You blinked and the year is almost over, didn’t you? But that doesn’t mean leaving all your plans for 2026. There’s still plenty to do in São Paulo in December! That’s why we’ve selected some of the best ideas for you to enjoy the month during the Christmas season.
Editor’s note: We’ll be updating this list until the beginning of December, so stay tuned so you don’t miss anything new!
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Christmas special
Candlelight Christmas Special: The Nutcracker and more!
This December, São Paulo is hosting a very special concert to celebrate the end of the year. In a magical and engaging way, the Candlelight concert will bring the most beautiful Christmas classics, from the Nutcracker to movie soundtracks, surrounded by a sublime sea of candles. Don’t miss it!
📅 20 e 21/12
🎫 From R$ 65
📍 MASP: Avenida Paulista, 1578 – Bela Vista
Christmas attractions around the city
We’ve put together a guide to the main Christmas attractions in São Paulo. After all, the most special night of the year is just under two months away, and we’re super excited about the festive season!
What to do in December in São Paulo: paid plans
Gluten-Free Fair
The next edition of the Gluten-Free Fair will be in December, offering celiacs and people with other dietary restrictions the opportunity to enjoy a variety of delicious foods ! Pizzas, pastas, breads and sweets are some of the options on the menu, all gluten-free, of course. What’s more, it’s a chance to buy Christmas-themed products. Enjoy!
📅 13/12
🕓 10am to 6pm
🎫 From R$14
📍 Centro de Eventos São Luís: Rua Luís Coelho, 323 – Consolação
Gimme Gimme Disco São Paulo
This party transports the public directly to the golden age of Disco Music! The dance floor will be under the command of a DJ who, inspired by ABBA, Bee Gees and other big names, will play the best classics from the 70s and 80s. Feel free to wear your most exuberant outfit!
📅 05/12
🕓 19h
🎫 From R$70, available here
🔞 Over 18s
📍 Rua Luís Murat, 370 – Pinheiros
Dopamine Land
Embark on a journey through ten immersive rooms that encourage disconnection from screens and reconnection with the present and the senses. With playful environments such as pillow wars, a ball pond and a digital forest, the experience offers fun for all ages!
📅 Various dates!
🎫 From R$ 45, available here
📍 Shopping Eldorado: Avenida Rebouças, 3970 – Pinheiros
Titanic: An Immersive Journey
Get to know the details of the legendary Titanic in this exhibition that recreates the ship’s staircases, restaurant, lifeboats and other environments. With more than 300 real artifacts and virtual reality experiences, “Titanic: An Immersive Journey” takes you on a journey through the history, luxury and mystery of the ocean liner.
📅 Various dates!
🎫 From R$ 45, available here
📍 Shopping Eldorado: Avenida Rebouças, 3970 – Pinheiros
Dining in the Dark: Blind Dining
Take your dining experience to another level! By covering your eyes while enjoying an exquisite menu, you’ll find that your other senses awaken to new sensations. The staff is fully trained to guide you through this experience, which will provide fun and memorable moments. Ideal for your next romantic date!
📅 05 e 12/12
🕓 20h
🎫 From R$200 available here
📍 Pullman Vila Olímpia: Rua Olimpíadas, 205 – Vila Olímpia
What to do in December in São Paulo: free plans
Science Film Festival (SFF Brasil)
In December, São Paulo will host the largest international festival of science, technology and environmental films. There will be free screenings of 53 films from 22 different countries in cultural centers and schools, with an emphasis on films aimed at children.
📅 Until 20/12
🎫 Free of charge
📍 Various venues, check the list here
VegFest
The vegetarian festival is in its 12th edition. Between talks and an exhibitors’ fair, visitors will be able to immerse themselves in the universe of the food system and delve into the activism surrounding this noble cause. If you’re vegetarian, vegan or curious, it’ s worth a visit.
📅 04 a 07/12
🎟️ Free
📍 Expo Center Norte: Rua José Bernardo Pinto, 333 – Vila Guilherme
