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Vibra São Paulo (formerly known as Credicard Hall) is a music theatre in the Santo Amaro neighbourhood, city of São Paulo, Brazil. It opened in September 1999, with capacity for 7,000 people. Considered to be one of the largest indoor entertainment venues in Brazil and one of the largest in Latin America.[2] The 60th anniversary of Miss Universe 2011 pageant was held on September 12 that year at the hall. It used to be called Credicard Hall in most of its history, but its name changed in October 2019 due to a naming rights partner.[3] The theatre closed on March 31, 2021. On 1 April 2022, the reopening of the venue was announced under its new name Vibra São Paulo following an agreement between the new house manager, Opus Entertenimento, and the biofuel company Vibra Energia. The venue officially reopened in May.[4]

Key Information

Naming history

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  • Credicard Hall (January 2000 - 20 November 2013; April 2018 - October 2019)
  • Citibank Hall (21 November 2013 - April 2018)[5]
  • UnimedHall (October 2019 - March 2021)
  • Vibra São Paulo (April 2022 - Present)[4]

Performers

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Country Artist Tour Date
United States Red Hot Chili Peppers Californication Tour 8 October 1999
Mexico Luis Miguel Amarte Es Un Placer Tour 28-30 October 1999
United Kingdom Blur 13 Tour 21 November 1999
Canada Alanis Morissette Junkie Tour 27-28 November 1999
United States Creedence Clearwater Revisited 22-23 March 2000
United Kingdom Simply Red 15 April 2000
United Kingdom Motörhead We Are Motörhead 6 May 2000
United States Joe Satriani Engines of Creation Tour 16 August 2000
United States Hanson This Time Around Tour 9-10 November 2000
United States Lou Reed Ecstasy Tour 14 November 2000
United Kingdom British Rock Symphony 17-19 November 2000
United States Bad Religion The New America Tour 14 March 2001
United States Dio Magica Tour 5 April 2001
United Kingdom Mark Knopfler Sailing to Philadelphia Tour 6-8 April 2001
United States Creedence Clearwater Revival 3 May 2001
United Kingdom Judas Priest Demolition Tour 6-7 September 2001
Italy Laura Pausini E ritorno da te World Tour 25-27 October 2001
United Kingdom Voices of Classic Rock 3-4 November 2001
United States T.S.O.L. Sampoerna Surf Music 9 November 2001
United States Agent Orange
United States Korn 11-12 March 2002
United States Creedence Clearwater Revival 24-25 April 2002
United Kingdom Echo & the Bunnymen 27 and 29 May 2002
Finland Nightwish World Tour of the Century 20 July 2002
United States Concrete Blonde Reunion Tour 7 August 2002
Norway A-ha Lifelines Tour 14-15 August 2002
United States Buddy Guy Sweet Tea Tour 21-22 September 2002
United Kingdom Bryan Ferry Frantic Tour 13 and 15 February 2003
United Kingdom Status Quo Heavy Traffic World Tour 14 February 2003
Mexico Maná Revolución de Amor Tour 22-23 March 2003
United States Joe Satriani Strange Beautiful Tour 3 April 2003
Australia Silverchair Across the Night Tour 15 May 2003
United Kingdom The Pretenders Loose Screw Tour 23 September 2003
United Kingdom Simply Red 24 September 2003
United Kingdom Echo & the Bunnymen 18 November 2003
United Kingdom Jon Anderson 14 March 2004
United Kingdom Jethro Tull 20 March 2004
Norway Dimmu Borgir Death Cult Campaign Tour 24 April 2004
United States Dio Master of the Moon Tour 28 August 2004
United States LCD Soundsystem 10 September 2004
United States The Calling 8 October 2004
United States The Offspring 20-21 October 2004
United States The Doors of the 21st Century 29 October 2004
