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Rock in Rio 2026 begins in Rio de Janeiro
The 11th edition of the Rock in Rio music festival begins on September 4, 2026, at the Cidade do Rock in Rio de Janeiro. The seven-day event, scheduled for September 4-7 and 11-13, is expected to host approximately 700,000 attendees and generate R$ 3.36 billion for the local economy.
Technological upgrades are a major focus this year, particularly at the Palco Mundo stage, which features 2,400 square meters of high-definition LED panels. The lineup includes a diverse array of international and national artists, such as Elton John, Foo Fighters, Maroon 5, and Stray Kids.
In response to the massive influx of visitors, the Rio de Janeiro Municipal Health Secretariat has launched an intensified measles vaccination campaign, establishing seven vaccination points at major transit hubs like airports and bus stations. Health experts have also issued guidance for attendees regarding hydration, nutrition, and physical care to manage the heat and long periods of standing.
Entities
Cidade do Rock · Elton John · Foo Fighters · Foo Fighters · Gilberto Gil · Globoplay · Iguá Rio · Natura · Rio de Janeiro · Riotur · Roberta Medina · Rock World
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] One hundred water carriers will patrol the festival grounds to assist with hydration. tribunadaserra.com.br
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The final entry time for the festival is set for midnight. www.piranot.com.br
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The festival expects to host 700,000 attendees over seven days. valor.globo.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Attendees are permitted to bring up to five food items per person.
- [● 8 SOURCES] The Municipal Health Secretariat launched an intensified measles vaccination campaign. euvivoaselecao.com.br · zero83.com.br · freguesianews.com.br · jeremoaboagora.com.br · maracanaonline.com.br · +2 more
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Traffic around the Olympic Park will be restricted with no parking allowed. andersonlopesoficial.com.br
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Rio de Janeiro City Hall released the operational plan for the festival. andersonlopesoficial.com.br
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The event is projected to generate R$ 3.36 billion for the economy. valor.globo.com
- [● 4 SOURCES] The festival is scheduled to take place on September 4, 5, 6, 7, 11, 12, and 13, 2026. andersonlopesoficial.com.br · br.paipee.com · valor.globo.com · ritmomelodia.mus.br
- [● 3 SOURCES] The Palco Mundo stage features 2,400 square meters of high-definition LED panels. www.acessa.com · odiariodebarretos.com.br · paraonline.com.br