Rock in Rio Lisboa draws record 330k fans for 11th edition
Taking place over two weekends, the Portuguese event featured Katy Perry, Linkin Park, Rod Stewart, and 21 Savage as headliners
News By Hanna Ellington | 29 June 2026
Rock in Rio Lisboa drew a record 330,000 people from more than 125 countries to the City of Rock for its 11th edition, solidifying the biennial festival’s position as a market leader ahead of the return of the Brazilian institution in September.
Taking place over two weekends (20-21 & 27-28 June), the Portuguese event, staged at the 80,000-capacity Parque Papa Francisco (formerly Parque Tejo), featured Katy Perry, Linkin Park, Rod Stewart, and 21 Savage as headliners.
Over four days, the festival hosted…