United States Joe Satriani, Steve Vai, John Petrucci G3 4-5 December 2004
United States Anthrax The Greater of Two Evils Tour 25 February 2005
United Kingdom Ian Anderson 14 April 2005
United Kingdom Placebo 27 April 2005
Italy Laura Pausini Laura Pausini Live 28-29 April 2005
United States The White Stripes Get Behind Me Satan Tour 4 June 2005
Italy Premiata Forneria Marconi 1 July 2005
United Kingdom America 6 September 2005
Finland Apocalyptica Blackmail The Universe Tour 11 October 2005
United States Megadeth
United Kingdom Deep Purple Bananas World Tour 1 and 3 November 2005
United States Jeff Scott Soto 11-12 November 2005
Brazil Tribuzy
United States Buddy Guy 25 November 2005
United States Dream Theater Octavarium Tour 10-11 December 2005
Sweden Millencolin 9 March 2006
United Kingdom Oasis Don't Believe the Truth Tour 15 March 2006
United Kingdom Foreigner 16 March 2006
United Kingdom Jamiroquai 24 March 2006
Germany Helloween Keeper of the Seven Keys – The Legacy World Tour 25 March 2006
United Kingdom Echo & the Bunnymen 29 April 2006
United States Creedence Clearwater Revisited 10-11 May 2006
United States Dio An Evening with Dio Tour 15 July 2006
United States NOFX 1 October 2006
United States Joe Satriani, John Petrucci, Eric Johnson G3 27-28 October 2006
Germany Edguy Rocket Ride World Tour 3 November 2006
United Kingdom The Cult A Return to Wild Tour 7-8 December 2006
Canada Bryan Adams Anthology Tour 6-7 March 2007
United Kingdom Pet Shop Boys Fundamental Tour 16-17 March 2007
United Kingdom Asia Reunion Tour 23 March 2007
United Kingdom Placebo 27 March 2007
United States Pennywise 30 March 2007
United Kingdom Keane Under the Iron Sea Tour 17-18 April 2007
United Kingdom Jethro Tull Acoustic Tull 28-29 April 2007
United States Alice Cooper Psycho Drama Tour 12 June 2007
Germany Scorpions Humanity World Tour 14 August 2007
Germany Lacrimosa Lichtjahre Tour 4 October 2007
Sweden HammerFall Threshold Tour
United Kingdom The Chemical Brothers We Are the Night Tour 7 November 2007
Brazil HIT Entertainment, EXIM Enterprise Barney's Big Surprise 1-4 November 2007
United States France Al Di Meola, Stanley Clarke, Jean-Luc Ponty The Rite of Strings 22 November 2007
United States Chris Cornell 13 December 2007
United Kingdom Deep Purple Rapture of the Deep Tour 24 February 2008
United States Dream Theater Chaos in Motion Tour 8 March 2008
Germany Helloween and Gamma Ray Hellish Rock Tour 20 April 2008
United Kingdom Whitesnake Good to be Bad Tour 9 May 2008
United States Queensrÿche 16 May 2008
Mexico Maná Amar es Combatir Tour 4-5 June 2008
United States Megadeth Tour of Duty Tour 6 June 2008
Germany Avantasia The Scarecrow World Tour 22 June 2008
United States Joe Satriani Professor Satchafunkilus and the Musterion of Rock Tour 29 July 2008
Finland Tarja Turunen Storm World Tour 23 August 2008
Germany Scorpions Humanity World Tour 6 and 13 September 2008
United Kingdom The Cult Born into This Tour 8 October 2008
United States Paramore The Final Riot! Tour 23 October 2008
United States Symphony X Paradise Lost Tour 26 October 2008
Australia Kylie Minogue KylieX2008 8 November 2008
United Kingdom Judas Priest Nostradamus World Tour 15-16 November 2008
Germany Edguy Tinnitus Sanctus World Tour 15 February 2009
United Kingdom Simply Red The Greatest Hits Tour 3-4 March 2009
United Kingdom Keane Perfect Symmetry World Tour 10 March 2009
Canada Simple Plan Simple Plan 24 March 2009
Norway A-ha Foot of the Mountain Tour 25 March 2009
United States B-52's 18 April 2009
United Kingdom Heaven and Hell Bible Black Tour 15-16 May 2009
United States Jerry Lee Lewis 18 September 2009
