Ed Sheeran in Asunción, Paraguay: First-Ever Show in the Country at La Nueva Olla on November 26, 2026 — FINNEAS Opens
Key Facts
- Date and venue. November 26, 2026, at Estadio ueno La Nueva Olla (General Pablo Rojas), Asunción, Paraguay.
- Why it matters. Ed Sheeran’s first-ever concert in Paraguay.
- Special guest. FINNEAS — producer and solo artist — as main support.
- Tickets. On sale via Ticketea; general tiers from Gs. 336,000 plus service charge.
- The tour. The Loop Tour, behind the album ‘Play’ with singles ‘Azizam’ and ‘Sapphire’.
Ed Sheeran Paraguay 2026 is official: the British singer-songwriter plays his first concert in the country on November 26, 2026, at Asunción’s Estadio ueno La Nueva Olla, with FINNEAS as main support and tickets on sale via Ticketea.
For expats in Paraguay — and for concert travelers from Argentina and Brazil — this is the biggest international debut Asunción has landed in years: a global stadium act choosing the country for the first time.
A First for Paraguay
Paraguay has spent years on the edge of the great South American touring triangle — Buenos Aires, São Paulo, Santiago — watching the biggest productions route around it. On November 26 that changes: Ed Sheeran plays Asunción for the first time in his career.
The show, produced by G5PRO and Move Concerts, lands at Estadio ueno La Nueva Olla, the Cerro Porteño ground officially known as Estadio General Pablo Rojas — the country’s most modern big-stage venue.
The Venue: La Nueva Olla
La Nueva Olla has become Asunción’s default answer when a global act asks for a stadium: steep stands, a pitch-level campo and the atmosphere of a football ground converted for one night into the country’s largest concert bowl.
For first-time visitors, the practical notes are simple: the stadium sits in the Obrero district, rideshare coverage is good, and late-November Asunción is hot — hydration and light clothing are not optional.
FINNEAS as Special Guest
The support slot carries its own weight: FINNEAS — Finneas O’Connell — is the producer and co-writer behind Billie Eilish’s catalog and a solo artist in his own right, with a live set built around the songs he made famous from the studio.
A double bill of this profile is rare for Asunción. Early arrival is worth it: the opening set here is effectively a second headliner for anyone who follows pop craftsmanship.
The Loop Tour and ‘Play’
The Loop Tour supports ‘Play’, Sheeran’s 2025 album that opened at number one across Europe and Oceania and delivered the singles ‘Azizam’ and ‘Sapphire’ — records built, as the title promises, for his loop-pedal live architecture.
Expect the classic Sheeran stadium format: one man, a pedalboard and a setlist that moves from ‘Shape of You’ — Apple Music’s most-played song of the last decade — through the new material without a backing band in sight.
Tickets and What They Cost
Sales run through Ticketea, Paraguay’s primary platform. The ueno bank presale opened May 4 and the general sale followed on May 6 — meaning tickets are available now, with general tiers listed from Gs. 336,000 plus service charge.
The show is all-ages, but the promoters advise against bringing children under 13 into Campo VIP and Campo General; minors in those sections must be accompanied by a responsible adult with their own ticket.
Why Expats Should Care
Asunción’s expat community — small, tight and used to traveling to Buenos Aires or São Paulo for nights like this — gets a home game for once: a top-five global touring act playing ten minutes from the city center.
For the region’s concert travelers, the math is attractive too: short hops from Buenos Aires, Córdoba, Santa Cruz or Campo Grande, a favorable exchange rate and a city where a stadium night still costs a fraction of its neighbors.
Paraguay’s Concert Rise
The Sheeran booking crowns a visible trend: Asunción has been converting itself into a serious stop on the South American circuit, with banking brands like ueno attaching their names to venues and promoters bringing in acts that would have skipped the country five years ago.
For the local economy, a debut of this size fills hotels across the city, pulls weekend visitors from three neighboring countries and strengthens the case for the next global act weighing a Paraguay date.
A Note for Regional Travelers
Argentine fans from Formosa, Corrientes and Resistencia are closer to Asunción than to Buenos Aires — cross-border concert trips are routine, and this show will draw heavily from the Argentine northeast as well as southern Brazil.
Border logistics are straightforward for Mercosur nationals with an ID card; everyone else should carry a passport. Late November is the start of the Asunción heat season, so plan for a warm night inside and outside the stadium.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Ed Sheeran play in Paraguay?
Ed Sheeran plays Asunción, Paraguay on November 26, 2026, at the Estadio ueno La Nueva Olla — his first concert in the country.
Who opens for Ed Sheeran in Asunción?
FINNEAS — the producer and solo artist known for his work with Billie Eilish — is the confirmed main support act.
Where do I buy Ed Sheeran Asunción tickets?
Tickets are sold through Ticketea (ticketea.com.py), with general tiers from Gs. 336,000 plus service charge.
What is the Loop Tour?
Ed Sheeran’s 2025–2026 world tour behind the album ‘Play’, featuring the singles ‘Azizam’ and ‘Sapphire’ and his signature loop-pedal one-man stadium show.
Connected Coverage
Sheeran also plays two nights at São Paulo’s rebranded Nubank Parque and closes the year in Mexico City on December 11 — read our coverage.
Sources: Ticketea, La Nación Paraguay, edsheeran.com (consulted September 11, 2026).
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