Organisers of Festival Presidente 2026 have released single-day tickets for the upcoming two-day music festival in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. Event promoter SD Concerts announced on Thursday, August 27, 2026, that individual daily passes would go on sale on Friday, August 28 at 11:00 a.m. local time through the Tuboleta.com.do ticketing platform.
The festival is scheduled for Friday, December 11, and Saturday, December 12, 2026, at the Centro Olímpico Juan Pablo Duarte stadium complex in the Dominican capital. Combination passes covering both days will also remain available for concertgoers seeking the full event experience.
Around 20 musical acts are slated to perform across the weekend as the festival returns to the Caribbean nation. The opening day on Friday, December 11, will be headlined by Dominican singer-songwriter Juan Luis Guerra 4.40 and Scottish record producer DJ Calvin Harris.
They will share the main stage with a supporting lineup that includes Colombian artist Beéle, Venezuelan singer Danny Ocean, Dominican merengue singer Milly Quezada, salsa group Chiquito Team Band, as well as Fineta, La Más Doll, Leo RD, and Arlene MC.
Ticket prices and booking options
During the initial presale period, single-day passes started at RD$3,900 for seats in the Gradas D1, C1, A1, and B1 grandstand sections. Standard grandstand tickets were offered at RD$6,900, while general field admission stood at RD$8,500 and VIP field access was priced at RD$10,500. Two-day pass packages during presale were listed at RD$7,800, RD$13,800, RD$17,000, and RD$21,000, depending on eligible payment cards.
For the general public sale, daily ticket prices start at RD$6,119.72 for grandstand sections A1, B1, C1, and D1. Seats in the East and West Grandstand areas begin at RD$10,827.20. Field admission passes start at RD$13,337.86, while VIP field passes are priced from RD$16,476.16. Published rates do not specify whether local taxes are included.
Lineup for second night
The second night of the festival, on Saturday, December 12, will feature co-headlining performances by Puerto Rican reggaeton artist Don Omar and American pop star Katy Perry.
The Saturday roster also features supporting sets from Omar Courtz, Aria Vega, Elena Rose, Dalvin La Melodía, salsa singer Yiyo Sarante, DJ Karlo, Fineta, El Lápiz, and Donaty.
Venue expansion and new attractions
The 2026 edition marks a significant shift in the layout of Festival Presidente. Organisers are expanding the setup across various areas of the Centro Olímpico Juan Pablo Duarte, converting the sports complex into an interconnected circuit of music, cultural exhibits, and interactive entertainment.
Among the new attractions is the Perro Negro Experience, an installation inspired by the famous nightclub in Medellín, Colombia, making its Dominican debut as part of an international expansion. The site will also host an immersive circus style theatrical show featuring aerial acrobatics, live musical performances, mobile stage structures, and custom visual effects.
Sports fans can visit the Dugout por Juan Soto, a baseball-themed lounge inspired by the career of the Dominican Major League Baseball outfielder. In addition, Colmado La Dura will recreate a traditional Dominican corner grocery store, serving as a social gathering spot within the venue grounds.
Festival organisers have also announced plans for sustainability initiatives, accessibility accommodations, and responsible alcohol consumption programs. Food vendors, brand activations, and additional entertainment areas will be announced closer to the event dates.
Festival history and background
Festival Presidente is returning to Santo Domingo nine years after its previous staging in 2017. Created and sponsored by Cerveza Presidente, the flagship beer brand of the Dominican Republic, the event is one of the largest music festivals in the Caribbean region.
Since its inception, the festival has hosted internationally renowned artists including Latin pop icon Thalía, Colombian singer Carlos Vives, reggaeton artist Daddy Yankee, and American pop stars Justin Timberlake and Bruno Mars.
