Rio is January, but in February there’s Carnival and much more to enjoy in the Marvelous City. So if you’re looking for tips for this month, check out our complete and always up-to-date guide to what to do in February in Rio de Janeiro!
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Carnival
Carnival in Rio de Janeiro
It’s impossible to start the month without talking about the liveliest season of the year, isn’t it?
That’s because Carnival is just around the corner and here we’ve put together a complete guide to Carnival in Rio de Janeiro, with all the tips you need to enjoy it to the fullest !
Exhibitions
Feeling the World – An immersive journey
How do ants see the world? What about flying insects? Have you ever wondered what their perspective is like? That’s what you’ll discover in the exhibition Feel the World, the first of the year at the Museum of Tomorrow.
The multi-sensory exhibition takes the public on an immersive tour ofthe forests, the soil and the dance of insects with olfactory, tactile, visual and sound stimuli .
📌Museum of Tomorrow | Praça Mauá, 1 – Centro
Shows and Live Music
Candlelight Concerts
Candlelight shows are surprising, exciting and always take place in iconic places in Rio de Janeiro. That’s why you can’t miss the Candlelight Concerts!
Check out the schedule for February:Candlelight: Tribute to Nirvana, at the Museum of Tomorrow – February 23; Candlelight: Tribute to Taylor Swift, at the Museum of Tomorrow – February 27; Candlelight: Rock Classics, in Niterói – February 28; and Candlelight: Tribute to Coldplay, in Niterói – February 28.
Candlelight: Os Clássicos do Rock
Candlelight: Tributo a Coldplay
QuiQui Sunset
In São Conrado, there will be a very special event at the QuiQui kiosk.
Set against the beautiful backdrop of Pedra da Gávea, QuiQui Sunset is the perfect way to enjoy the evening by the sea, with lots of good music. On Friday, February 2, actor and musician Mouhamed Harfouch will take the stage from 8pm to 10pm.
Then, on Saturday, February 3, it’s Julio Serrano ‘s turn to take the stage with his Live Set project, which mixes acoustic and electronic elements in an unusual and versatile repertoire. Sunday will close with the sounds of DJs Lukke and Lipe Figueira, who won’t let anyone stand still!
📌Avenida Prefeito Mendes de Morais, s/n (in front of nº 900) – São Conrado Beach
Yemanjá Festival
On Friday, February 2nd, it’s Yemanjá Day and there will be a party at Al Farabi.
The event will feature a free public concert by singer Moyseis Marques, from 6pm to 10pm, singing to the orishas and also MPB classics. In addition, the menu is full of boteco snacks, such as roasted jiló, carne louca and cold beer!
📌Al Farabi Bar e Sebo | Rua do Mercado, 34 – Centro
Eat & Drink
Marguerita time
Pizza fans are going to love this new feature at Ella Pizzaria in Jardim Botânico.
That’s because, from Monday to Thursday , from 5pm to 7pm, everyone who buys any pizza in the house gets another one in the flavor that gives the action its name: “Marguerita Time”. As well as being delicious, Ella’s pizzas are handmade, soft and light. The perfect happy hour!
📌Ella Pizzaria | Rua Pacheco Leão, 102 – Jardim Botânico
Leisure & Entertainment
Paint in the Dark
The creative Paint in the Dark workshop has arrived in Rio de Janeiro to paint the city in neon.
The experience with fluorescent paints and UV lights leads the public to explore their most creative side, while sipping their favorite drink and making new friends. So get your ticket soon to enjoy this unique moment!
Neon Brush: Uma experiência de pintura que brilha no escuro!
The Magic Show
From February 3 to 25, actor and magician Gabriel Montenegro will bring his show A Mágica to Cidade das Artes, in Barra da Tijuca.
The show promises lots of surprises, emotions and more than 30 original magical acts that defy reality. What’s more, the audience is not just a spectator, but an integral part of the show.
📌Cidade das Artes | Avenida das Américas, 5300 – Barra da Tijuca
