Rock in Rio 2026 Begins with Foo Fighters and Enhanced Safety Measures

Rock in Rio 2026 begins this Friday, September 4, with Foo Fighters headlining the Palco Mundo. As the gates prepare to open, fans have gathered at the Cidade do Rock, with some writing numbers on their hands to maintain their place in line while accessing food or restrooms. To combat strong heat, organizers have deployed water distributors and vaporization equipment to cool the crowds. The festival will run on September 4, 5, 6, 7, 11, 12, and 13, with Avenged Sevenfold scheduled as the main attraction on Saturday. Among the performers on Friday is the American hardcore band Rise Against, which is scheduled to perform at 9:20 p.m. Three of the four members of Rise Against follow the straight edge lifestyle, a punk movement originating in 1981 that advocates for the total abstention of alcohol and illicit drugs. For families attending the event, the organization has implemented a registration system for children and adolescents up to 16 years old. Parents can register online and collect identification bracelets at the entrance to help locate their children in case of separation. The event will be broadcast live via Globoplay, Multishow, and Bis, with special coverage on Globo.