Art Events in São Paulo

Exhibitions, gallery openings, installations, and art events in São Paulo.

34 upcoming art events

“Paredes que Contam Histórias – Mural Artístico da Biblioteca Pública” - Rancharia

Sun, 24 May 2026

Biblioteca Pública

Colorful mural project celebrating storytelling on the walls of the public library in Rancharia, in São Paulo state. Local artists collaborate on a mural, inviting visitors to discover community history through vibrant wall art inside the library.

Ruy Ohtake – Percursos do habitar

Sat, 30 May 2026

Instituto Tomie Ohtake

The Instituto Tomie Ohtake hosts Ruy Ohtake – Percursos do habitar, an exhibition surveying the architect’s habitar-inspired works and bold forms. Set in the São Paulo venue known for contemporary architecture, the show traces Ohtake’s design journey and his impact on Brazilian architecture.

ArPa Feira de Arte

Sat, 30 May 2026

Mercado Livre Arena Pacaembu

ArPa Feira de Arte returns for its fifth edition in São Paulo, May 27–31, 2026 at Mercado Livre Arena Pacaembu. The multi-day art fair features a newly announced content committee and selection process, with ongoing UNI Sector curated by Ana Sokoloff, offering contemporary works in a dynamic arena setting.

Allan Weber – Existe uma vida inteira que tu não conhece

Sat, 23 May 2026

Instituto Tomie Ohtake

Solo exhibition by Allan Weber at Instituto Tomie Ohtake in São Paulo, presenting contemporary works that probe perception and identity. Set in the sleek, iconic gallery space, the show offers an immersive experience that invites reflection on how we know ourselves and others.

Pablo Lobato – Profanações

Sat, 23 May 2026

Instituto Tomie Ohtake

Brazilian artist Pablo Lobato presents Profanações at Instituto Tomie Ohtake, opening May 24, 2026, a contemporary art exhibition with bold visuals and provocative imagery. Housed in São Paulo's renowned indoor gallery, the show invites visitors to see everyday scenes through Lobato's distinctive lens.

Paraná: 16ª Bienal Internacional de Arte Contemporânea de Curitiba

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 at 07:00

Paraná hosts Curitiba's 16th International Biennial of Contemporary Art, with Tatiana Stropp showcasing works at Galeria Ybakatu, CÉU-ECLIPSE, and Museu Paranaense. Running 14 Jun–15 Nov 2026 across venues, it spotlights bold contemporary art in a city-wide program.

16th International Bienal de Arte Contemporânea de Curitiba

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 at 07:00

Running June 14–Nov 15, 2026, the 16th International Bienal de Arte Contemporânea de Curitiba showcases Tatiana Stropp and other contemporary artists across Galeria Ybakatu, Céu-Eclipse, and Museu Paranaense. Explore bold installations and new curations at Curitiba's premier contemporary art festival.

Carolina Caycedo: confluências

Thu, 2 Jul 2026

MASP - Museu de Arte de São Paulo

Carolina Caycedo's solo exhibition 'confluências' at MASP presents immersive works that explore water, land, labor, and migration across Latin America. Housed in the iconic São Paulo museum, the show foregrounds Caycedo's interdisciplinary practice and environmental justice themes.

Sala de vídeo - Regina José Galindo

Fri, 3 Jul 2026 at 17:00

Masp

Video art exhibition by Regina José Galindo at Masp in São Paulo, confronting power and violence through the artist’s body. The show gathers provocative videos that interrogate social structures and human rights.

Estamparia ancestral

Thu, 23 Jul 2026

Sesc Pompeia – R

Join Dayana Molina and Limbert Mamani for a hands-on exploration of ancestral printmaking at Sesc Pompeia. This visual-arts workshop delves into traditional techniques, blending heritage with contemporary design in a dynamic São Paulo setting.

Intervenção de Arte Urbana: Muro do Cemitério de Itirapina

Fri, 26 Jun 2026

On 27 June 2026, an urban art intervention transforms the wall of Itirapina's municipal cemetery into a public artwork. This outdoor street-art project by local artists invites reflection and community dialogue in a culturally meaningful setting.

