What to Do in Rio This Week (05/25 to 06/01)
Shows, food, exhibitions, outings, nightlife, and experiences updated daily in Rio de Janeiro.
We picked the best events of the week in Rio de Janeiro for you to enjoy the city: festivals, samba, cultural fairs, restaurants, exhibitions, free events, hotels, and day trips.
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📍 What to Do in Rio This Week
This week, Rio de Janeiro is hosting major creativity and innovation events, featuring food, samba, exhibitions, and cultural experiences across the city.
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🔥 Unmissable Events of the Week
Rio2C 2026
The biggest gathering of creativity and innovation in Latin America brings together music, audiovisual, technology, creators, and entertainment in Rio.
📍 Cidade das Artes
📅 May 26 to 31
Rio Wine and Food Festival
A food festival with experiences, restaurants, tastings, and special events across Rio.
📍 Various locations
📅 Until May 31
World Press Photo 2026
The traditional international photojournalism exhibition is still on display at Caixa Cultural Rio.
📍 Caixa Cultural
📅 Until June 28
Candlelight Concerts
Intimate concerts lit by candles in some of the most beautiful places in Rio.
📍 Various locations
📅 All week long
🆓 Free Events in Rio This Week
Pedra do Sal
One of Rio de Janeiro’s most traditional samba circles continues to bring together locals and tourists in Pequena África.
📍 Saúde
📅 Monday
💰 Free
CCBB Rio
Free exhibitions, cinema, theater, and cultural programming in Downtown Rio.
📍 Downtown
💰 Free
Parque Lage
Historic gardens, nature, and one of the most beautiful views of Christ the Redeemer.
📍 Jardim Botânico
💰 Free admission
Feira do Lavradio
A cultural fair with antique shops, samba, and food in the Historic Center.
📍 Lapa
📅 Saturday
Ipanema Beach
One of Rio’s best free experiences is still enjoying the sunset in Ipanema.
📍 South Zone
🍽️ Food in Rio This Week
Wine Bars in Botafogo
Botafogo is home to some of the most interesting wine bars in Rio.
📍 Botafogo
Restaurants with a View
Food experiences with sea views in Ipanema, Urca, and Leblon.
Cafés in Jardim Botânico
Charming cafés for brunch, specialty coffee, and home office.
Duo Gourmet
Save on restaurants using food benefits.
🎶 Shows and Nightlife
Samba in Lapa
Lapa is still one of the best places to enjoy samba and nightlife in Rio.
📍 Lapa
Jazz and Blues in Rio
Cultural venues and bars host intimate performances during the week.
Botafogo at Night
Rooftops, bars, and restaurants make Rio’s nightlife come alive.
👨👩👧 Family-Friendly Events
Museums in Rio
Cultural and educational programming for kids and families.
Quinta da Boa Vista
A large green area, perfect for free family outings.
Aterro do Flamengo
Parks, bike paths, and open spaces to enjoy the day.
🚶 Outings and Experiences
🌴 Arraial do Cabo
A boat trip in crystal-clear waters departing from Rio.
🏝️ Angra dos Reis
Paradisiacal islands and boat trips.
🍷 Petrópolis
Experience the Serra Fluminense with food and a European-like climate.
🏨 Where to Stay in Rio
🌊 Hotels with Sea Views
Copacabana, Ipanema, and Barra da Tijuca.
❤️ Romantic Hotels
Special experiences for couples in Rio.
🌿 Hotels in the Mountains
Charming inns in Itaipava and Petrópolis.
❤️ Carioca Spot Picks
- Favorite event: Rio2C
- Favorite place: Parque Lage
- Favorite bar: Boteco Belmonte
- Favorite café: DarkCoffee
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