36 upcoming festivals events
CONVENÇÃO DE MAGOS E BRUXAS DE PARANAPIACABA - SANTO ANDRÉ
Thu, 28 May 2026
Paranapiacaba Historic Village
A weekend cultural festival in the historic Paranapiacaba village near Santo André, welcoming fans of magic, spirituality, and occult arts with mystic fairs, lectures, rituals, dances, meditations, and artistic performances.
Taste São Paulo Festival - Sunday
Sun, 31 May 2026 at 08:00
Parque Villa Lobos
Taste São Paulo Festival returns for its 10th edition at Parque Villa-Lobos, a grand gastronomic festival featuring top restaurants, celebrity chefs, hands-on cooking classes, wine tastings, cocktail workshops, and lively live music.
Taste São Paulo Festival - Thursday
Thu, 4 Jun 2026 at 08:00
Parque Villa Lobos
Taste São Paulo Festival (10th edition) is the world’s largest gastronomic celebration, showcasing top restaurants, celebrity chefs, cooking classes, wine tastings, and cocktail workshops, with live music in Parque Villa-Lobos.
30ª PARADA LGBT+ DE SÃO PAULO 🌈
Sat, 6 Jun 2026
Paulista
Join the 30th LGBT+ Pride Parade in São Paulo along Avenida Paulista for a vibrant street festival celebrating LGBTQ+ pride, with colorful floats, music, performances, and a lively crowd of locals and visitors.
Arraiá do Chico Bento 2026
Thu, 4 Jun 2026 at 06:00
Parque da Agua Branca
Arraia do Chico Bento 2026 is a traditional Brazilian June festival returning to Parque da Água Branca with live music, dancing, and festive food stalls. A family-friendly celebration of Brazilian culture featuring forró and folk performances.
Camarote Paulista Parada 2026
Sun, 7 Jun 2026 at 09:00
Camarote Paulista
Experience a VIP Camarote Paulista at Parada 2026 in São Paulo. Enjoy premium street-side views of the Pride parade from an exclusive box, with curated service and exclusive access to the festivities.
Festa Junina do Pombal - Tarabai
Sat, 13 Jun 2026
Experience Festa Junina do Pombal - Tarabai, a vibrant outdoor cultural festival in São Paulo featuring traditional Junino dancing (quadrilha), lively music, colorful decorations, and stalls with classic foods and games. A family-friendly celebration of Brazil's midsummer festivity.
Serra Negra In Concert - Festival de Inverno
Thu, 18 Jun 2026
Serra Negra
Serra Negra In Concert is a winter festival turning the charming city of Serra Negra into a vibrant stage of music, culture and fun. Over 45 days, the event features renowned artists and local talents across multiple performances, inviting locals and visitors to experience a rich program.
São Paulo Coffee Festival
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 at 09:00
Parque do Ibirapuera
São Paulo Coffee Festival brings together local roasters, cafes, and coffee lovers at Parque Ibirapuera. Expect tastings, barista demos, workshops, and stalls celebrating diverse brewing styles in an open-air setting.
Anime Friends 2026: Shows, cosplay & K-pop
Sun, 5 Jul 2026 at 09:00
Anime Friends 2026 returns to Anhembi, São Paulo for four days (July 2–5, 2026) of otaku culture, with anime, manga, games, cosplay and K-pop shows, live performances, and fan activities at a sprawling convention space.
Anime Friends 2026
Sun, 5 Jul 2026 at 07:00
Distrito Anhembi
Anime Friends 2026 returns to Distrito Anhembi in São Paulo for anime, manga and cosplay fans. Expect panels, exhibitors, cosplay contests, workshops, and a festival atmosphere in a bustling expo hall with photo ops and exclusive merch.
Premium Anime Friends 2026
Fri, 3 Jul 2026 at 07:00
Distrito Anhembi
Premium Anime Friends 2026 is a major anime convention at Distrito Anhembi in São Paulo, bringing cosplay, panels, exhibitors and merch for fans. Kicking off July 3, 2026 at 10:00, the day-long event offers Japanese pop culture, cosplay contests, and community moments for adults and families.