Italy Laura Pausini LP World Tour 6-7 October 2009
United Kingdom Pet Shop Boys Pandemonium Tour 13 October 2009
United States The Beach Boys 2 December 2009
Republic of Ireland The Cranberries Reunion Tour 29 January 2010
Norway A-ha Ending on a High Note Tour 10 March 2010
United States Bigelf Black Clouds & Silver Linings Tour 19 March 2010
United States Dream Theater
United Kingdom Placebo 17 April 2010
United Kingdom Simply Red Farewell Tour 20 April 2010
United States Korn 21 April 2010
United States Megadeth Rust in Peace 20th Anniversary Tour 24 April 2010
United States Manowar Death to Infidels Tour 7 May 2010
Germany Scorpions Get Your Sting and Blackout World Tour 18-19 September 2010
Greece Yanni Yanni in Concert 21-22 September 2010
United Kingdom Echo & the Bunnymen 11 October 2010
Republic of Ireland The Cranberries Reunion Tour 14 October 2010
United States Paramore Brand New Eyes World Tour 20 February 2011
United States Avenged Sevenfold Welcome to the Family Tour 3 April 2011
United States Cypress Hill 4 April 2011
United States Deftones
Sweden Roxette Charm School World Tour 14 and 19 April 2011
Finland Stratovarius Elysium Tour 6 May 2011
Germany Helloween The 7 Sinners World Tour
United States John Fogerty 8 and 10 May 2011
United Kingdom Ian Anderson 14 May 2011
United States Buckcherry Summer Tour 17 May 2011
United States Mötley Crüe
United States Alice Cooper No More Mr. Nice Guy Tour 2 June 2011
Canada Avril Lavigne Black Star Tour 27-28 July 2011
United Kingdom Erasure Total Pop! Tour 9 August 2011
United Kingdom Tears for Fears 6 and 14 October 2011
United Kingdom Ringo Starr 12-13 November 2011
Italy Laura Pausini Inedito World Tour 21-23 January 2012
Mexico Luis Miguel Luis Miguel Tour 8-9 March 2012
United States Creedence Clearwater Revisited 25 March 2012
United States 3 Doors Down Time of My Life Tour 12 April 2012
United States Demi Lovato A Special Night with Demi Lovato 20 and 30 April 2012
United States Bob Dylan Never Ending Tour 2012 21-22 April 2012
United Kingdom Grave Digger The Bard's Night 23 April 2012
Germany Blind Guardian
United Kingdom Duran Duran All You Need Is Now Tour 5 May 2012
Sweden Roxette Charm School World Tour 10 May 2012
United States Dream Theater A Dramatic Turn of Events Tour 26 August 2012
Canada Alanis Morissette Guardian Angel Tour 2-3 September 2012
Germany Scorpions Final Sting Tour 20-21 September 2012
Norway Morten Harket 26 September 2012
United Kingdom Snow Patrol Fallen Empires Tour 10 October 2012
Greece Yanni 11, 13–14 October 2012
United States Joe Satriani, John Petrucci, Steve Morse G3 12 October 2012
Canada Simple Plan Get Your Heart On! Tour 18 October 2012
Mexico Maná Drama y Luz World Tour 26 October 2012
United States Creed Live on Tour 25 November 2012
Finland Nightwish Imaginaerum World Tour 12 December 2012
United Kingdom Jamiroquai Rock Dust Light Star Tour 7 February 2013
United States Jonas Brothers Jonas Brothers World Tour 2012/2013 10 March 2013
United Kingdom Keane Strangeland Tour 3 April 2013
South Korea Super Junior Super Show 5 World Tour 21 April 2013
United Kingdom Pet Shop Boys Electric Tour 22 May 2013
United States Hanson Anthem World Tour 21 July 2013
United States The Offspring Days Go By Tour 15 September 2013
Argentina Violetta Violetta En Vivo 26-28 October 2013
United Kingdom Ringo Starr 12 All Starr Tour 29 October 2013
Canada Loreena McKennitt 30-31 October 2013
United Kingdom Cat Stevens Peace Train Tour 16-17 November 2013
United Kingdom Sarah Brightman Dreamchaser World Tour 28-29 November 2013
United States Steve Vai Story of Light Tour 8 December 2013
