El Paso fans are gearing up for the Colombian star Karol G concerts Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 5-6, at the Sun Bowl Stadium.
Karol G is bringing her “Viajando Por El Mundo Tropitour” to El Paso, with Becky G as a special guest.
Becky G appeared as a surprise guest during Karol G's history-making headline set at Coachella in April of this year. Karol G was the first Latina woman to headline Coachella. Before that, they had also shared the stage during Karol G's Mañana Será Bonito Tour in 2023-24.
Here is what to know in preparation for Karol G's concerts.
When do gates open? What time does show start?
Here are the set times for the concerts.
The Pay to Park will open at 10 a.m. These parking areas are SB2 along Sun Bowl Drive, SC1, SC2, SC3, and SC4 along Schuster Avenue. HA1 Hawthorne Street
and Rim Road, and SC5 on West Schuster Avenue.
The Merch Stand will open at 2 p.m. in Glory Field, on Glory Road. Camping is now allowed. Do not arrive earlier than 1 p.m. There will also be merch stands on the second level of the stadium.
Selected VIP Packages check-in begins at 4:15 p.m. at the North Gate.
General doors open at 5 p.m.
Show starts at 7 p.m.
Karol G's “Viajando Por El Mundo Tropitour” tickets
Plenty of tickets are still available for Karol G's “Viajando Por El Mundo Tropitour." Tickets range from $91 to $ 446, plus fees, and are available at Ticketmaster.com and the UTEP Box Office.
Where to enter Sun Bowl Stadium
Fans can enter the stadium through any gate (North, South, or East), regardless of the gate listed on their ticket. The West Gate is for ADA and premium ticket holders only.
General Parking, ADA parking
General parking passes will be available for purchase on the day of the event, only at the entrance of each lot. Passes can only be purchased with credit cards.
UTEP has contracted with the Goldmine Collective to provide parking services for select University Special Events.
ADA parking passes will be available for purchase on a first-come, first-served basis at:
- Glory Road 3 (GR3) & Glory Road 4 (GR4). Access through N. Oregon St.
- Sun Bowl 5 (SB5)
- Sun Bowl Parking Garage (SBG): Top Floor (5th) only, has access to ground level South of Stadium (Southwest Gate)
- ADA Parking Placards and/or license plates will be required. ADA VIP Ticket holders: For the most accessible experience, you should pay to park in the lots located near the North Gate (GR3, GR4), which provide direct ADA-friendly access to the Check-In Area.
To speak with someone regarding accommodations, assistance or questions prior to shows, call the UTEP Office of Special Events at (915) 747-5481. Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Friday.Or email utc@utep.edu & events@utep.edu
People warned to stay off mountains
Climbing the mountains to watch the concerts is strictly prohibited. Security and law enforcement will be monitoring the perimeter. Noncompliance may result in trespassing violations.
Permitted items
- Blankets
- Stadium seat cushions must be 16” in width or less
- Bags (including clear backpacks) that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and do not exceed 12" x 6" x 12"
- One-gallon clear plastic freezer bag (Ziploc bag or similar)
- Small clutch bag (4.5" x 6.5" or smaller), with or without a handle or strap. This can be carried separately or within a plastic bag
- Medical bags containing necessary health items are acceptable after proper inspection and approval by venue personnel/security.
- Liquid IV packs
- Liquid sunscreen
- Handheld/Neck fans
- Small collapsible umbrellas (must fit in clear bag).
- Guests are welcome to use non-professional still cameras (i.e., disposable, Polaroid, lenses less than 4” in length) for personal use.
- One sealed, standard plastic water bottle permitted per patron
- Reusable plastic water bottles. No metal or glass bottles are allowed.
- Event merch purchased on-site
What to know about special effects at Karol G concerts
The concerts will include lasers, low fog, haze, flames, pyro, and strobing effects.
According to the Arizona Republic, Karol G's recent concert at State Farm Stadium in Phoenix was a feast for the eyes as much as it was for the ears. Fireworks, towering flames, dazzling light displays and cascading water effects accompanied different songs, while the massive stage transformed from one act to the next. The main set, built around a towering rocky wall and a pyramid-like structure at its center, constantly evolved through projections, colors and special effects.
Where to pick up rideshare
Use the designated zone at the SB11 Parking Lot at 3333 N. Mesa St. and Kern Drive for pick-up and drop-off.
Driving Directions to Sun Bowl Stadium
From Interstate 10 (East):
Take the Schuster/Sun Bowl exit (18A) to Sun Bowl Drive. Proceed onto Sun Bowl Drive. Continue towards the roundabout and go straight. At the second roundabout, take a right onto Glory Road. The Sun Bowl Stadium will be on the right.
From Interstate 10 (West):
Take the Schuster/Sun Bowl exit (18A) to Sun Bowl Drive. Turn left at the light (Schuster Avenue). At the next light (Sun Bowl Drive), take a left onto Sun Bowl Drive. Continue towards the roundabout and go straight. At the second roundabout, take a right onto Glory Road. The Sun Bowl Stadium will be on the right.
Enjoy Viajando Por El Mundo Pop Up Experience
Karol G fans in El Paso have an opportunity to a Viajando Por El Mundo interactive experience that will feature a unique souvenir shirt.
Cash App is partnering with the Colombian singer to bring the world of Tropicoqueta to life through an immersive fan pop-up experience Friday through Sunday, Sept. 4-6. The pop up will be from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. all three days at the El Paso Convention Center.
The pop-up series debuted in Los Angeles and is traveling to other cities including New York, Miami, and Dallas.
The pop-up invites fans to journey through interactive installations that bring the song's lyrics and destinations to life. Fans will move through each stop, earning a custom stamp at each destination they complete — turning a shirt into a one-of-a-kind interactive collectible.
Square will be powering the point-of-sale systems at all locations. Cash App cardholders will also have access to a dedicated fast entry lane at the pop-up by presenting their physical or virtual Cash App card.
María Cortés González may be reached at 915-546-6150; mcortes@elpasotimes.com; @eptmaria.bsky.social on Bluesky, and @eptmariacg on TikTok.
This article originally appeared on El Paso Times: Karol G in El Paso: Concert times, tickets, parking and entry
