Rock in Rio 2026: Barão Vermelho pays homage to Cazuza, Avenged Sevenfold delayed and rain suspends attractions
Quick Look
- On the third day of Rock in Rio 2026, Barão Vermelho paid homage to Cazuza with the participation of Dilsinho, while the large screen was glitchy.
- Heavy rain in the Southwest Zone suspended the Ferris wheel and zip line.
- Avenged Sevenfold closed the second day late, and Bring Me The Horizon transformed their show into an interactive experience in Portuguese.
AI-generated summary
Why It Matters
Rock in Rio 2026 is in its third day of performances, featuring shows by various national and international artists.
Barão Vermelho paid tribute to Cazuza and energized young people waiting for the first pop acts. Read more about the show.
With a special appearance by Dilsinho, Calema made their Brazilian debut and brought afro-pop closer to the audience. Read about the performance by the duo from São Tomé and Príncipe.
The right side of the large screen framing the Palco Mundo stage at Rock in Rio is experiencing glitches during Barão Vermelho's set.
The 3rd day features a set by Calvin Harris and nostalgic hits from Black Eyed Peas and Nelly. Check out the report.
Heavy rain in the Southwest Zone causes Rock in Rio to suspend scheduling for the Ferris wheel and the zipline.
The gates opened promptly at 2:00 PM for the 3rd day of the festival.
Avenged Sevenfold closes the second day of performances at Rock in Rio 2026.
Avenged Sevenfold's show, scheduled to start at 12:05 AM, is delayed.
Bad Omens begins the final show on the Sunset stage this Saturday night (5th) at Rock in Rio 2026.
Lead singer of ‘Bring Me the Horizon’ mistakes Rio for São Paulo during show at Rock in Rio; WATCH
Bring Me The Horizon transforms Rock in Rio into a grandiose, nostalgic video game played in Portuguese; see how the show went.
What to Watch
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
Activities suspended due to rain will resume as soon as the weather improves.
Likely · Within hours
The Avenged Sevenfold show will happen despite the current delay.
Very likely · Within hours
Open Questions
- What was the exact cause of the screen failure during the Barão Vermelho show?
- How long will the rain affect outdoor activities at the festival?
- What was the reason for the delay of the Avenged Sevenfold show?
