{"id":15433,"date":"2026-10-19T18:46:46","date_gmt":"2026-10-19T21:46:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/viagenselugaress.com\/?p=15433"},"modified":"2026-10-22T18:18:10","modified_gmt":"2026-10-22T21:18:10","slug":"2026-royal-court-contest-in-rio-free-shows-and-schedule","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/viagenselugaress.com\/en\/2026-royal-court-contest-in-rio-free-shows-and-schedule\/","title":{"rendered":"2026 Royal Court Contest in Rio: free shows and schedule"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Updated on October 19, 2026.<\/strong> The <strong>Concurso Corte Real do Carnaval 2026<\/strong> still has two nights of programming ahead at Cidade do Samba, on <strong>October 23 and 24<\/strong>, starting at <strong>7 p.m.<\/strong>, with <strong>free admission<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to choosing the figures who represent Rio\u2019s Carnival, the event features live performances, samba schools and tributes to important names in samba culture. For anyone looking for a free, distinctly Carioca activity this week, it is one of the most interesting options.<\/p>\n<h2>Quick summary<\/h2>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Event<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Concurso Corte Real do Carnaval 2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Upcoming dates<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>October 23 and 24, 2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Time<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>From 7 p.m.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Location<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Cidade do Samba<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Address<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Rua Rivad\u00e1via Corr\u00eaa, 60 \u2014 Santo Cristo<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Admission<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Free<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2>Programming for the next few days<\/h2>\n<h3>October 23 \u2014 tribute to Preta Gil<\/h3>\n<p>The announced lineup includes <strong>Samba Que Elas Querem, Imperatriz Leopoldinense, Meime dos Brilhos, Karina Kar\u00e3o and Sambay<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3>October 24 \u2014 tributes to Arlindo Cruz, Bira Presidente and Gilsinho da Portela<\/h3>\n<p>The scheduled acts are <strong>Quintal da Magia, Beija-Flor and Arlindinho<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2>Is it worth it?<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Yes,<\/strong> especially for anyone who enjoys samba, Carnival and free events. The combination of live performances, samba schools and the Cidade do Samba atmosphere makes it particularly appealing to tourists and residents who want to get into the Carnival spirit early.<\/p>\n<h2>How to get there<\/h2>\n<p>Riotur recommends the <strong>VLT Line 1<\/strong>, getting off at <strong>Cidade do Samba\/Tia Ciata<\/strong> station. For the return journey, especially after the shows end, a ridesharing app may also be a convenient option.<\/p>\n<p>You may also want to see our guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/viagenselugaress.com\/en\/how-to-use-public-transportation-in-rio-de-janeiro-safely-subway-bus-and-apps-in-2026\/?p=5219\">public transportation in Rio<\/a> and the <a href=\"https:\/\/viagenselugaress.com\/en\/what-to-do-in-rio-this-week\/?p=11058\">weekly events calendar<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>Practical tips<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Arrive early, as admission is free and crowds may increase as the shows get closer.<\/li>\n<li>Take the VLT or use a ridesharing app to avoid worrying about parking.<\/li>\n<li>Bring water and check the weather forecast before leaving.<\/li>\n<li>Save the schedule on your phone so you can keep track of the order of the acts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Where to stay<\/h2>\n<p>Centro, Lapa, Gl\u00f3ria and Flamengo are convenient areas for anyone who wants to combine the event with other activities. See our guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/viagenselugaress.com\/en\/where-to-stay-in-rio-de-janeiro\/?p=5683\">where to stay in Rio de Janeiro<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n<h3>Do I need a ticket?<\/h3>\n<p>Riotur states that admission is free.<\/p>\n<h3>Which dates have not taken place yet?<\/h3>\n<p>As of October 19, 2026, the nights of October 23 and 24 are still to come.<\/p>\n<h3>Where does it take place?<\/h3>\n<p>At Cidade do Samba, in Santo Cristo.<\/p>\n<h2>Official source<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/riotur.rio\/editorial\/concurso-corte-real-2026-programacao-segue-com-grandes-shows-na-cidade-do-samba\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Riotur \u2014 Concurso Corte Real 2026<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>2026 Carnival Royal Court Contest at Cidade do Samba: remaining dates, free shows, performers, address and how to get 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