Free Art Events in São Paulo

Uma folha translúcida no lugar dos olhos

2026-04-07T00:00:00

Mendes Wood DM Barra Funda

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Daniel Steegmann Mangrané presents a new exhibition at Mendes Wood DM Barra Funda in São Paulo, exploring perception, nature, and materiality through site-specific works. The show titled Uma folha translúcida no lugar dos olhos invites viewers to rethink vision in a contemporary gallery setting.

MIS Experience 360° – O cinema de Billy Wilder | Joanópolis

2026-04-08T00:00:00

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A traveling digital version of the MIS Experience mega-exhibition celebrating Billy Wilder's cinema, presented in Joanópolis in partnership with the Municipal Culture Secretariat. The show offers an immersive, multimedia look at Wilder’s iconic films and his impact on cinema in a culturally vibrant setting.

Marco A. Castillo - A Casa do Decorador: O Futuro Já Não É

2026-04-08T20:00:00

Casa Domschke

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An exhibition by Marco A. Castillo at Casa Domschke that reflects on Cuban modernism through contemporary practice, blending art, design, and architecture. The show revisits the 1950s cultural production using materials like wood, straw, and trellises, offering a dialogue between past and present in a gallery setting.

David Catá at Instituto Cervantes RJ

2026-04-10T10:00:00

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David Catá at Instituto Cervantes RJ anchors a Rio-wide art program featuring multiple venues (Paço Imperial, MAM, Centro Correios RJ, Cinemateca do MAM, and more) running from March to June 2026. A multi-venue contemporary art showcase brings together several artists and projects across institutions.

Domingo com Arte - Ateliê ao Vivo

2026-04-12T00:00:00

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Domingo com Arte - Ateliê ao Vivo is a monthly gathering at Museu Casa de Portinari in São Paulo, on the second Sunday, where local and regional artists share experiences and ideas in an informal, dialogue-driven studio setting.

Steam XP

2026-04-16T00:00:00

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STEAM XP is an interactive science-technology exhibition in Diadema near São Paulo, inviting 10- to 14-year-olds to explore future-focused concepts through hands-on activities. Running from April 16 to May 17 at MAP-Diadema, this playful expo sparks curiosity across science, technology, engineering, arts, and math.

Visita Educativa: Casa de Portinari - Arquitetura e Memórias

2026-04-18T00:00:00

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Guided educational visit at Museu Casa de Portinari in São Paulo for International Museum Day. Explore the building's architecture and heritage conservation through expert commentary from the infrastructure and education teams, discovering how the house preserves memories and tells stories.

Exposição Alice Yura: Criando histórias a partir de fotoálbuns

2026-04-18T00:00:00

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An open gathering linked to the Alice Yura exhibition in São Paulo, inviting the public to explore how photo albums shape memory and narrative. The session offers a relaxed, intellectual look at memory-making through photography; free, no registration, but seating is limited.

Visitas Mediadas | Edição Especial do Dia dos Povos Indígenas

2026-04-18T09:30:00

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Guided cultural visit in São Paulo marking Indigenous Peoples Day, with two time slots (9:30–11:00 and 14:00–15:30) and a sign-language interpreter in the afternoon. Limited to 30 spots per slot, offering an insightful reflection on dreams from Indigenous perspectives.

Fotroca #106 – Com Roberto Flores

2026-04-19T00:00:00

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The 106th Fotroca is paired with the 2nd Feira de Artes Direto do Produtor in São Paulo, featuring special guest photographer and psychoanalyst Roberto Flores. Since 2012, photographers of all levels gather for a collaborative, idea-sharing session that sparks creative exchange.

Fotroca #106 com Roberto Flores

2026-04-19T13:00:00

Unibes Cultural

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Fotroca #106 presents photographer Roberto Flores at Unibes Cultural for an intimate photography talk and exchange. An engaging session on contemporary imagery, with insights from Flores and audience discussion in the cultural heart of São Paulo.

Introdução à Montagem de Exposições com Pedro Cruz

2026-04-19T15:00:00

Unibes Cultural

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Join Pedro Cruz for an introductory session on mounting exhibitions at Unibes Cultural. This art-focused talk/workshop covers curation concepts, installation planning, and display design, offering practical insights for emerging curators and art professionals in São Paulo.

EWE IRE — Sheyla Ayo

2026-04-19T20:00:00

Piso Flávio de Carvalho - Centro Cultural São Paulo

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A solo exhibition by Sheyla Ayo at Centro Cultural São Paulo (Sala de Vidro) invites visitors to move beyond observer and participant in a sensory, ritual-like space where aromatic herbs trigger memories and moments of presence. An immersive installation celebrating women’s month at CCSP.

Outros

2026-04-27T10:00:00

Galeria Berê / Guapimirim / Guarujá / Guarulhos / Gurupi / Higienópo

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An art exhibition titled Outros held at Galeria Berê, part of a traveling multi-city program across numerous Brazilian locales. This contemporary showcase connects venues from Galeria Berê to cities like Guarujá and Higienópolis, inviting audiences to explore diverse Brazilian art in a single itinerary.

Sextou na Pina – Edição 9 de Maio!

2026-05-09T00:00:00

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Pinacoteca Fórum das Artes hosts Sextou na Pina, a Friday-evening edition organized in collaboration with Botucatu's Municipal Culture Department. An after-work arts program at the museum, it offers a convivial mix of visual arts and cultural activities in a characteristic São Paulo venue, inviting visitors to unwind with culture.

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

2026-05-25T00:00:00

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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.

Intervenção de Arte Urbana: Muro do Cemitério de Itirapina

2026-06-27T00:00:00

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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.

Fotografia AGNÈS VARDA Cinema (IMS Paulista)

2026-11-29T00:00:00

São Paulo

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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.

Exposição "Trilhos da Bola"

2026-12-08T00:00:00

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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.

Mooca Judaica Exhibition: Histories and Memories

2027-01-24T12:00:00

Unibes Cultural

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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 Recortes por Cristiano Mascaro

2027-01-25T10:00:00

Unibes Cultural

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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.

Dragon Ball Exhibition at Shopping Light, São Paulo

2027-03-13T09:00:00

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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.

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