Artsy & Creative Events in São Paulo

Cancha Brava! South American Football Exhibition

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 · All day

Museu do Futebol

Art

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.

ARQUITETURA SACRA CONTEMPORÂNEA

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 · All day

Art

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.

Rosa Elena Curruchich: crônicas de Comalapa

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 · All day

MASP - Museu de Arte de São Paulo

Art

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 · All day

MASP - Museu de Arte de São Paulo

Art

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.

Ensaio Aberto: Molihua - Música de Câmara

Fri, 30 Oct 2026 at 07:00

Theatro São Pedro

Music

Open rehearsal and chamber program Molihua, entre poemas e paisagens, at Theatro São Pedro as part of the 2026 chamber season. The open rehearsal is Oct 30 at 10:00, with two recitals on Oct 31 at 20:00 and Nov 1 at 17:00. A refined evening of intimate classical music blending poetry and landscapes in São Paulo.

Sala de vídeo - Edgar Calel

Fri, 30 Oct 2026 · All day

Masp

Art

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.

TRADIÇÃO E MODERNIDADE NA OBRA DE CLAUDIO PASTRO

Fri, 30 Oct 2026

Lecture

This presentation explores tradition and modernity in Cláudio Pastro's sacred art, tracing his 40-year career and his work in over 350 churches. The lecture places his imagery within Brazilian art history and contemporary sacred aesthetics in an engaging, insightful talk.

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

Sun, 15 Nov 2026 · All day

Museu da Língua Portuguesa

Art

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.

Ópera | Conceição Evaristo: Uma Ópera Escrevivência

Thu, 19 Nov 2026

Theatro São Pedro

Theater

The Theatro São Pedro presents Conceição Evaristo: Uma Ópera Escrevivência, with music by Juliana Ripke and text by Conceição Evaristo. An operatic fusion of music and literature exploring escrevivência, blending lyric voice and narrative.

Tattoo Week São Paulo 2026

Fri, 20 Nov 2026 · All day

Expo Center Norte

Festival

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.

Jesús Soto

Thu, 26 Nov 2026 · All day

MASP - Museu de Arte de São Paulo

Art

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.

Manuel Herreros e Mateo Manaure: mi nombre es venezuela

Thu, 26 Nov 2026 · All day

MASP - Museu de Arte de São Paulo

Art

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.

TRANS documentary screening and photo exhibition

Fri, 27 Nov 2026 · All day

Masp

Art

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.

Fotografia AGNÈS VARDA Cinema (IMS Paulista)

Sat, 28 Nov 2026 · All day

São Paulo

Art

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"

Mon, 7 Dec 2026 · All day

Araraquara

Art

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

Sun, 24 Jan 2027 · All day

Unibes Cultural

Art

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

Mon, 25 Jan 2027 · All day

Unibes Cultural

Art

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.

LEBANON HANOVER – São Paulo

Sat, 13 Feb 2027 at 16:00

VIP Station

Music

Lebanon Hanover performs at Vip Station, São Paulo on Feb 13, 2027 at 7:00 PM. A nocturnal electronic/post-punk live show in a chic club setting, with tickets from R$190 (second lot) and R$380 (full), plus a donation option; tickets via the venue site.

Travessia

Wed, 24 Feb 2027 at 06:00

Sesc Belenzinho

Theater

Travessia is a theatre piece directed by Gabriela Mellão, with dramaturgy by Mellão and rooted in collective creation. Staged at Sesc Belenzinho in São Paulo, the production promises a collaborative, contemporary performance blending intimate storytelling with bold stagecraft.

Irmãos Carreto

Thu, 4 Mar 2027 at 07:00

Sesc Vila Mariana

On March 4, 2027, Sesc Vila Mariana in São Paulo hosts Irmãos Carreto, a theatre piece by Trupe Dunavô. This family-friendly performance blends playful storytelling with dynamic stagecraft in an intimate indoor setting. A lively show that invites audiences of all ages to join two brothers on a memorable urban journey.

ABERTO5 Exhibition at Casa Bola, São Paulo

Mon, 8 Mar 2027 · All day

Casa Bola

Art

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.

Exposição gratuita de K-pop na Av. Paulista!

Thu, 11 Mar 2027 · All day

Avenida Paulista, São Paulo

Art

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.

Dragon Ball Exhibition at Shopping Light, São Paulo

Sat, 13 Mar 2027 · All day

Shopping Light

Art

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.

Sou o Outro do Outro — Casa Bradesco

Mon, 15 Mar 2027 · All day

Casa Bradesco, Cidade Matarazzo

Art

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.

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