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Calvin Harris recognized by Guinness World Records for 1.6 million attendee DJ set

According to BBC Entertainment & Arts, Scottish DJ Calvin Harris has been recognised by Guinness World Records for the largest attendance for a DJ set by a single artist, after performing for an estimated 1.6 million people in Sao Paulo earlier this year. GWR noted the performance on 8 February 2026 turned Sao Paulo into a massive street party, with some fans fainting in the heat and the Rua da Consolação reportedly closed. Harris highlighted the award on social media, calling it a "truly insane day" in Brazil.

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Calvin Harris recognized by Guinness World Records for 1.6 million attendee DJ set
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  1. 01Attendance reached 1.6 million people in Sao Paulo.
  2. 02Event occurred on 8 February 2026.
  3. 03Rua da Consolação reportedly closed due to the crowd.
  4. 04Harris wore a Brazilian football shirt with the name Calvinho on the back during the set.

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