In a statement, the event's organisers, Prime Artists, stated that the festival is returning to the "location and format that shaped the event's identity and consolidated its reputation."

This year's festival took place over three days at the Restelo Stadium, following two editions at the MEO Arena, featuring names such as Judas Priest, Korn, and Slipknot, among others.

Evil Live will mark the return of American artist Marilyn Manson to Portugal, where he performed at Campo Pequeno in Lisbon last month.

Mastodon also has a history of performing in Portugal, with 2026 being their first time since the departure and subsequent death, in a car accident, of guitarist Brent Hinds.

In a statement, the organization also confirmed the presence of the Dutch band The Gathering and the Swedish band Imminence.

The organization states that more names will be announced soon and emphasizes that the entire lineup will consist exclusively of artists of enormous international renown.

Tickets are on sale for prices between 75 and 79 euros.