Italy Laura Pausini The Greatest Hits World Tour 19-20 February 2014
United Kingdom Placebo 14 April 2014
United States Demi Lovato The Neon Lights Tour 22, 24–25 April 2014
Canada Avril Lavigne The Avril Lavigne Tour 29-30 April 2014
United States Eddie Vedder South American Tour 2014 6-8 May 2014
United States Fall Out Boy Save Rock and Roll World Tour 21 May 2014
United States Joe Satriani 1 October 2014
United States R5 Live on Tour 4 October 2014
United States Jason Derulo Tattoos World Tour 13 November 2014
United States Kesha Warrior Tour 25 January 2015
United States Sublime with Rome Sublime with Rome/Cypress Hill/Pepper Tour 28 January 2015
United Kingdom Brit Floyd The Australian Pink Floyd Show 25 February 2015
United Kingdom Steve Hackett Genesis Extended 2015 World Tour 10 March 2015
United Kingdom Joss Stone Joss Stone Tour 11 March 2015
United States Jason Mraz Jason Mraz and Raining Jane 7 April 2015
United States Lindsey Stirling Lindsey Stirling 2014–2015 Tour 13 April 2015
United States Backstreet Boys In a World Like This Tour 12-14 June 2015
United Kingdom America America Live in Concert 21 June 2015
Argentina Violetta Violetta Live 27-28 June 2015
Germany Tokio Hotel 28 August 2015
United Kingdom Simply Red 15 March 2016
Germany Scorpions 50th Anniversary World Tour 1, 3–4 September 2016
Italy Laura Pausini Simili Tour 11-12 September 2016
United Kingdom Tom Jones 13 September 2016
United Kingdom Whitesnake Greatest Hits Tour 22-23 September 2016
United Kingdom The Kooks 26 October 2016
United States Chris Cornell Acoustic Higher Truth World Tour 11 December 2016
United Kingdom Roger Hodgson Breakfest in America Tour 15 March 2017
South Korea BTS The Wings Tour 19-20 March 2017
Canada Bryan Adams Get Up Tour 28-30 April 2017
Sweden Europe War of Kings World Tour 28 May 2017
Argentina Tini Got Me Started Tour 15 July 2017
United States Lindsey Stirling 2016–2017 Tour 25 August 2017
United States Hanson Middle of Everywhere: 25th Anniversary Tour 26 August 2017
Argentina Soy Luna Soy Luna Live 30 September 2017
Germany David Garrett Explosive Live 16 November 2017
Jamaica The Wailers Tour The Wailers 7 December 2017
United Kingdom Jamiroquai Automaton Tour 18 December 2017
United States Eddie Vedder 28-30 March 2018
United Kingdom Brazil Andy Summers, Rodrigo Santos, João Barone Call the Police 22 June 2018
Argentina Soy Luna Soy Luna Live 27 July 2018
United Kingdom Kasabian For Crying Out Loud Tour 30 September 2018
Canada Loreena McKennitt Lost Souls Tour 30-31 October 2018
Brazil Meus Prêmios Nick MPN 2018 7 November 2018
United States United Kingdom Stone Temple Pilots & Bush 14 February 2019
United States Information Society 6 September 2016
Norway Aurora 2018–2019 tour 18 May 2019
Republic of Ireland Celtic Woman Ancient Land Tour 25-26 August 2019
United Kingdom Dido 2 November 2019
United States Now United Dreams Come True Tour 20 November 2019
Norway A-ha Hunting High and Low Tour 2019 – 2022 18-19 July 2022
Argentina Tini Tini Tour 2022 8 October 2022
United Kingdom Bring Me the Horizon Post Human Latin American Tour 2022 16 December 2022
South Korea NCT 127 Neo City – The Link 18-20 January 2023
South Korea NCT DREAM The Dream Show 2: In A Dream 4 July 2023
Canada Simple Plan 1 March 2023
Thailand BamBam BamBam: The 1st World Tour [Area 52] 5 March 2023
South Korea Taemin Ephemeral Gaze 1 February 2025
South Korea NMIXX NMIXX CHANGE UP : MIXX LAB 28 February 2025
United Kingdom Judas Priest Shield of Pain Tour 20 April 2025
South Korea Baekhyun Reverie World Tour 14-15 June 2025
South Korea Park Bo-gum 2025 FAN MEETING TOUR [BE WITH YOU] 21 September 2025

