RioWindsFestival 2026: 14 free concerts in Rio in November
Updated on October 29, 2026. The RioWindsFestival 2026 takes over Rio de Janeiro throughout November with 14 free concerts dedicated to wind instruments. Riotur’s official schedule lists the season as running from November 1 to 30, with performances at museums, churches and historic venues across the city.
The festival is part of the Música no Museu project and brings together Brazilian and international artists for programs spanning classical, contemporary and Brazilian music.
Quick summary
| Event | RioWindsFestival 2026 |
| Dates | November 1–30, 2026 |
| Concerts | 14 free performances according to Riotur |
| Format | Concert music focused on wind instruments |
| Locations | Centro, Catete and Copacabana, among other areas |
| Admission | Free |
| Curated by | Harold Emert / Música no Museu |
Is it worth it?
Yes, especially for those looking for free cultural programming that differs from the major concerts. The festival spreads performances across historic sites and museums, making it possible to combine music and urban sightseeing in the same itinerary.
It is also a great opportunity to discover instruments such as the oboe, bassoon, flute and English horn outside the traditional setting of major concert halls.
Program highlights
- November 1 — 1:30 p.m.: Opening at Igreja da Lapa dos Mercadores with Cosme Silveira, Harold Emert and Mara Lucia; the program includes Telemann, Piazzolla, Britten and Noel Rosa.
- November 5 — 12:30 p.m.: “A Journey through the Flute,” at CCBB Rio.
- November 6 — 12:30 p.m.: Ian Davidson and Harold Emert at the Museu Naval, with Brazilian percussion and narration.
- November 7 — 12:30 p.m.: Ian Davidson and Míriam Grosman at the Museu da Justiça.
- November 9 — 1 p.m.: Ernesto Leston, Mariana Airaudo and Inês Coira at the Museu da República.
- November 13 — 6 p.m.: Grupo Vocal BateBoca at the Centro Cultural Justiça Federal.
- November 19 — 12:30 p.m.: Grupo de Flautas Doces Fino Som at CCBB.
- November 23 — 1 p.m.: Duo Opala at the Museu da República.
- November 25 — 6 p.m.: Coral Riviera del Fiori and Colin Foster at Forte de Copacabana.
- November 26 — 12:30 p.m.: William Wielgus and Matthew Van Hoose at CCBB.
- November 30 — 1 p.m.: Closing performance at the Museu da República with Jorge Saraiva and Leandro Turano.
Riotur lists these events as program highlights. As times may be adjusted, confirm the details before setting out.
RioWindsFestival at CCBB
CCBB also publishes its own Música no Museu schedule connected to the 16th edition of the RioWindsFestival. The published dates include November 4, 11, 18, 22 and 25, with free concerts in Room 26 on the fourth floor.
- November 4 — 12:30 p.m.: Grupo de Flautas Doces Fino Som.
- November 11 — 12:30 p.m.: Duo Opala — Pierre Descaves and Stefano Bravo.
- November 18 — 12:30 p.m.: Ian Davidson and Aleida Schweitzer.
- November 22 — 1 p.m.: Ernesto Leston and Mariana Airaudo.
- November 25 — 12:30 p.m.: William Wielgus and Matthew Van Hoose.
Important: there are differences between the general schedule published by Riotur and the specific schedule published by CCBB. Use the chosen venue’s page as the final confirmation of the date and time.
Where are the concerts held?
The venues listed by Riotur include:
- Igreja da Lapa dos Mercadores — Rua do Ouvidor, 35, Centro;
- Biblioteca Nacional — Rua México, Centro;
- CCBB Rio — Rua Primeiro de Março, 66, Centro;
- Museu Naval — Rua Dom Manuel, 15, Centro;
- Museu da Justiça — Rua Dom Manuel, 29, Centro;
- Museu da República — Rua do Catete, 153, Catete;
- Centro Cultural Justiça Federal — Av. Rio Branco, 241, Centro;
- Forte de Copacabana — Praça Cel. Eugênio Franco, 1, Copacabana.
How much does it cost?
The published program is free. Some venues, such as CCBB, may require tickets to be collected in advance or impose capacity limits.
For this reason, check the specific venue’s page before setting out.
How to fit it into your itinerary
Concerts in Centro pair well with CCBB, Praça XV, Museu de Arte do Rio and Boulevard Olímpico. Performances at the Museu da República can be included in an itinerary covering Catete, Flamengo and Glória. Forte de Copacabana works well with an afternoon at the beach and Arpoador.
See also what to do in Rio, free tours in Rio and the weekly schedule.
Where to stay
Since the concerts are spread across several neighborhoods, Botafogo, Flamengo and Copacabana are convenient bases. Compare options in the guide to where to stay in Rio.
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Frequently asked questions
When is RioWindsFestival 2026?
Riotur’s general schedule lists events from November 1 to 30, 2026.
How much does it cost?
The listed concerts are free.
Where is it held?
At various cultural and historic venues across Rio, including CCBB, Museu da República, Museu Naval, Museu da Justiça, CCJF and Forte de Copacabana.
Do I need to get a ticket?
It depends on the venue. At CCBB, for example, admission is managed through tickets and capacity limits.
Is it exclusively classical music?
No. The program combines classical, modern, Brazilian and international repertoire.
Sources and latest update
Last checked: October 29, 2026.
Illustrative featured image of wind instruments, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Credit: 27oboistZ / Wikimedia Commons.
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