Jennie Makes History Headlining Spain’s Mad Cool Festival

Jennie has once again made history, wrapping up her phenomenal run on the European festival circuit by headlining Spain’s prestigious 2026 Mad Cool Festival. On July 9 local time, the K-pop powerhouse commanded the main stage in Madrid, marking her as the sole K-pop artist to take the top billing at the 10th-anniversary event, which also featured global stars like Charlie Puth and Zara Larsson.

An Unforgettable Madrid Performance

Her electrifying setlist captivated the Spanish crowd, featuring fan favorites such as “Handlebars,” “Seoul City,” “Mantra,” “ExtraL,” and “like JENNIE.” Adding to the excitement, Jennie also treated attendees to an exclusive partial preview of a brand-new track, hinting at exciting new music on the horizon and generating immense buzz among her dedicated fanbase.

Crowning a Historic European Festival Streak

This iconic performance at Mad Cool solidifies Jennie’s trailblazing status, completing an unprecedented hat-trick of headlining three major European festivals consecutively. She previously shattered records by becoming the first K-pop artist to headline Denmark’s Roskilde Festival and Poland’s Open’er Festival. Her groundbreaking journey is far from over, with eagerly anticipated appearances slated for Lollapalooza Chicago in the United States and Japan’s Summer Sonic 2026, promising more unforgettable moments for fans worldwide.