Here’s What Went Down During the First Weekend of Rock in Rio Lisboa
by Adriano Batista
Rock in Rio Lisboa opened its 11th edition with a completely sold-out first weekend, drawing 200,000 people to the City of Rock and visitors from over 125 countries. I was among them, arriving early on Friday to soak in the atmosphere before the first notes even played. The historic start reinforces the festival’s role as one of Europe’s largest platforms for music and culture.
For two days, Lisbon confirmed its place as a meeting point for world music, welcoming fans from five continents. Between performances, immersive experiences, brand activations, and moments of collective celebration, the City of Rock once again united generations and nationalities. I spent both days moving between stages, losing track of time more than once, and sharing high-fives with strangers who became temporary friends.
Charlie Puth
Friday belonged to pop. The World Stage saw Calema open in front of an enthusiastic crowd. Pedro Sampaio turned the City of Rock into a dance floor. Charlie Puth won over the audience with vocal quality and closeness, and Katy Perry closed the night with a show of hits and visual effects that had everyone around me singing at the top of their lungs. On the Music Valley Stage, ALOK turned the space into an open-air rave, while Audrey Nuna, Nena, and Maninho demonstrated the edition’s artistic diversity. The Super Bock Stage featured Bebe Rexha, Bárbara Bandeira, NAPA, and Sofia Camara. The BacanaPlay Digital Stage reaffirmed its place as one of the most innovative spaces in the festival, crossing music with creativity and digital culture.
Katy Perry
Saturday brought rock to the forefront. Linkin Park delivered one of the most anticipated sets of the festival, returning to the City of Rock in front of fans who turned each song into a collective moment. When they played, the whole ground seemed to shake with everyone jumping together. Cypress Hill, The Pretty Reckless, and Grandson completed a night of intensity. On the Music Valley Stage, Dealema, Sam The Kid with Orchestra and Orelha Negra, and P.O.D. continued the diversity of the lineup, before Sepultura bid farewell to Portugal in an emotional show. The Super Bock Stage hosted Tara Perdida, Blasted Mechanism, Kaiser Chiefs, and Hoobastank, taking the crowd through different generations of rock.
Linkin Park
Rock in Rio Lisboa returns on 27 and 28 June to close its biggest edition ever. Saturday 27 is dedicated to some of the greatest legends of world music. Sunday 28 promises to transform the City of Rock into the grand finale, bringing together some of the biggest names in urban music. Tickets for the final two days are still available HERE!
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