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Welcome to the Next Stop: Brazil Blog
Here you'll find curated travel itineraries for some of Brazil's best travel destinations, guides for visiting the best tourist attractions, and my personal food & accommodation recommendations. Feeling more adventurous? Find guides to help you get off the beaten path and discover some of Brazil's best hidden gems.


Everything you need to know about attending Web Summit Rio de Janeiro, 2026
Web Summit Rio will be held in June 2026 at Riocentro in Rio de Janeiro . The event will bring together more than 30,000 participants, including entrepreneurs, investors, media representatives and international leaders. It is part of the global Web Summit series, which also includes Web Summit Lisbon, Web Summit Qatar in Doha, Web Summit Vancouver in Canada and RISE in Asia. Described by Globo as “the world’s largest technology event”, Web Summit Rio is where the global tech
Oct 17


Nightlife guide: The best parties in Morro de Sao Paulo
Morro de Sao Paulo , located on Tinharé Island in Bahia , Brazil, has a nightlife scene that combines local culture with live music and...
Oct 14


What is the Cirio de Nazare in Belem? Brazil's largest Catholic event
Círio de Nazaré (The Taper of Our Lady of Nazareth), is a Roman Catholic religious event held annually in Belém , the capital of the...
Sep 14


Everything you need to know about attending Rio Innovation Week in 2025
Rio Innovation Week, held annually since 2021 in Rio de Janeiro , is set to be the largest global conference on technology and...
Aug 5


Festa do Peao de Barretos 2025: Brazil's Cowboy Festival
The Festa do Peao de Barretos , Latin America's largest and most iconic rodeo festival, is set to celebrate its 70th edition from 21-31...
Jul 17


What to Expect from COP30: The 2025 United Nations Climate Change Conference in Belem, Brazil
The 30th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30) will take place from 10 to 21 November 2025 in Belem, in the state of Pará ,...
Jul 4


Dua Lipa’s 2025 concert in Brazil: Venues, Tickets, and what to expect from the Radical Optimism Tour
Global pop icon Dua Lipa is officially bringing her Radical Optimism Tour to Brazil in November 2025, as part of the highly anticipated...
Jun 22


Complete guide to attending The Town Music Festival: Sao Paulo 2025
The Town by Rock in Rio is back in Sao Paulo for its second unforgettable edition. Organised by the creators of Rock in Rio , this...
Jun 21


What is the Garanhuns Winter Festival (Festival de Inverno de Garanhuns) in Brazil
The Garanhuns Winter Festival (Festival de Inverno de Garanhuns) is one of Brazil's most celebrated cultural events, drawing artists,...
Jun 16


The Festa Literária Internacional de Paraty (FLIP) 2025: Brazil's biggest literary festival
The Festa Literária Internacional de Paraty (FLIP), the annual international literary festival held in Paraty each year, is one of...
Jun 10


Everything you need to know about Bad Bunny’s Concert in Brazil: DebÍ Tirar Más Fotos World Tour
Global music sensation Bad Bunny is officially bringing his highly anticipated "DeBÍ TIRAR MáS FOToS World Tour" to Brazil in 2026. Known for breaking records and redefining the global perception of Latin music, Bad Bunny is set to make history once again — this time in São Paulo . Here’s everything you need to know about the Bad Bunny concert in Brazil, including dates, venue, how to buy tickets, and more. Don't have tickets yet? Tickets are still available for both dates
Jun 3


Carnival Tickets on sale 19 October 2025: The Sambadrome Parade at Rio Carnival 2026
Planning to experience the magic of Rio Carnival in 2026? Don’t miss your chance to secure the highly sought-after tickets for the Sambadrome Parade. The first tickets went on sale on 3 June 2025 and are sold out within just a few days. The next round of tickets will be released on 19 October 2025. When booked directly through Ticketmaster Brazil , the official ticketing partner, this is your best opportunity to lock in authentic access at the best price. Avoid the inflated
May 28


Curitiba, Brazil Set to Host South America's First-Ever IFSC Climbing World Cup
From May 16 to 18, 2025, the city of Curitiba , Brazil, will make history by hosting the first-ever International Federation of Sport...
May 15


Everything you need to know about attending the Sao Paulo Pride Parade, 2025
Launched in 1997 by the Associação da Parada do Orgulho GLBT de São Paulo (APOGLBT-SP), the Sao Paulo Pride Parade has grown from a...
May 10


The Parintins Folklore Festival 2025: Amazonian Folklore and the legend of Bumba Meu Boi
The Parintins Folklore Festival (Festival Folclórico de Parintins), also known as the Boi-Bumbá Festival, is one of Brazil’s most unique...
May 8


What is Festa Junina: Brazil’s annual harvest festival celebration
Festa Junina (June Festival), or São João, is a Brazilian festival celebrated in June, honoring the Catholic feast days of Saint Anthony,...
May 2


How to celebrate Festa do Divino Espirito Santo in Paraty & Sao Luis, Brazil
Festa do Divino Espirito Santo, or the Festival of the Holy Spirit, is one of Brazil's most cherished religious celebrations. Rooted in...
Apr 23


Itacare Daily Nightlife Guide: Where to Go Out in Itacare, Brazil
Itacaré , located in the state of Bahia in Brazil, is the small beach town that has it all. It has beautiful palm-tree lined beaches,...
Apr 16


What is Semana Santa (Holy Week) and how do Brazilians celebrate Easter?
Semana Santa, or Holy Week, is one of the most significant religious observances in Christian countries, commemorating the final days of...
Mar 19


How to buy Rio Carnival Tickets, 2026: The Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí
UPDATE: Arquibancada Tickets go on sale 19 October 2025, and will sell out FAST. Tickets are only R$200- R$230 if booked through Ticketmaster Brazil - the official site for Sambadrome tickets. Book your Sambadrome Tickets for 2026 NOW! *Carnaval Passaporte tickets (3 day tickets) and Sambista (1 day tickets) went on sale in June and are already sold out The Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí, commonly known as the Sambadrome, is a purpose-built parade area in Rio de Janeiro, Bra
Mar 13
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