Rockin’1000 – The World’s Biggest Rock Band

Rockin’1000 is a project born in Italy that became world-renowned for bringing the Foo Fighters to the small town of Cesena after a video went viral showing several musicians playing their songs simultaneously in a park. Over the years, the world’s biggest rock band has grown and now boasts an international community of 80,000 musicians.

More than just a show, Rockin’1000 promises to be a unique and unforgettable experience, with a thousand musicians (guitarists, bassists, drummers, keyboardists, and vocalists) from around the world performing timeless anthems that have marked the history of rock, performing on a grassy field in a stadium full of fans in an absolutely vibrant atmosphere.

The 2024 and 2025 editions took place in Leiria, at the Dr. Magalhães Pessoa Stadium.

Location: Leiria Stadium

Gates opening: 7 p.m.

Start time: The concert starts at 10 p.m.
Pre-show starts at 8:30 p.m.

Duration: 2 hours + Pre-show (1 hour + 30 minutes)

Age requirement: all ages welcome

Accessibility: accessible to people with reduced mobility

Parking available
Parking
Bus Parks

Price: from €45
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Rockin’1000 issues a challenge to Leiria residents
In addition to attending the event, Leiria residents have the opportunity to participate actively, either as volunteers or by hosting a musician in their home. Volunteers must be over 18 years old, speak English, and preferably know Leiria well. Volunteers will receive a backstage access pass and will be able to closely follow the musicians. Those who choose to host a musician in their home in the days leading up to the event must provide accommodation and breakfast, as well as ensure transportation to the stadium (within a 30-minute radius). In return, families receive three free tickets to the event.

Applications for both initiatives must be submitted by September 7 through the Leiria Local Volunteer Bank or via the form available on the City Council’s website. It’s a way to experience Rockin’1000 in a unique way, contributing to the success of an event that promises to make history in the city.