10º Festival de Inverno
Wed, 1 Jul 2026
10º Festival de Inverno in Guararema at Recanto do Américo showcases local acts across sertanejo, rock, pop and samba, with a seafood-focused gastronomy lineup. This outdoor winter festival blends music, food stalls and a festive atmosphere for families and adults alike.
Massarifest 2026 @ Fabrique
Thu, 2 Jul 2026
Fabrique
Massarifest 2026 at Fabrique in São Paulo features Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs, Macaco Bong, and Firefriend for a high-energy night of rock inside the iconic club, delivering heavy riffs, crowd-ready anthems, and a late-night festival atmosphere.
Festival do Japão
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 at 06:00
São Paulo Expo
Three-day Japanese cultural festival at São Paulo Expo (July 10–12, 2026). Discover Japan’s arts, crafts, music, and cuisine through exhibitions, demonstrations, and family-friendly activities in a vibrant expo setting.
2ª FESTA DO MEL 2026
Thu, 2 Jul 2026
The 2nd Festa do Mel in Redenção da Serra celebrates local beekeeping with regional producers in the city center, highlighting apiculture in Vale do Paraíba. A family-friendly festival with tastings, displays, and activities for visitors.
Festival de Inverno Rio 2026: ELO, Seu Jorge, Criolo & Belo
Sat, 1 Aug 2026
A winter festival in Rio de Janeiro at Marina da Glória featuring ELO, Seu Jorge, Criolo and Belo. This waterfront night shows a dynamic lineup of Brazilian acts for a nightlife audience, blending pop, samba and contemporary sounds in an outdoor setting.
71ª Festa do Peão de Boiadeiro de Barretos
Wed, 19 Aug 2026
The 71st Festa do Peão de Barretos features arena rodeo competitions and dynamic music acts by national and international artists, set in Barretos. The festival blends traditional sertanejo culture with performances, cuisine, and agribusiness events, creating a vibrant outdoor spectacle.
Festa Nordestina
Fri, 31 Jul 2026
Festa Nordestina in São Paulo celebrates the culture and joy of Brazil's Northeast with live traditional music, dances, and regional foods, offering a warm, festive cultural experience.
Mantifest - Festival Têxtil da Serra da Mantiqueira
Sun, 23 Aug 2026
Mantifest: Festival Têxtil da Serra da Mantiqueira brings two textile days to Campos do Jordão, featuring live demonstrations, hands-on workshops, and a crafts fair with textile producers at Parque da Lagoinha. Entry is free, inviting families and lovers of fiber arts to explore local craftsmanship in a scenic mountain setting.
THE REALNESS FESTIVAL 2026
Sat, 29 Aug 2026 at 17:00
Vibra Sao Paulo
THE REALNESS FESTIVAL 2026 is São Paulo’s biggest drag celebration hosted at Vibra São Paulo. The night features spectacular drag performances, dazzling costumes, and high-energy shows that spotlight Latin America’s vibrant scene.
Passaporte Aurora Festival (2 Dias)
Sat, 29 Aug 2026 at 06:00
Hotel Tivoli - São Paulo
Two-day Passaporte Aurora Festival at Hotel Tivoli São Paulo offers a passport-style access to multiple live acts across days, set in a stylish city hotel. Expect a vibrant mix of music, culture, and nightlife in a chic urban venue.
Primavera Sound
Sat, 5 Dec 2026 at 17:00
Autodromo Interlagos
Primavera Sound returns to Autódromo de Interlagos with a multi-stage lineup spanning indie, electronic and experimental acts. This iconic festival combines urban vibes with open-air stages at São Paulo's renowned race circuit, delivering high-energy performances, food stalls and late-night sets.
Festival Hardcore São Paulo
Sun, 18 Oct 2026 at 17:00
Porão da SanFran
An underground hardcore festival in São Paulo featuring Declive, Mano de Obra, Gigante Animal, Mee, 98 AXE and more, at Porão da SanFran. The 8pm show promises relentless riffs and a high-energy crowd in a tight, intimate venue.
