Shakira Sells Out Record Fresno Stadium Concert

Shakira's concert at Valley Children’s Stadium in Fresno is set to be a historic event as the first-ever concert held at the venue, expected to draw tens of thousands of attendees and potentially become the largest single-night concert in the city's history. The event, part of Shakira's Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran tour, has sold out with around 20,000 tickets purchased, though some resale tickets remain at high prices. Fresno State officials and local leaders see the concert as a test of Fresno's potential to host major events, with the university using it as a revenue diversification effort and the community hoping it will boost the city's profile as a concert destination. Extensive preparations are in place, including tight security, medical teams, shuttles, and multiple parking options, with organizers urging attendees to arrive early and prepare for high temperatures. Local businesses, such as Wesley United Methodist Church, are also capitalizing on the event by offering paid parking to support community programs. Despite some market challenges noted by promoters, the concert is viewed as an important step toward attracting more big-name events to the region.