The Weeknd to Headline 2025 Global Citizen Festival in Central Park

NEW YORK (September 19, 2025) - The Weeknd will co-headline the 2025 Global Citizen Festival alongside Shakira in New York’s Central Park on September 27, leveraging his star power to raise awareness and funds to end extreme poverty and hunger worldwide.

The announcement underscores The Weeknd’s ongoing commitment to philanthropy through his XO Humanitarian Fund, which pledges a dollar from every ticket sold to support vulnerable communities. Joining him on the Great Lawn lineup are Tyla, Ayra Starr, Mariah the Scientist and Camilo, with Hugh Jackman hosting and Bill Nye, Adam Lambert and Danai Gurira among the co-hosts.

Central Park’s Great Lawn will transform into a global stage, expecting over 60,000 advocates, philanthropists and music fans to rally for Sustainable Development Goals. Worldwide streaming will be available via YouTube, Apple Music, Twitch and Prime Video, among others, ensuring the festival’s call to action reaches millions more.

The Weeknd’s performance at the festival comes as he extends his After Hours Til Dawn Tour into a 2026 Europe leg with sold-out stadium dates in London, Amsterdam and Madrid, demonstrating his enduring appeal and philanthropic vision.