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Vibra São Paulo

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Vibra São Paulo is a prominent indoor music and venue located in the Vila Almeida neighborhood of , , renowned for hosting concerts, theatrical productions, and corporate events. Formerly known as Credicard Hall, it underwent a renaming in 2022 as part of a partnership with energy company Vibra Energia. Opened in September 1999, the venue features a capacity of 7,000 spectators across various seating configurations, making it a versatile space in São Paulo. Managed by Opus Entretenimento, Vibra São Paulo is situated at Avenida das Nações Unidas, 17,955, providing easy access via major highways and public transportation in the city's south zone. The facility includes advanced technical specifications for sound and lighting, supporting a diverse programming schedule that features international acts like and alongside Brazilian artists such as and Roupa Nova. Throughout its history, the venue has been a key cultural hub in , contributing to the city's vibrant live music scene despite temporary closures, including during the from March 2021 onward, before its reopening under the current branding. It emphasizes through partnerships with Vibra Energia, which supplies eco-friendly power sources, and offers features like wheelchair seating and premium viewing options to enhance the audience experience.

History

Construction and Opening

The planning and construction of what would become a landmark entertainment venue in began in the late , commissioned by Stage Empreendimentos to meet the growing demand for large-scale indoor performances in . The project was designed by the architecture firm Aflalo/Gasperini Arquitetos, emphasizing versatility for international-standard concerts, operas, and theatrical productions, with a focus on optimal acoustics and sightlines from all seats. Construction was executed by Construtora Moraes Dantas, resulting in a built area of 15,000 m² on a 25,000 m² site along the Marginal do Rio Pinheiros in the Vila Almeida neighborhood. The development incorporated advanced features such as a modular and retractable seating to accommodate diverse event formats, positioning it as a state-of-the-art facility for the city's cultural scene. The venue officially opened on September 29, 1999, under the name Credicard Hall, marking its debut as a major indoor space in . Its initial purpose was to serve as a premier and multi-purpose hall, hosting high-profile shows to elevate live options in . Originally named Credicard Hall after its sponsorship partner, the venue has since seen naming changes tied to subsequent ownership and management agreements.

Closure and Reopening

The Unimed Hall in announced its permanent closure on March 31, 2021, amid severe financial and operational difficulties exacerbated by the , which had halted live events and led to unsustainable losses for its operator, Time for Fun (T4F). The decision marked the end of over two decades of operations for the venue, previously known as Credicard Hall, as T4F cited the prolonged inactivity and economic fallout from restrictions on gatherings as key factors rendering continuation unviable. Following the closure, the venue entered a period of inactivity lasting from 2021 into early 2022, during which basic maintenance was performed to preserve the structure while awaiting potential new ownership or management arrangements. This hiatus allowed for minor upgrades to facilities, aligning with broader recovery efforts in Brazil's live entertainment sector as pandemic restrictions eased. The reopening was announced on April 1, 2022, under new management by Opus Entretenimento and with acquired by Vibra Energia, rebranding the space as Vibra São Paulo to reflect these partnerships. The first post-reopening events commenced in May 2022, starting with a performance by on May 14, signaling the venue's return amid a rebounding market for concerts and shows. Key to this revival were strategic alliances like the Opus agreement for operations and Vibra's sponsorship, coupled with improving conditions and renewed demand for live entertainment in .

Naming and Ownership

Naming History

The Vibra São Paulo venue, originally established as a major entertainment complex in São Paulo, , opened in September 1999 under the name Credicard Hall, sponsored by the credit card company Credicard as part of its initial branding strategy. This name remained in use for the venue's first major phase, spanning from its inauguration through 2013, during which it became a prominent site for concerts and performances. In November 2013, following a sponsorship agreement with , the venue was renamed Citibank Hall effective November 21, marking a shift in corporate partnerships tied to the venue's operator, Time for Fun (T4F). This naming lasted until April 2018, when it reverted to Credicard Hall on April 22 under a renewed sponsorship deal with Credicard, lasting briefly until late 2019. The venue then adopted the name Unimed Hall in October 2019, sponsored by the cooperative Unimed, in celebration of its 20th anniversary. This sponsorship continued until 2022. On April 1, 2022, the venue was renamed Vibra São Paulo following a agreement with Vibra Energia, a major Brazilian energy distributor, aligning with its reopening under new management.

