Zara Larsson unleashed her trademark sass and sparkle at Open'er Festival 2026 on Thursday, July 1, treating the Polish crowd to a high-octane set that left them begging for more. The Swedish pop sensation has been riding the crest of a wave after her 2015 hit 'Lush Life' was catapulted back into the limelight by a viral TikTok trend that shows no signs of fading.
The social media phenomenon started when a live clip of Larsson performing with a fan during her 'Midnight Sun' tour went viral, sparking a global trend where fans recreated the on-stage choreography. The result? 'Lush Life' is now topping charts in Germany, Austria, Czech Republic, and Norway – nearly a decade after its initial release – thanks to this TikTok-driven revival.
Larsson was in high spirits as she took the stage, expressing her heartfelt gratitude for the song's renewed popularity. "I feel so grateful to be here," she exclaimed, "and it just keeps getting better and better! That's all thanks to you guys," she said with a nod to the devoted fans in the front row, many of whom she knew by name. One lucky fan, Peter, even got the chance to join Larsson on stage for a 'Lush Life' routine – a dream come true for this enthusiastic supporter.
The performance was a masterclass in variety, with Larsson delivering her biggest hits like 'Symphony', 'Ruin My Life', and 'Wow', as well as an acoustic rendition of her debut single 'Uncover', which she introduced with a wry comment about feeling old but wanting to take it all the way back to 2013. The crowd was wowed by tracks from her recent remix album, 'Midnight Sun: Girls Trip', featuring collaborations with Tyla and Robyn.
Larsson's message-driven performance was perhaps best encapsulated in her powerful delivery of 'Hot & Sexy', a song that tackles themes of misogyny and female empowerment. The lyrics, displayed on the main video screen, left a lasting impression, underscoring the track's poignant message. As she closed out her set with 'Midnight Sun', Larsson encouraged the audience to let loose and celebrate freedom – a fitting finale to an unforgettable performance.
With her recent album still making waves, Larsson has hinted at more new music on the horizon. In a recent interview, she dropped a tantalising hint that "some other stuff recorded" is waiting in the wings, leaving fans eagerly anticipating what's next from this unstoppable pop star.