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.
Photo credit: Press handout
