Global star Tyla Seethal is set to light up the 2025 Global Citizen Festival alongside international icons The Weeknd and Shakira.
Scheduled for September 27, 2025 on the iconic Great Lawn of Central Park, this year’s festival promises a lineup filled with electrifying performances, including contributions from Ayra Starr and Mariah the Scientist.
Just days after delivering the inaugural halftime show for the FIFA Club World Cup, Global Citizen unveiled this star-studded lineup. The festival is more than just a celebration of music; it aims to tackle pressing global issues through concerted efforts from artists, advocates, and the public alike.
Hosted by esteemed Global Citizen ambassador Hugh Jackman, the event will once again draw attention to pivotal humanitarian campaigns. The 2025 festival will focus on four key initiatives: providing energy access for one million people across Africa, ensuring 30 000 children worldwide gain access to quality education, mobilising $200 million to protect 30 million hectares of the Amazon rainforest, and registering 40 000 New Yorkers for community volunteering efforts.
“I’m honoured to headline the incredible Global Citizen Festival in Central Park this September. Music has always been my way of connecting with people and leaving a mark on the world. I can’t wait to perform, unite, and inspire action,” expressed Shakira, underlining her fervour for music as a catalyst for change.
This will mark Hugh Jackman’s eleventh year as host. “I’m thrilled by the progress we’ve made over the years,” he remarked. “The growing impact of the Global Citizen movement touches every corner of the world, and I’m eager to advocate alongside my fellow ambassadors, performers, world leaders, and private sector executives to leave the world better than we found it.”
The festival is backed by numerous major partners, including Cisco, Authentic Brands Group, Bridgewater Associates, Delta Air Lines, PayPal, Venmo, and Procter & Gamble. The production is spearheaded by Emmy Award-winning companies Done+Dusted and Diversified Production Services, ensuring a world-class experience.
Hugh Evans, Co-Founder and CEO of Global Citizen, stressed the urgency of the festival’s mission: “Ending extreme poverty is within our reach — but only if we come together to ensure governments and corporations deliver on their promises.” He highlighted the importance of renewable energy, Amazon protection, and investment in future education as critical areas for action.
Cisco’s Fran Katsoudas, EVP and Chief People, Policy and Purpose Officer, echoed commitment to these goals: “Solving the complex problems of our world requires bold partners, daily action, and the influence of young innovators and activators. We’re proud to support Global Citizen’s international movement and flagship festivals to accelerate our impact while inspiring new generations to lead.”
Saturday Star