Ownership and Management

The venue, originally constructed as Credicard Hall, has been owned by Stage Empreendimentos since its inception in 1999, with the company overseeing the initial development and property rights. Early management of the venue was handled by various promoters closely linked to its primary sponsor, Credicard, which provided and financial backing from the opening, enabling operations through event production and ticketing partnerships. This arrangement persisted until shifts in sponsorship and operational control, including a period under as the primary operator, which managed programming and venue logistics until 2021. In 2022, management transitioned to Opus Entretenimento through a strategic agreement that positioned the company as the house manager, responsible for day-to-day administration, event curation, and facility improvements. Concurrently, Vibra Energia assumed a key sponsorship role via a four-year deal with Opus Entretenimento, rebranding the venue as Vibra São Paulo and integrating benefits like perks to support ongoing operations. These corporate arrangements have significantly bolstered the venue's following its closure in March 2021, by providing through sponsorship and professional management expertise, facilitating a full reopening in May 2022 with enhanced infrastructure and programming capacity.

Venue Specifications

Location and Architecture

Vibra São Paulo is situated at Av. das Nações Unidas, 17955, in the Vila Almeida neighborhood of São Paulo, Brazil. The venue lies at geographic coordinates 23°38′51″S 46°43′26″W, positioning it along the Marginal Pinheiros expressway in the city's southwestern zone. Designed as a modern indoor theatre, its architecture supports versatile configurations, including an expansive stage with a 720 m² extension and 35 m ceiling height, integrated into a foyer spanning 980 m² on the ground floor. The venue integrates seamlessly with São Paulo's infrastructure, offering direct access to major highways such as the Marginal Pinheiros and proximity to the [Santo Amaro metro station](/page/Santo Amaro_metro_station) on Line 5-Lilac, facilitating arrival via public buses, trains, and ride-sharing services. This connectivity enhances attendee convenience, with options for parking and alternative transport modes to mitigate urban congestion.

Capacity and Facilities

The Vibra São Paulo has a of 7,000 people, configurable for seated, standing, or mixed audiences depending on the event format. Seated arrangements include up to 1,772 in plateias, 896 in poltronas, 1,211 in the auditório, 988 at mesas, 289 in camarotes, and 403 in suites, while standing capacity reaches 4,500 in the pista area. Common configurations support 6,561 for pista and pista premium setups, 4,168 for full auditório seating, 2,945 for mesas, or 5,457 for mixed formats. The venue's stage measures 720 m² in area, with a width of 20.87 m, depth of 19.60 m including the proscenium, a proscenium height of 12.20 m, and an overall height of 35 m to accommodate rigging for large-scale productions. The stage floor sits 1.18 m above the audience level, facilitating versatile setups for concerts and events. Its technical infrastructure includes a distributed JBL sound system with over 80 speakers designed for even audio coverage and high-quality reproduction across the venue. Amenities prioritize audience comfort and , featuring a 980 foyer with bar concessions and capacity for up to 900 people, along with toilet facilities and an on-site medical station. The venue provides its own paid parking, accessible directly from the site, and offers VIP options such as private suites, camarotes, and premium mesa seating for enhanced experiences. features include dedicated spaces for patrons with disabilities (PCD) and obese individuals across plateias, mesas, camarotes, and pista areas.

