Rock in Rio 2024 brings together more than 700 thousand people and confirms edition for 2028
Quick Look
Rock in Rio 2024 brought together more than 700,000 people in an edition marked by rain and high public interaction, with performances by artists such as Halsey, Marina Sena, Lola Young, Joelma, Ivete Sangalo, Carol Biazin, Maroon 5, Mumford & Sons, Demi Lovato with Pabllo Vittar and João Gomes, and was confirmed to return in 2028.
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Why It Matters
Rock in Rio is one of the biggest music festivals in the world, held periodically in Rio de Janeiro, with editions also in Lisbon, Las Vegas and Madrid. The 2024 edition took place under challenging weather conditions, with rain during part of the event.
Halsey sings 'Experient on me' during Rock in Rio; SEE
Marina Sena tears up a rag doll when she sings about breaking up in a mystical and mesmerizing show at Rock in Rio. Read how it went.
Lola Young debuts in Brazil with a torn vocal and a good raw show, but hampered by an apathetic audience. Read how it went.
Joelma changes the lyrics to 'Príncipe Encantado', sings a song for Jesus and bangs her hair with Vivi Batidão at Rock in Rio. Read how it went.
Ivete reinvents herself with a 'hot' show at her 20th Rock in Rio: 'I'm Latina, Bahian, whatever I want'. Read how it went.
Carol Biazin gathered loyal fans and puts on a show in tune with the public at Sunset. Read how it went.
Rock in Rio brought together more than 700 thousand people in an edition marked by rain and greater public interaction; festival is confirmed for 2028. Read more.
Maroon 5 puts on a predictable show, but hits support the band's 3rd Rock in Rio; Read how it went.
Mumford & Sons debuts at Rock in Rio in search of a more visceral sound, but without denying indie folk hits. Read how it went.
Demi Lovato sings with Pabllo Vittar in a show with a Pop in Rio atmosphere after a rockier phase. Read how it went.
After winning over MPB fans, João Gomes leads a northeastern procession and seduces the Rock in Rio audience. Read how it went.
What to Watch
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
Rock in Rio will return in 2028 with a new edition
Very likely · Within years
Open Questions
- What was the exact audience for each day of the festival?
- What were the local economic impacts of the event?
- Were there any significant security incidents during the festival?


