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15 Latin Concerts Coming to DFW This Year You Shouldn't Miss

If you missed your chance to perrear to Karol G, no te preocupes. There are a number of great Latin acts coming to Dallas this year.
Pitbull wants us to give him everything, and we're down this time. The singer is joining a bill with fellow Latin powerhouses Enrique Iglesias and Ricky Martin.
Pitbull wants us to give him everything, and we're down this time. The singer is joining a bill with fellow Latin powerhouses Enrique Iglesias and Ricky Martin. Andrew Sherman
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Latin music is a really broad term that has few shared characteristics other than the language used in the songs' lyrics. Just imagine trying to describe genres ranging from Grimes to Simon & Garfunkel by using the term "English music." Latin culture is never out of style, however. Even soccer fever is finally making its way to the U.S., thanks to a certain Argentine player. And with Dallas-Fort Worth being such a confluence of cultures, there are plenty of concerts to get you to the baile.

Already this year we've seen major Latin acts such as Karol G, Peso Pluma, Lila Downs and Paulina Rubio. But there are so many more to come. From indie rock to reggaetón, and salsa and pop icons, here are the best upcoming Latin concerts in DFW.


Tuesday, Sept. 26


Los Fabulosos Cadillacs

Texas Trust CU Theatre, 1001 Performance Place, Grand Prairie

One of Argentina’s biggest rock groups, Los Fabulosos Cadillacs, will visit Texas Trust CU Theatre in Grand Prairie on Sept. 26 as part of their El León Del Ritmo tour. The tour is celebrating the 30-year anniversary of their beloved album El León and their most successful single, “Matador.” This summer, a record-shattering 300,000 people attended their Mexico City show, so don’t miss your chance to see these guys in action. All ages are welcome. Tickets start at $59.
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Legendary rock and murga band Los Fabulosos Cadillacs are coming our way. Can you hear the drums already?
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Thursday, Sept. 28

Becky G
Texas Trust CU Theatre, 1001 Performance Place, Grand Prairie
California native Becky G is finally hitting the road with her first headlining tour, Mi Casa, Tu Casa, this fall. If you missed her much discussed Selena tribute at Coachella in April, you can catch the Mexican-American artist live Sept. 28 at the Texas Trust CU Theatre. Don't worry if you can't make this show; the Latin popstar will make four other stops across Texas in September and October. Tickets for Becky G's Grand Prairie concert start at $53.


Saturday, Sept.30

Maluma
American Airlines Center, 2500 Victory Ave.

Maluma, one of the biggest names in the game, will take the stage Sept. 30 at American Airlines Center on his Don Juan Tour. Super fans of the Medellín star can purchase VIP upgrades for a whopping $998 and meet the sexiest ladies' man in Latin music. The singer's hits, such as “Hawaí” and “Feliz Los 4,” are sure to have the chicas screaming. Tickets to Maluma start at $47.50.

Rata Blanca
Club Vivo, 1930 Pacific Ave.
Argentine heavy metal band Rata Blanca is as '90s cheeseball as it gets, and we mean that lovingly: big hair, excess amounts of leather, rebelling against nothing. The group will be playing the perfect venue, Club Vivo, where you can wear your best Argentina jersey and expect management to hook you up with empanadas. The show is 21 and up and tickets are $50 for GA, $70 for VIP.


Sunday, Oct. 1

Piso 21
The Studio at The Factory, 2713 Canton St.
One of the most prolific mainstream Latin groups in the world, Piso 21 will perform at The Studio at The Factory in Deep Ellum on Oct. 1. You may have heard some of the Colombian pop group's biggest radio hits (“Me Llamas,” “Déjala Que Vuelva” and “Te Vi”) in recent years, and here's your shot to see them live this fall in Dallas. The Los Muchachos tour celebrates the release of their upcoming album with the same name. Tickets for Piso 21's Dallas show start at $38.


Saturday, Oct. 7

Alejandro Sanz
Texas Trust CU Theatre, 1001 Performance Place, Grand Prairie

Alejandro Sanz, who tortured us in Spanish — in the best of ways— with his Shakira collab "La Tortura" wrote a few months ago on Twitter that he'd been struggling with his mental health. The Spanish musician, winner of four Grammy Awards and 22 Latin Grammys, deserves some love from his fans. He'll make a stop on his Oct. 7 at Texas Trust CU Theatre. Tickets start at $93.


Sunday, Oct. 8

Jhayco
Texas Trust CU Theatre, 1001 Performance Place, Grand Prairie

Puerto Rican rapper Jhayco visits the Texas Trust CU Theatre in Grand Prairie on Oct. 8 as part of his 16-leg Vida Rockstar tour. The popular reggaeton artist, formerly known as Jhay Cortez, has made waves with hits including “No Me Conoce,” “Como Se Siente” and “Medusa.” He’s also collaborated with other big names in Latin music including J. Balvin, Anuel AA and Sech, as well as more recently on producer Tainy’s newest record Data. Tickets for Jhayco start at $63.


