Rockin’1000 Brings the World’s Largest Rock Band to the U.S. for the First Time

The world’s largest rock band is heading to America. Rockin’1000, the global collective that brings together 1,000 musicians to perform in unison, will make its U.S. debut on January 31, 2026 at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans.

Organised in collaboration with New Orleans & Company, the concert promises to be a once-in-a-lifetime event with 1,000 singers and instrumentalists, including guitarists, bassists, drummers, and keyboardists, coming together for one epic night of music. Paying homage to the city’s vibrant heritage, the line-up will also feature a special horns section of trumpets, saxophones, and trombones.

"To bring Rockin’1000 to the United States, the birthplace of rock ‘n’ roll, is a dream we’ve had for many years. To host our inaugural event in an iconic American city like New Orleans, and a venue like Caesars Superdome, means the world," said Fabio Zaffagnini, the Founder of Rockin’1000. "There is nothing more powerful than bringing complete strangers together through the power of music. For one unforgettable night on stage, we create an emotional connection that unites not just the musicians, but the friends, family, and fans who have come to support them. I cannot wait to share this epic experience and expand our global community of devoted music lovers."

Rockin’1000 began in 2015 as a viral idea when Zaffagnini gathered 1,000 musicians in his small Italian town to perform a Foo Fighters tribute, capturing global attention. What started as a passion project has since evolved into a worldwide movement of over 100,000 musicians, with the collective having filled stadiums in 20 countries, sold more than 300,000 tickets, and garnered hundreds of millions of online views.

“We are thrilled to partner with the Italy-based team at Rockin’1000 to help bring this globally viral and one-of-a-kind concert format to the United States for their North American debut performance,” said Walt Leger III, President & CEO of New Orleans & Company. “New Orleans sustains one of the most vibrant and historic music scenes in the country and we are honoured to introduce the United States to these 1000 passionate musicians of the international music community, of all skill levels, to perform on the floor of the Caesars Superdome, the site of so many iconic moments in its 50-year history.”

Leger added, “Serving as the promoter of the event, New Orleans & Company further expects the Rockin'1000 will serve as a defining moment as we venture into the arena of curating unique content on behalf of the great city and state. As travellers seek out authentic and unique cultural experiences as the primary reason for their travel, this new type of 'performance-based tourism' forges a deeper understanding and connection with a destination's artistic heritage. The collective energy of New Orleans and Rockin’1000 will be a powerful and moving experience for everyone in attendance on January 31st.”

The January 31st performance will feature a specially curated setlist of timeless rock anthems performed live by the 1,000-member ensemble, selected through an open registration process. Musicians of all skill levels can apply to join via www.rockin1000.com/join-the-band, with confirmations, tutorials, and rehearsal details shared through the Rockin’1000 app.

As the U.S. prepares to welcome this unprecedented musical phenomenon, Rockin’1000 is set to deliver a night of collective rhythm, shared emotion, and rock history in the making.