Mega Festivals in South America
7 festivals with over 50,000 attendees
Curated by Sarah Pagel · Last verified 31 March 2026
Rock in Rio Brasil 2026
Sep 4, 2026 - Sep 13, 2026
Rock in Rio Brasil is one of the world's largest and most iconic music festivals, held periodically in Rio de Janeiro since its historic debut in 1985. The event features a multi-genre lineup of global superstars and local talent, attracting millions of attendees to its legendary City of Rock.
Cosquin Rock 2026
Feb 14, 2026 - Feb 15, 2026
Cosquin Rock is one of Argentina's most iconic and massive music festivals, held annually in the Punilla Valley of Córdoba since 2001. It brings together legendary Argentine rock bands and prominent international artists across multiple stages, drawing hundreds of thousands of fans each summer.
Lollapalooza Chile 2026
Mar 13, 2026 - Mar 15, 2026
Lollapalooza Chile is a premier multi-genre music festival held annually in Santiago, featuring a diverse lineup of international and local artists across rock, pop, and electronic genres. Since its debut in 2011 as the first international expansion of the iconic Lollapalooza brand, it has grown into one of South America's most significant cultural events.
Lollapalooza Argentina 2026
Mar 13, 2026 - Mar 15, 2026
Lollapalooza Brasil 2026
Mar 20, 2026 - Mar 22, 2026
Lollapalooza Brasil is a major annual music festival held in São Paulo that features a diverse lineup of international and local artists across genres like rock, indie, and electronic music. Since its 2012 debut, it has grown into one of South America's most significant cultural events, attracting massive crowds to the Interlagos Circuit.
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Last verified 31 March 2026