Thursday, Oct. 19

Carlos Rivera
Majestic Theatre, 1925 Elm St.
Mexican pop star Carlos Rivera comes to Dallas on Oct. 19. Famous not only for his music but also his numerous theater productions and a reality television show, the 37-year-old star is sure to draw a crowd. Un Tour A Todas Partes comes after the release of his latest studio album, Sincerándome. The Majestic Theatre isn’t a huge venue, so grab tickets to Carlos Rivera before they sell out.


Sunday, Oct. 22

Romeo Santos
American Airlines Center, 2500 Victory Ave.
One of the biggest names of bachata, Romeo Santos will reunite with his North Texas fans for one night on Oct. 22, at the American Airlines Center. The Latin music legend surprised the public by adding U.S. stops to his Formula, Vol. 3 — La Gira tour, and we imagine these seats will sell fast. Santos has been making music since the early '90s with his band Aventura, so fans of all ages are sure to be in attendance.


Saturday, Oct. 28


Grupo Frontera & Friends

Dickies Arena, 1911 Montgomery St., Fort Worth
Norteño band Grupo Frontera will perform at Fort Worth’s Dickies Arena on Oct. 28, during a 20-leg tour, El Comienzo. If you didn’t already love this group for their hits “Bebé Dame,” “Que Vuelvas” and “No Se Va,” you probably joined the fan club when they released the single “UN X100TO” with Bad Bunny earlier this year. Don’t miss this relatively new band before they blow up and start selling out stadiums. Tickets to the Dallas show already start at $99.50.
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Luis Miguel, aka Micky, Luismi and "The Sun of Mexico," is finally making his way back to Dallas. Twice!
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Sunday, Oct. 29

Luis Miguel
American Airlines Center, 2500 Victory Ave.
Yet another reason to pack into American Airlines Center this fall is to see the one and only Luis Miguel on Oct. 29. Name doesn’t ring a bell? Google “Ahora, Te Puedes Marchar,” for a quick reminder — arguably the best song that came out of Latin pop in the '80s. Just as his songs don’t age, neither has Luis Miguel’s voice. Now go watch the Netflix biographical series (two seasons!) to learn about this musical star. At the age of 53, Luis Miguel still has “it,” and we can’t wait to see it. Tickets to Luis Miguel sold out within the first 30 minutes, prompting the addition of a second date in May, but resale tickets are still available.

Myke Towers

The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory, 300 W. Las Colinas Blvd., Irving

One of the most original voices in Latin rap comes from Puerto Rican artist Myke Towers, who will drop by North Texas for one night, Oct. 29, at The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory in Irving as part of his La Vida Es Una Tour. He’s often remembered for his feature of Jay Wheeler’s single “La Curiosidad,” which instantly became a classic nearly three years ago. Towers has worked hard to establish a name for himself since then, releasing multiple full-length albums. Tickets to Myke Towers start at $30.


Thursday, Nov. 2

Carlos Vives
Texas Trust CU Theatre, 1001 Performance Place, Grand Prairie

Have you been watching Disney’s Encanto on repeat? No, just us? Of course Carlos Vives' soundtrack song, “Colombia, Mi Encanto,” isn’t exactly his claim to fame but just one more reason why we love him. This Colombian star has been making music for 30 years now and is celebrating by going on a limited-run tour. Thankfully, he stops at Texas Trust CU Theatre in Grand Prairie for two nights on Nov. 1 and 2 (the first night is sold out). Trust us, if anyone knows how to put on a show, it's this guy. Tickets start at $52.


Thursday, Nov. 16

Rawayana
The Studio at The Factory, 2713 Canton St.
Venezuelan pop group Rawayana visits The Studio at the Factory in Deep Ellum on Nov. 16 for on its ¿Quién Trae Las Cornetas? Tour. Collabs like “Binikini” with Danny Ocean helped this group rise to fame, and we couldn’t be more excited that they're coming to town. Their unique genre-bending music combines salsa, reggae and funk to create a fun, trippy sound. Tickets start at $55.

Friday, Nov. 17


Enrique Iglesias, Pitbull, Ricky Martin

American Airlines Center, 2500 Victory Ave.
Three of the biggest Latin artists of all time will come together for The Trilogy Tour on Nov. 17 at the American Airlines Center in Dallas. It’s not every day you can catch Enrique Iglesias, Pitbull and Ricky Martin all in one place, so don’t miss the chance to see these hitmakers live on this 19-leg arena tour, produced by Live Nation. Get your tickets early because fans are going to be lining up for a look at these legendary Latin kings. Tickets are a steal at $125.
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Get to livin' la vida loca with Ricky, Enrique and Pitbull.
Andrew Sherman
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