What to Do in Rio This Week (August 20–23, 2026)
Last updated: August 20, 2026. This guide covers Thursday, August 20 through Sunday, August 23.
If you’re wondering what is happening nearby in Rio de Janeiro this week, this page brings together current shows, theater, music and flexible ideas for the weekend. Event times, availability and ticket prices can change, so always confirm details with the official venue before leaving.
For a broader city guide, see what to do in Rio de Janeiro.
Quick guide: Rio events from August 20 to 23
| Date | Event | Venue | What to know |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Aug 20 | Mamma Mia! | Teatro Riachuelo | Opening night of the Rio season |
| Fri, Aug 21 | Carminho | Vivo Rio | Show at 9 pm |
| Fri, Aug 21 | Gaby Amarantos — Rock Doido Tour | Fundição Progresso | House opens at 9 pm |
| Fri, Aug 21 | Mãeana canta JG | Circo Voador | Listed as sold out when checked on Aug 20 |
| Sat, Aug 22 | Liniker — Bye Bye Caju | Farmasi Arena | Gates at 5 pm; confirm show time |
| Sat, Aug 22 | Flávio Venturini — 50 anos | Circo Voador | Saturday concert |
| Sat, Aug 22 | Kleiton, Kledir e Vitor Ramil | Vivo Rio | Show at 9 pm |
| Sun, Aug 23 | Mamma Mia! | Teatro Riachuelo | Sunday performance at 3 pm |
Thursday, August 20
Mamma Mia! — Teatro Riachuelo
The Rio season of Mamma Mia! starts on August 20 at Teatro Riachuelo in Downtown Rio and runs through September 13. The official theater lists the production as part of its current program, and the Thursday performance is scheduled for 8 pm.
Where: Teatro Riachuelo, Rua do Passeio, Downtown Rio.
Official information: Teatro Riachuelo.
Friday, August 21
Carminho — Vivo Rio
Portuguese fado singer Carminho performs at Vivo Rio on Friday. The venue lists the house opening at 7 pm and the show at 9 pm.
Where: Vivo Rio, Parque do Flamengo.
Official information: Vivo Rio.
Gaby Amarantos — Rock Doido Tour
Gaby Amarantos brings the Rock Doido Tour to Fundição Progresso on August 21. The official venue page lists the show in Lapa and the house opening at 9 pm.
Where: Fundição Progresso, Rua dos Arcos, 24, Lapa.
Official information: Fundição Progresso.
Mãeana canta JG — Circo Voador
Circo Voador lists Mãeana canta JG for Friday, August 21. When this guide was updated on August 20, the official agenda showed the event as sold out, so check the venue before making plans around it.
Where: Circo Voador, Lapa.
Official information: Circo Voador.
Saturday, August 22
Liniker — Bye Bye Caju at Farmasi Arena
Liniker brings the Bye Bye Caju show to Farmasi Arena on Saturday, August 22. The venue currently lists gates opening at 5 pm and asks visitors to confirm the final show time.
Where: Farmasi Arena, Barra Olímpica.
Official information: Farmasi Arena.
Flávio Venturini — 50 anos
Circo Voador lists Flávio Venturini — 50 anos for Saturday, August 22. Check the official agenda for the latest ticket availability and opening time.
Where: Circo Voador, Lapa.
Official information: Circo Voador.
Kleiton, Kledir e Vitor Ramil — Vivo Rio
Kleiton, Kledir e Vitor Ramil perform together at Vivo Rio on August 22. The official event page lists the show for 9 pm.
Where: Vivo Rio, Parque do Flamengo.
Official information: Vivo Rio.
Sunday, August 23
Mamma Mia! — Sunday performance
If you prefer theater on Sunday, Mamma Mia! continues its season at Teatro Riachuelo with a Sunday performance scheduled for 3 pm. Confirm ticket availability before heading Downtown.
Flexible plans between events
If you want a plan that does not depend on a concert ticket, use our Ipanema Beach guide for a beach and sunset plan, or browse our restaurants with a view in Rio for lunch or dinner ideas.
For a more complete schedule, combine this page with our Rio de Janeiro day-by-day itinerary.
Before you go
Rio event schedules can change at short notice. Recheck the official venue or ticket platform on the day of the event, especially for sold-out notices, opening times and age restrictions.
If you’re moving around the city at night, also read our Rio safety guide for tourists and our guide to public transportation in Rio.
Save this page: it is the weekly English agenda for current Rio events and should be checked again as the city calendar changes.
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