How about being a tourist in your own city and enjoying what it has to offer?
There’s always something new to discover in São Paulo and a never-ending array of exhibitions. That’s why we’ve selected a few outings for you to enjoy this All Souls’ Day holiday without having to hit the road.
Watch one of the films at the São Paulo International Film Festival
Audiences can enjoy children’s and youth films, as well as national and international animated films that explore fantasy, family relationships, and folklore, with director and cast introductions before several screenings.
In addition to the in-person program at the institution’s theater, the free streaming platform Itaú Cultural Play is showing the documentary *Welcome to São Paulo*, featuring various filmmakers’ perspectives on the state capital.
📅 October 15–30
🕓 Monday through Friday, from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m.
🎫 Free
📍Itaú Cultural Theater and Itaú Cultural Play Platform: Avenida Paulista, 149 – Bela Vista
Or visit the Toni Venturi Film Exhibition at MIS
The festival pays tribute to the remarkable career of São Paulo filmmaker Toni Venturi with the screening of 15 productions, including award-winning feature films, historical documentaries, and documentary episodes.
In addition to the screenings on the big screen, the experience features intimate concerts by singer Fernanda Porto and enriching discussions with leading figures from culture and society, such as Drauzio Varella, Rita Cadillac, Jonas Bloch, and Tata Amaral.
📅 October 27–November 7
🕓 Tuesday through Sunday (MIS) and Monday through Saturday (CPC-UMES), from 2:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. (according to each session’s schedule)
🎫 Free
📍 MIS – Museum of Image and Sound: Avenida Europa, 158 – Jardim Europa
📍Denoy de Oliveira Cinema-Theater (CPC-UMES): Rua Rui Barbosa, 323 – Bela Vista
Haunt the city at the Zombie Walk SP 2026
A traditional urban event that livens up the All Souls’ Day holiday in São Paulo, the Zombie Walk celebrates its 20th anniversary by bringing together thousands of costumed participants in a fun and spooky procession through the city center.
Open to the public and requiring no prior registration, the event invites horror enthusiasts, families, and the curious to go all out with themed makeup and costumes to enjoy this collective outdoor experience.
📅 November 2
🕓 Monday, from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. (meet at 2:00 p.m. and walk starts at 5:00 p.m.)
🎫 Free
📍 Franklin Roosevelt Square: Praça Roosevelt, s/n – Consolação
Check out the exhibition “Just the Wind” at the Cerejeiras Cemetery
The Parque das Cerejeiras Memorial Cemetery breaks new ground by transforming into an open-air art space with the exhibition “Apenas o vento” (“Just the Wind”), which brings together works by 20 artists spread across more than 300,000 m² of green space.
On a contemplative journey through reforestation areas, an orchid garden, and a stingless bee sanctuary, visitors discover site-specific sculptures, paintings, and installations that blend nature, memory, and contemporary art, bringing together established names in the art world with talents from the local community itself.
📅October 24 through January 31, 2027, from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
🎫 Free
📍 Parque das Cerejeiras Memorial Cemetery: Avenida Parque das Cerejeiras, 300 – Jardim Ângela
Visit the exhibition “Solange Pessoa: Other Scales. Drawings, Films, and Installation”
In its final days, the exhibition brings together around 150 previously unseen drawings, 10 experimental films, and a striking sensory installation by the acclaimed Minas Gerais-based artist Solange Pessoa.
Spread across three floors of the institution, the exhibition connects visitors to nature, the body, and the cycles of life through textures, sounds, and organic elements such as charcoal, clay, and annatto, offering an unmissable overview of one of the great voices of contemporary Brazilian art.
📅 October 27–November 1
🕓 Tuesday through Saturday, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Sundays and holidays, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
🎫 Free
📍 Itaú Cultural: Avenida Paulista, 149 – Bela Vista
Check out the Día de Muertos Festival at the Memorial da América Latina
Considered the largest Mexican festival in Brazil, the event takes over the Memorial da América Latina with three days dedicated to the colors, flavors, and traditions of the Day of the Dead.
The family-friendly program brings together the best of traditional cuisine, folkloric performances, music, and traditional altars in a festive and welcoming atmosphere—ideal for strolling with friends and your pet while celebrating Mexico’s rich culture.
📅 October 31–November 2
🕓 Saturday, Sunday, and Monday, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
🎫 Free
📍 Latin American Memorial: Avenida Mário de Andrade, 664 – Barra Funda
How about a special Halloween screening: Who’s Afraid of the Dark?
Hosted by Marcelo Rubinho at the dome of the Ibirapuera Planetarium, the presentation unravels the mysteries of the universe’s darkest regions—such as black holes, planets without starlight, and ancient myths that link darkness to fear—combining science, suspense, mythology, and a few scares perfectly suited to the thematic atmosphere.
In addition to the main Halloween attraction, the venue also features screenings for the whole family throughout the period, including children’s shows such as “O Show da Luna.”
📅 October 30–November 2
🕓 Friday, Saturday, and Monday, from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. (according to the specific times for each screening)
🎫 Starting at R$ 18.00
📍 Ibirapuera Planetarium: Ibirapuera Park (Avenida Pedro Álvares Cabral, s/n) – Vila Mariana
Did you know you can see the ocean without leaving the capital? Discover Serra do Mar State Park
Beyond all its natural beauty, one of the park’s main attractions is the trail that leads to the only stretch of São Paulo that lies at sea level, from where you can see some cities along the southern coast.
Nōsu: Japanese cuisine and impressive architecture in São Paulo’s North Zone
Founded in 2016, Nōsu is one of the most beautiful restaurants in the Santana neighborhood, in São Paulo’s North Zone. The restaurant offers haute cuisine featuring Japanese cuisine, with sushi and sashimi prepared in a unique style.
