Bangers Open Air 2026 reveals massive metal line-up

Bangers Open Air 2026 confirms Twisted Sister, Angra, In Flames, Within Temptation and 40+ bands for two days of metal at Memorial da América Latina in São Paulo.

The Bangers Open Air 2026 has unveiled its full line-up for the edition taking place on 25 and 26 April at Memorial da América Latina, in São Paulo, Brazil. With more than 40 confirmed acts, the festival promises two days of pure adrenaline, heavy riffs and historic performances for metal fans of all generations.

Among the first artists announced were BLACK LABEL SOCIETY, PRIMAL FEAR, TANKARD, FEUERSCHWANZ, KORZUS, NEVERMORE, PROJECT46, WITHIN TEMPTATION and CRYPTA. The newly revealed names include KILLSWITCH ENGAGE, JINJER and the much-requested IN FLAMES, as well as WINGER, FEAR FACTORY, ONSLAUGHT, EVERGREY, ELUVEITIE, AMARANTHE, DIRKSCHNEIDER, LUCIFER, COBRA SPELL, CRAZY LIXX, ROY KHAN, SEVEN SPIRES, VISIONS OF ATLANTIS, SILVER DUST and SMITH/KOTZEN, the project by Adrian Smith (Iron Maiden) and Richie Kotzen.

Twisted Sister returns as Saturday headliner

One of the major attractions at Bangers Open Air 2026 is TWISTED SISTER, returning to the stage to celebrate 50 years of history with the world tour “Twisted Forever, Forever Twisted”. With more than 35 million records sold, tours in over 40 countries and two Hall of Fame inductions, the American band brings a monumental legacy to São Paulo.

The current line-up features Dee Snider (vocals), Jay Jay French and Eddie Ojeda (guitars), Russell Pzütto (bass) and Joe Franco (drums). Fans will relive anthems such as “I Wanna Rock” and “We’re Not Gonna Take It” in a celebration of half a century of one of the most iconic bands in hard rock and heavy metal.

The TWISTED SISTER set is expected to revisit landmark albums like “Under the Blade” (1982), “You Can’t Stop Rock ‘n’ Roll” (1983), “Stay Hungry” (1984), “Come Out and Play” (1985), “Love Is for Suckers” (1987), as well as “Still Hungry” (2004) and “A Twisted Christmas” (2006). Their appearance at Bangers Open Air is poised to be one of 2026’s must-see metal moments.

Angra headlines Sunday with 25 years of “Rebirth”

The second festival day is headlined by ANGRA, which prepares a unique show in Brazil at Bangers Open Air 2026 to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the classic album “Rebirth”. This special performance will reunite the Nova Era line-up – Edu Falaschi, Kiko Loureiro, Rafael Bittencourt, Felipe Andreoli and Aquiles Priester – sharing the stage with the band’s current members.

The concert will be split into two distinct parts, each representing a key chapter in the history of this cornerstone of Brazilian heavy metal. The Nova Era period will take center stage, revisiting songs that helped cement ANGRA’s international status.

Saturday line-up – 25 April 2026

On Saturday, the Bangers Open Air 2026 line-up brings together international legends and powerful Brazilian names for a full day of intense metal.

SATURDAY, 25 APRIL 2026

TWISTED SISTER

IN FLAMES

BLACK LABEL SOCIETY

KILLSWITCH ENGAGE

JINJER

FEAR FACTORY

EVERGREY

TANKARD

AMH

ONSLAUGHT

FEUERSCHWANZ

CRYPTA

VIOLATOR

LUCIFER

KORZUS

OVERDOSE

HANGAR

SEVEN SPIRES

MARENNA

OZZY TRIBUTE

SCHOOL OF ROCK

Sunday line-up – 26 April 2026

On Sunday, the festival closes with ANGRA at the top of a bill that balances established names and newer forces in the metal scene.

SUNDAY, 26 APRIL 2026

ANGRA

WITHIN TEMPTATION

SMITH/KOTZEN

WINGER

AMARANTHE

NEVERMORE

PRIMAL FEAR

ELUVEITIE

DIRKSCHNEIDER

CRAZY LIXX

ROY KHAN

PROJECT46

VISIONS OF ATLANTIS

NOTURNALL

COBRA SPELL

SILVER DUST

TROVÃO

MALVADA

PARADISE IN FLAMES

CHAOS SYNOPSIS

Festival experience and tickets

With a line-up that blends legendary acts and rising bands, Bangers Open Air 2026 strengthens its position as one of Brazil’s most anticipated metal festivals. Beyond the music, the event celebrates the passion, community and energy that unite metal fans around the world.

Two intense days at Memorial da América Latina are set to deliver memorable shows, special reunions and landmark performances that will stay with the audience for years to come.

Tickets are available online via Clube do Ingresso.

Online sales: https://www.clubedoingresso.com/evento/bangersopenairbrasil2026

Check the website for prices, sectors and purchasing conditions.

Children up to 10 years old enter free of charge.

Metal fans are invited to secure their tickets and be part of this two-day celebration of heavy music in São Paulo.

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