Visita educativa: POP BRASIL — vanguarda e nova figuração

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 at 11:00

Join an educational guided visit to POP BRASIL: Vanguard and New Figuration (1960s–1970s) at Pinacoteca Contemporânea in São Paulo. The tour covers over 200 works exploring Brazil's social transformations, with sessions on July 3, 11, and 16, at 10:30–12:00 and 14:00–15:30; museum entry is required.

Histórias latino-americanas

Thu, 3 Sept 2026

MASP - Museu de Arte de São Paulo

MASP hosts Histórias latino-americanas, a major art exhibition exploring the histories and diverse artistic voices of Latin America. The show blends painting, sculpture, and multimedia works across the museum's galleries, inviting reflection on shared and complex regional narratives.

Sala de vídeo - Claudia Martínez Garay

Fri, 4 Sept 2026 at 17:00

Masp

Claudia Martínez Garay presents a video program at Masp revisiting colonial Latin American narratives, especially Peru, told through fables built from museum artifacts and historical figures. A thought-provoking exploration of memory, representation, and identity in a museum setting.

Treco no Baile

Sun, 30 Aug 2026 at 09:00

An interactive art installation for families at Casa Bradesco’s Sala Ali in São Paulo. Treco no Baile invites children to cross a playful space where play is language, with participation open to youth and adults. Free admission.

Rosa Elena Curruchich: crônicas de Comalapa

Thu, 29 Oct 2026

MASP - Museu de Arte de São Paulo

MASP hosts a focused exhibition on Rosa Elena Curruchich, tracing her life and crônicas de Comalapa through archival photos, manuscripts, and multimedia installations. The show highlights indigenous storytelling and Latin American cultural history, inviting reflection and dialogue about marginalized voices in art.

Pablo Delano: Museu da Antiga Colônia

Thu, 29 Oct 2026

MASP - Museu de Arte de São Paulo

Pablo Delano presents the photography exhibition 'Museu da Antiga Colônia' at MASP in São Paulo. The show features Delano's contemporary images exploring colonial-era themes in Brazil.

Cancha Brava! South American Football Exhibition

Fri, 16 Oct 2026

From October 17, the Museu do Futebol in São Paulo hosts ¡Cancha Brava! Futebol sudamericano en disputa, an immersive exhibition examining football as cultural, political, and emotional expression in South America. Curated by Luiza Romão, Matias Pinto and Gisele de Paula, the show guides visitors through a culture-forward journey inside the stadium-like galleries.

Jesús Soto

Thu, 26 Nov 2026

MASP - Museu de Arte de São Paulo

MASP in São Paulo presents Jesús Soto, highlighting the Venezuelan artist's pioneering kinetic and optical art. The exhibition surveys Soto's influence on geometric abstraction and viewer perception with works from his innovative series. A must-see for fans of mid-20th-century Latin American modernism at Brazil's leading art museum.

FUNK: Um Grito de Ousadia e Liberdade no Museu da Língua Portuguesa

Sun, 15 Nov 2026 at 06:00

A major funk-culture exhibition arrives in São Paulo after a Rio run, presenting 473 works that reveal the cultural power and creative pulse of funk. Housed at the Museu da Língua Portuguesa, the show travels across styles and voices, inviting visitors to experience urban culture through art.

Sala de vídeo - Edgar Calel

Fri, 30 Oct 2026 at 17:00

Masp

Edgar Calel's video installation at Masp offers a sensitive poetics infused with Maya-Kaqchikel spiritual dimensions and ritual imagery. The exhibition challenges marginalization of Indigenous communities and critiques dominant modes of art production, showcasing powerful contemporary Indigenous perspectives in a prestigious museum setting.

Fotografia AGNÈS VARDA Cinema (IMS Paulista)

Sat, 28 Nov 2026

São Paulo

An exhibition at IMS São Paulo showcasing around 200 photographs by Agnès Varda from the 1950s and 1960s, in dialogue with her cinema work. Many images are previously unseen, illustrating Varda's social and affectionate gaze on travel and everyday life. Entry is free.

