the national talent coming from ​‍​‌‍​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌Spain.

Río Babel is more than a festival — it’s a meeting place where music, culture and joy come together to create something unforgettable. A must for anyone seeking a fresh, global perspective on live music.