Katy Perry to Make Dominican Republic Debut at Festival Presidente 2026

Katy Perry will make her debut in the Dominican Republic as part of the lineup for Festival Presidente 2026, adding one of the biggest international names announced so far to the December music event in Santo Domingo.

The U.S. singer announced her participation through social media, signaling her anticipation for her first performance before a Dominican audience. The announcement quickly drew attention among fans in the country.

Katy Perry Announces First Dominican Show

Perry told her followers that she would be spending December playing and dancing with her fans in the Dominican Republic, accompanying the message with references to the country’s flag.

The singer is known internationally for hits including “Firework,” “Roar,” “Dark Horse” and “Teenage Dream.” Her addition gives Festival Presidente another major international headliner as organizers continue to build the 2026 program.

Festival Presidente Lineup Continues to Expand

Perry joins a lineup that already includes Don Omar, Juan Luis Guerra, Milly Quezada, Beéle, Yiyo Sarante, Omar Courtz, Elena Rose and Dalvin La Melodía.

Organizers have indicated that additional national and international performers will be announced in the coming weeks, leaving the final lineup open as preparations for the festival continue.

Festival Returns to Santo Domingo in December

Festival Presidente 2026 is scheduled to return in December to the Centro Olímpico Juan Pablo Duarte in Santo Domingo, one of the Dominican capital’s principal venues for large-scale sporting and entertainment events.

The arrival of Perry marks a notable addition to the Dominican music calendar, particularly because it will be her first performance in the country. Further details about the complete lineup and event programming are expected as organizers continue announcing participating artists.