Events

Musical Performances

Since its opening in 1999, Vibra São Paulo (formerly Credicard Hall) has established itself as a premier venue for musical performances in , hosting over 90 concerts annually across genres such as rock, pop, and other contemporary styles, with a strong emphasis on international touring acts. The venue's programming has consistently drawn global superstars, contributing to São Paulo's vibrant live music scene by accommodating high-production tours that leverage its 7,000-capacity auditorium and advanced acoustics. Notable international rock performances include the ' show on October 8, 1999, during their , marking an early highlight shortly after the venue's debut. performed there on September 6, 2001, as part of their Demolition Tour, delivering a set heavy on heavy metal classics. Other iconic rock acts include Motörhead's May 6, 2000, appearance on the We Are Motörhead Tour, showcasing their raw energy in a sold-out gig. brought his solo folk-rock style to the stage on May 7, 2014, and again on March 29, 2018, blending material with personal compositions. In the pop realm, the venue has welcomed artists like for her Guardian Angel Tour on September 3, 2012, where she performed hits from alongside newer tracks. , the Mexican pop icon, headlined multiple times, including his Amarte es un Placer Tour on October 24, 1999, and returns in March 2012 during his self-titled tour, attracting massive Latin American audiences. These events underscore the venue's appeal to diverse pop sensibilities, often featuring elaborate staging for ballad-driven sets. Brazilian acts have also been central, with rock and reggae fusion band delivering key residencies and tours, such as their 30th anniversary celebration on November 2, 2013, revisiting career-spanning hits like "Alagados." The band's earlier joint performance with on October 3, 1999, for the Sempre Livre Mix tour, exemplified the venue's role in promoting domestic rock collaborations. Programming has evolved from the late 1990s focus on emerging international rock tours to a broader mix in the 2000s and 2010s, incorporating pop residencies and Latin acts amid temporary closures for renovations. Post-reopening in April 2018 as Credicard Hall before its current naming, the venue has trended toward hybrid international tours, including K-pop and electronic influences, while maintaining rock and pop staples to sustain high attendance. Recent examples include performances by Billy Idol and Avantasia in 2025, highlighting its continued role in hosting major international acts as of November 2025. This progression reflects São Paulo's growing status as a South American music hub, with the venue facilitating over 1,900 documented performances by 2025.

Other Events

Vibra São Paulo has hosted a range of non-musical events, showcasing its versatility as a multi-purpose venue beyond live music performances. One notable international pageant took place at the venue on September 12, 2011, when it was known as Credicard Hall: the 60th competition, which drew contestants from 89 countries and was broadcast live on and . The venue has also served as a site for awards ceremonies, including the MTV Millennial Awards (MIAW) Brazil edition on May 24, 2018, celebrating and digital influencers. Corporate functions, such as conferences and product launches, form a key part of the venue's programming, transforming the space into a hub for business gatherings. Theatre productions have been staged at the hall, exemplified by the Brazilian run of as part of its 2013 Latin American tour. Community-oriented festivals, like the Kids Festival in 2015 under the Citibank Hall name, have further highlighted its role in family and cultural events.

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  38. https://www.setlist.fm/setlist/motorhead/2000/credicard-hall-sao-paulo-brazil-1bd52d38.html
  39. https://myrockshows.com/event/246142-eddie-vedder-citybank-hall/
  40. https://www.setlist.fm/setlist/eddie-vedder/2018/citibank-hall-sao-paulo-brazil-5bef6b5c.html
  41. https://www.concertarchives.org/concerts/the-guardian-angel-tour
  42. https://www.concertarchives.org/concerts/amarte-es-un-placer-3cf67411-ce4c-452f-baee-7b46a5dc3757
  43. https://www.setlist.fm/setlist/os-paralamas-do-sucesso/2013/credicard-hall-sao-paulo-brazil-73dc4b0e.html
  44. https://www.concertarchives.org/concerts/sempre-livre-mix-titas-paralamas-juntos-ao-vivo-2bbc851c-91f3-4016-8110-914e0304020a
  45. https://mindtrip.ai/attraction/sao-paulo-state/vibra-sao-paulo/at-Yv4YqAcM
  46. https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/sao-paulo-brazil-to-host-the-2011-miss-universe-pageant-live-on-nbc-112007979.html
  47. https://www.gettyimages.com/detail/news-photo/urias-and-mateus-carrilho-attend-the-mtv-miaw-2018-at-news-photo/961868294
  48. https://www.pinterest.com/pin/816207132436309660/
  49. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qZJw_BMNPjY
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