Liberation Festival
Sat, 12 Dec 2026 at 17:00
Vibra Sao Paulo
Liberation Festival at Vibra São Paulo delivers a high-energy night of live music inside the city’s renowned venue. This indoor festival brings a festive club atmosphere with diverse performances, drawing locals and visitors for an unforgettable evening on Dec 12, 2026 at 20:00 UTC.
Show da virada
Sun, 27 Dec 2026
São Paulo hosts a vibrant New Year’s Eve celebration in the central square featuring multiple stages, live shows, and a variety of attractions. The outdoor festival draws crowds from nearby municipalities and other states, delivering festive, high-energy entertainment to welcome the new year.
Fim de Ano Iluminado
Fri, 4 Dec 2026
Fim de Ano Iluminado transforms São Paulo's central square into a month-long celebration blending Natal Iluminado charm with Réveillon energy. Enjoy illuminated trees and public spaces lit all December, creating a festive cultural atmosphere for families and visitors to ring in the season.
Tattoo Week São Paulo 2026
Fri, 20 Nov 2026 at 09:00
Expo Center Norte
Tattoo Week São Paulo 2026 brings together top tattoo artists, live tattooing demonstrations, and a wide range of vendors at Expo Center Norte. The convention showcases styles from traditional to contemporary, with artist panels, live art, and after-hours events celebrating body art in Brazil's vibrant capital of São Paulo.
Réveillon de Paulicéia
Wed, 30 Dec 2026
Réveillon de Paulicéia is a public-square New Year’s Eve baile show in São Paulo, open to the general public. Dance and live music unfold from 21:30 to 03:00 with a fireworks display at midnight, creating a festive, street-party atmosphere.
Festival Hardcore de São Paulo: AXE 98 + Joker + Sem Remorso
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 at 17:00
Porão da SanFran
Experience a pulsating hardcore festival in São Paulo featuring AXE 98, Joker, and Sem Remorso at the intimate Porão da SanFran. A high-energy night of heavy riffs, screaming vocals, and crowd-chanting anthems in a gritty basement venue.
Festival de Bandas e Fanfarras de Areias
Sat, 12 Dec 2026
São Paulo hosts the 6th Festival de Bandas e Fanfarras de Areias, uniting regional marching bands and fanfares led by Banda Marcial Municipal de Areias. The outdoor event features scheduled performances by several ensembles in a lively, family-friendly festival atmosphere.
Camarote Essepê 2027 Desfile Grupo de Acesso Domingo
Sun, 7 Feb 2027 at 16:00
Sambódromo do Anhembi
Experience Camarote Essepê 2027 for the Grupo de Acesso parade on Sunday at the Sambódromo do Anhembi. This VIP viewing package puts you courtside for samba-filled performances at São Paulo's iconic carnival venue, offering a festive atmosphere and prime parade views.
Lantern Festival at Praça da Liberdade, São Paulo
Sun, 28 Feb 2027 at 07:00
Join the inaugural Lantern Festival at Praça da Liberdade in central São Paulo, a daytime celebration of Chinese New Year with cultural performances, dance and live music, plus a bustling gastronomic fair. Free entry and outdoors, perfect for families and visitors exploring the city center.
Festival de Viola Caipira em São Roque (entrada gratuita)
Fri, 5 Mar 2027 at 09:00
Experience the 1st Festival de Viola Caipira in São Roque, celebrating raiz country music, traditional Brazilian gastronomy, and kid-friendly activities. Free entry for the weekend of March 6–8, with outdoor performances and family attractions.
Pamonha Festival in Campos do Jordão (Free Entry)
Fri, 12 Mar 2027 at 08:30
Join the Pamonha Festival in Campos do Jordão, celebrating milho with traditional milho-based dishes. This free-entry, family-friendly outdoor festival in the Serra da Mantiqueira features regional corn treats and festive street-food vibes, perfect for a springtime visit.
Carnafolk: um Carnaval medieval com entrada gratuita!
Sat, 13 Mar 2027 at 08:00
Carnafolk brings a free-entry medieval carnival to São Paulo's Modelódromo do Ibirapuera, marking its 10th anniversary with free folk and medieval music shows, hydromel, themed gastronomy, and a family-friendly market for kids and adults.