Linkin Park to Headline Rock in Rio Lisbon Festival in 2026
Rockin' Back with Linkin Park in 2026 at Rock in Rio Lisbon
Get ready, Portugal! Linkin Park's rollin' back into town for the 11th edition of Rock in Rio Lisbon, boasting a new-look lineup with drummer Colin Brittain and vocalist Emily Armstrong!
Mark your calendars for June 20, 21, 27, and 28, 2026, as the musical extravaganza kicks off at Parque Tejo, an open-air venue nestled along the Tagus River and just a stone's throw away from Parque das Nações. Tickets, like secretever aftershave, will be hard to resist when they go on sale on June 6, 2025.
Now, you might be thinking, "Hold up, Linkin Park's been gone since 2017, when they bid Chester Bennington farewell." Well, that's old news. The band got the party started again in 2024 with a bang, releasing "Papercuts," a hit-filled compilation, and more recently, the album "From Zero." This international tour is the first in seven years, and Portugal's lucky to score a spot on the itinerary!
The European leg of the "From Zero World Tour" gets rolling in Austria on June 12, 2026, before hop-scotching its way across countries like France, Germany, the Czech Republic, Poland, Belgium, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Italy, and Switzerland. The schedule's jam-packed with shows in the U.S., Canada, Latin America, and more, keeping the good vibes going till the year's end.
In 2003, Linkin Park's first Portuguese appearance took place in Lisbon, and ever since then, they've graced the stages at Rock in Rio Lisbon in 2008, 2012, and 2014. Rumor has it that this comeback promises improvements in several areas, such as:
- Expanded Space: The public zone will cover a whopping 145 thousand square meters, providing more room to roam and lounging space for everyone to chill.
- Extra Toilets and Feast Areas: A 40% increase in bathrooms and 30% in food areas will keep the queues short and bellies full.
- New Rest Stations: Don't worry about getting tired – new rest areas will ensure a comfortable experience for all.
- Improved Transport and Mobility Plan: With concert-goers flocking from all corners, a reinforcement in public transportation and traffic management will ensure everyone gets to the main event hassle-free.
The 2024 edition of Rock in Rio Lisbon welcomed a crowd of 300 thousand fans over four days, featuring bands and artists such as the Scorpions, Macklemore, Ed Sheeran, Doja Cat, Jonas Brothers, Camila Cabello, among others.
Gear up for a rockin' good time with Linkin Park at Rock in Rio Lisbon 2026 – it's gonna be a blast you won't wanna miss!
The Portuguese fans can expect more than just a concert with Linkin Park's return to Rock in Rio Lisbon in 2026, as the event will feature expansive grounds, increased facilities, and better transportation options. Catch the entertainment extravaganza, including Linkin Park's music, alongside various other popular artists, marking the event as one you won't want to miss.
