Stray Kids once again proved their global dominance as they took over Rio de Janeiro’s Estádio Nilton Santos on April 1, delivering an electrifying performance to approximately 60000 fans.
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Known for their high-energy live shows, the group amazed the audience with a visually stunning set, including a jaw-dropping moment when a giant doll appeared on stage during their performance of the Korean version of "Giant."
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| Photo Credit - JYP Entertainment Stray Kids in Rio |
Fans were left in awe, flooding social media with their excitement and praise for the unforgettable spectacle.
🏟️ #StrayKids (@Stray_Kids) at their stadium show in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil today! #dominATE_RIODEJANEIRO
— billboard SKZ (@billboardskz) April 1, 2025
STRAY KIDS DOMINATING RIO#dominATEinRIO #dominATE_BRASIL
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The eight members who completed the performance amidst loud cheers said, "There have been many things in the past 7 years, and the path we have walked so far seems to have been one of the journeys to meet our fans. We were touched by the sincere welcome, and the way you looked at us from the stage during the flash event was really beautiful. We hope that you will welcome us again like you did now when we meet again," and promised to do so again.
The 360 degree fireworks that decorated the night sky were a beautiful spectacle, giving both Stray Kids and STAY an unforgettable moment.
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| Photo Credit - JYP Entertainment Stray Kids in Rio |
Following the explosive Rio de Janeiro concert, Stray Kids are set to perform back-to-back shows in São Paulo at Estádio do Morumbi on April 5 and 6. Each concert is expected to draw over 66,000 fans, further cementing their status as one of the biggest acts in K-pop today.
A Historic Run in Latin America
The Rio concert comes just days after Stray Kids’ landmark solo concerts in Santiago, Chile, on March 27 and 28 as part of their ‘Dominate’ world tour. Originally scheduled for just one night on the 28th, overwhelming demand led the group to add an additional show on the 27th. This marked their first-ever concert in Santiago since their debut, making headlines as one of the most anticipated K-pop events in the region.
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The setlist in Santiago and Rio featured an exhilarating lineup of hits, including "Thunderous," "Back Door," "Chk Chk Boom," "God’s Menu," and "Maniac," thrilling local STAYs (Stray Kids' fandom). Fans were also treated to debut performances outside of Asia of "Walkin’ on Water" and "Giant (Korean version)," both of which left audiences breathless.
Adding to the excitement, Stray Kids delivered live debuts of their new unit performances from the digital single Mixtape: Dominate, released on March 21 to celebrate their 7th debut anniversary:
Truman (HAN & Felix)Burnin’ Tires (Changbin & I.N)
ESCAPE (Bang Chan & Hyunjin)
CINEMA (Lee Know & Seungmin)
The Biggest K-Pop Tour Ever
The Dominate world tour is projected to be the largest K-pop tour in history, expected to draw a record-breaking 2.2 million fans worldwide. With 34 stadium concerts across 22 regions—including Latin America, North America, Japan, and Europe—the tour will continue until its grand finale in Rome on July 30. Additional shows have already been added in major cities like São Paulo due to overwhelming demand, showcasing Stray Kids’ unparalleled global appeal.
From Santiago to Rio, and soon to São Paulo, Stray Kids are not just performing—they are making history, one stadium at a time.