Manuel Herreros e Mateo Manaure: mi nombre es venezuela

Thu, 26 Nov 2026

MASP - Museu de Arte de São Paulo

Joint exhibition at MASP featuring Venezuelan artists Manuel Herreros and Mateo Manaure, titled 'mi nombre es venezuela'. The show juxtaposes personal identity with political and cultural memory through contemporary works in São Paulo's famed museum, inviting reflection on Latin American art and heritage.

ARQUITETURA SACRA CONTEMPORÂNEA

Wed, 21 Oct 2026

Contemporary sacred architecture reinterprets sacred spaces within a modern aesthetic, moving beyond Gothic and Baroque ornament while preserving spiritual meaning. This São Paulo program invites architects, scholars, and design lovers to explore how new temples balance tradition with innovation.

TRANS documentary screening and photo exhibition

Fri, 27 Nov 2026 at 17:00

Masp

MASP in São Paulo hosts the first Brazilian exhibition centered on the 1982 documentary TRANS by Venezuelan artists Manuel Herreros de Lemos and Mateo Manaure Arilla. The program pairs the film with a new set of photographs that explore the lives and struggles of trans people and travestis in early-1980s Caracas.

Dragon Ball Exhibition at Shopping Light, São Paulo

Sat, 13 Mar 2027 at 06:00

Dragon Ball Exhibition at Shopping Light in São Paulo features ten graffiti-style screens bringing Akira Toriyama's iconic characters into cityscapes around the mall. This free, family-friendly show blends pop culture, urban art, and nostalgic memories for fans and visitors alike.

Eventos Parceiros

Sun, 24 Jan 2027

Partner events featuring an expo-style fair at Expo 2025 and the inauguration of an exhibition at the Bienal do Parque Ibirapuera in São Paulo, highlighting partner projects and collaboration opportunities.

Mooca Judaica Exhibition: Histories and Memories

Sun, 24 Jan 2027 at 09:00

Unibes Cultural

A compelling indoor exhibition at Unibes Cultural tracing the Mooca Jewish community’s stories and memories from Jan 24 to Mar 22, featuring archival material and personal testimonies in a welcoming São Paulo venue.

Exposição gratuita de K-pop na Av. Paulista!

Thu, 11 Mar 2027 at 05:00

Free K-pop exhibition on Avenida Paulista in São Paulo invites families to explore color, sound, and movement through visual art inspired by Korean hits. The show transforms music into engaging imagery, offering kid- and teen-friendly displays and colorful installations in a welcoming, family-friendly setting.

Exposição Recortes por Cristiano Mascaro

Mon, 25 Jan 2027 at 07:00

Unibes Cultural

Photographic works by Cristiano Mascaro are presented at Unibes Cultural in São Paulo, with Recortes running January 25 to April 26. The exhibition surveys Mascaro’s documentary imagery in a contemporary gallery setting, inviting visitors to reflect on everyday life through his lens.

Exposição "Trilhos da Bola"

Mon, 7 Dec 2026

Exploring the deep link between rail heritage and football in São Paulo, the itinerant exhibition Trilhos da Bola from the Museu do Futebol opens December 8 in Araraquara. The show features artifacts and stories tracing how trains helped shape the state's football culture in a compelling, museum-style display.

ABERTO5 Exhibition at Casa Bola, São Paulo

Mon, 8 Mar 2027 at 07:00

ABERTO5 brings an architecture-focused exhibition to Casa Bola in São Paulo, presenting an experimental Brazilian residence by Eduardo Longo. Open from March 8 through May 31, the show invites public exploration of innovative design and space. Tickets are R$37.50.

Sou o Outro do Outro — Casa Bradesco

Mon, 15 Mar 2027 at 09:00

Immersive art exhibition at Casa Bradesco in Cidade Matarazzo, São Paulo, featuring six monumental installations that blend architecture, light, and technology. The immersive journey invites visitors to walk through mirrors and spaces and reflect on identity and migration.

Uma Noite com os Impressionistas: Paris 1874

Thu, 25 Mar 2027 at 07:00

Shopping Cidade São Paulo

Experience an immersive glimpse of Paris 1874 as Impressionist artworks fill Shopping Cidade São Paulo. Open daily 10:00-20:00 through March 25, 2026, this family-friendly exhibition brings masterworks into a contemporary mall setting, perfect for art-loving visitors of all ages.