The Weeknd's 2026 concert in Madrid: presale, ticket release dates, and prices

The Weeknd is preparing his return to Spain with a double concert at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano stadium in Madrid on August 28 and 29, 2026. The Canadian, one of the most influential artists of the last decade, has included the capital on his international After Hours Til Dawn tour, which will also visit major European cities such as Paris, London, Milan, and Amsterdam. Expectations are high, as these are his only confirmed dates on Spanish soil.

The show will also feature a special guest: rapper Playboi Carti, who will bring his signature style to the evening before Abel Tesfaye—the singer's real name—takes the main stage. The tour is designed as a look back at the creative phase that cemented his global status, featuring songs from his most recent albums: After Hours (2020), Dawn FM (2022), and the recent Hurry Up Tomorrow (2025). Fans will be able to enjoy both the more danceable tracks and his renowned ballads, full of emotion and sonic experimentation.

Tickets will be available in several presale phases and then on general sale, so fans should be aware of the deadlines to avoid missing out. The artist's presale will begin on Tuesday, September 9th at 12:00 PM, exclusively for those who pre-register on the official website before midnight on September 8th.

That same day, starting at 2:00 PM, Santander SMusic customers will have priority access, with a waiting room starting at 1:30 PM. Live Nation will then open its own presale on Thursday, September 11, at 12:00 PM, with early access to the queue starting at 10:30 AM. Finally, general on-sale will open on Friday, September 12, at 12:00 PM on the official channels: LiveNation.es, Ticketmaster, and El Corte Inglés.

The Madrid concert is scheduled for 8:00 p.m., although the organizers warn that the schedule is subject to change. Regarding the admission policy, it has been established that minors under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult with a ticket to the same area. This is a standard measure for large-scale shows with international audiences.

As for prices, the selection of seats is wide, ranging from the most affordable tickets to the most exclusive VIP packages. The cheapest seats start at €51 plus €7 in fees, while the general seating area costs €126 plus €17 in fees. For those seeking better visibility, premium seats cost €151 plus €20 in fees, and the coveted Gold Circle, the area closest to the stage, costs €151 plus €81.50 in fees.

VIP packages are a separate chapter and reflect the premium nature of the tour. Among them, The Timeless VIP Lounge Package costs €611 plus €64.50 in expenses, offering exclusive experiences such as priority access, official merchandise, and hospitality. Intermediate options are also included, such as the Premium Early Entry VIP Package (€387 plus €51.50 in expenses) or the Seated VIP Package, available from €288.50 plus €38.50 in expenses.

Beyond the musical experience, the tour maintains a strong social component. The Weeknd has renewed his collaboration with Global Citizen and the UN World Food Programme's XO Humanitarian Fund, donating one euro from every ticket sold in Europe—and one pound in the UK—to these causes. The artist, who has already promoted humanitarian aid campaigns on previous tours, thus underscores his commitment to charitable projects related to food and the fight against poverty.

The Weeknd is preparing his return to Spain with a double concert at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano stadium in Madrid on August 28 and 29, 2026. The Canadian, one of the most influential artists of the last decade, has included the capital on his international After Hours Til Dawn tour, which will also visit major European cities such as Paris, London, Milan, and Amsterdam. Expectations are high, as these are his only confirmed dates on Spanish soil.