We’re telling you here that 2026 is the year of long weekends, especially in Rio de Janeiro. That’s because, in addition to national holidays, some days off only happen in April and only in the Marvelous City. Check out the April holidays in Rio so you can plan ahead!
Holy Week includes an optional day off and a holiday in Rio
Cariocas are already kicking off April with a long weekend! That’s because the first Friday of the month, April 3, is a national holiday commemorating the Passion of Christ, known as Good Friday.
However, in municipal and state government offices, Holy Thursday is an optional holiday, according to a decree published in the Official Gazette.
It’s also worth noting that Easter, celebrated on April 5 this year, is not a holiday, but many manage to take a longer break during this period.
Tiradentes and St. George’s Day holidays in the same week
Did you think the long weekend in April was only at the beginning of the month? Not at all— you still have a chance to string together more days off before the month ends!
That’s because April 21 is Tiradentes Day, which falls on a Tuesday. But April 23 is also a holiday in Rio de Janeiro, in honor of St. George’s Day. In other words, you can relax a bit longer and even enjoy a delicious feijoada on the warrior saint’s feast day!
If you’re in Rio de Janeiro in April…
With a month full of holidays and days off, you can enjoy the Marvelous City with a wide variety of activities!
For those who enjoy a great family outing, Mundo Pixar opens its doors on April 10, and you have the whole month to visit the exhibition and immerse yourself in the universe of your favorite animated characters! Get your ticket here!
Another really cool thing to do in the city is to check out the DroneArt Show, which will light up the city sky with thousands of drones in a perfect choreography of lights and live classical music! The event takes place on April 10 and 11 , and tickets are still available!
Plus, we have the perfect guide to the best things to do in Rio this month. Be sure to check it out here!