Carnival, free festival, and exhibitions: discover the surprises that will make February the most exciting month in São Paulo

They say that in Brazil, the year only begins afterCarnival. If you’re counting down the days to theholiday, stay tuned, because soon we’ll be bringing you ourtraditional Carnival list with the best blocos in the city!

Celebrating the anniversary of one of the most widely read works in the world, this exhibition at MIS Experience offers a poetic immersion into the universe of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry! Youwill feel like you are inside the work in a room with 360° projections that recreate the watercolors and passages from the book, and you will be able to see manuscripts and curiosities about the author’s life as a pilot up close. It’s a must-see for avid readers, couples, and families who still don’t know what to do in February in São Paulo!

If you’re not much of a Carnival fan, don’t worry: there are plenty ofcultural attractions to enjoy in the city during the long weekend. Check out our guide to ideas forescaping the revelry in the capital of São Pauloin this article, with exhibitions, nature walks, and more!

The first edition of Cinema Week 2026 is coming, giving your budget a break and guaranteeing another outing in February. For seven days, movie theaters throughout the city of São Paulo and the metropolitan area will offer promotional tickets for R$ 10 or R$ 12, as well as concession combos. Chains such as Cinemark, Cinépolis, UCI, and Cinesystem are participating in the initiative, in addition to several independent movie theaters in São Paulo.

In Brazil, the New Year has already passed. But for many Asian countries, the date is yet to come! In February, the Zu Lai Temple, in Greater São Paulo, hosts an iconic Lunar New Year celebration. Take advantage of the date to learn more about the ancient culture of East Asia, with typical foods, martial arts performances, and origami workshops, as well as the famous lion and dragon dance parade. Free admission.

The show combines contemporary dance, music, and technology in a reinterpretation of Carl Orff’s cantata. The Vortice Dance Company’s production uses video mapping to expand the scene beyond the stage, creating a visual journey that explores themes such as destiny and human vulnerability. It’s an unmissable opportunity to enjoy February in São Paulo with an international artistic standard!

This children’s musical brings the world of K-Pop to the stage, telling the story of three friends whose voices have magical powers to protect the planet. Mixing choreography, humor, and musical battles, the show is a great option for enjoying São Paulo in February with the family.

Don’t miss the chance to experience one of the largest Jurassic exhibitions in the world! Dinos Alive features dozens of life-size dinosaur statues that move and make sounds, as well as virtual reality technology, a virtual aquarium with prehistoric sea creatures, and interactive environments where children can play paleontologists.

♿ Wheelchair accessible location

The city’s most iconic temple comes to life with a 360° video mapping show! LUMINISCENCE tells the story of neo-Gothic architecture and the construction of the Sé Cathedral, creating an atmosphere of spirituality and contemplation. It’s a great way to see São Paulo in February, rediscovering one of its most iconic monuments through lights and sounds.

Although the capital gets (almost) all the fame,the interior of São Paulo also has excellent options for your Carnival. Fromhistoric cities with popular festivitiesto parties withcentury-old marchinhas! Ifyou want to try a different holiday, check out thebest destinations to celebrate Carnival in the interior.

In February, how about enjoying a beautiful candlelit show? The month begins with another special selection of Candlelight Concerts, paying tribute to everything from rock classics to the best of bossa nova. It’s your chance to enjoy your favorite songs in a totally new and immersive way, performed by a classical orchestra, surrounded by a sublime sea of candles.

In addition, the big event of the month will be Candlelight: The Best of Bridgerton, in honor of one of today’s most beloved series. Be sure to listen to the best hits from the series at this special concert!

Inspired by real events, the show delves into the contemporary phenomena of cancellation and manipulation of the truth. The plot follows the tension between a journalist, a manual laborer, and a supermarket manager after a tragic incident, prompting reflections on prejudice and the destructive power of virtual judgments.

♿ Accessible location

In this unprecedented exhibition in São Paulo, visitors can immerse themselves in the legacy of one of the greatest icons of Brazilian rock. “Cazuza Exagerado” features nine themed rooms that cover the artist’s youth to the height of his career, revealing personal objects, manuscripts, and unpublished records in an exciting sensory journey.

Say goodbye to screens and enjoy an immersive, multisensory experience in February in São Paulo! “Dopamine Land” is designed to stimulate happiness in visitors of all ages, with pillow fights, a ball pit with sunset projections, and a digital forest.

If you want to dance to the greatest hits of the 70s and 80s, this party is the perfect outing for February! Inspired by ABBA and the icons of disco music, “Gimme Gimme Disco” features a live DJ mixing classics that will get everyone on their feet. It’s your chance to wear shiny outfits and bell-bottom pants, celebrating the contagious energy of the dance floors of yesteryear.

🔞 For ages 18 and up

The long-term exhibition at the Bardi Institute pays tribute to popular art, especially the textiles of our country. In it, you will see everyday objects, from ceramics to toys.

Let the delicious menu of this dinner reach a new level of flavor. By dispensing with sight, your taste and smell will experience new sensations. This plan for February is perfect if you are looking for something original or an alternative to surprise your company!

Embark on the most famous ocean liner in history through impressive settings, such as the staircase and luxurious cabins! “Titanic: An Immersive Journey” brings together more than 300 real artifacts and uses virtual reality to recount recent research advances about the ship, detailing the glamour and tragedy of the 1912 vessel.

Take a virtual reality expedition through Ancient Egypt, exploring forbidden corridors of the pyramids and witnessing the funeral of King Cheops. Developed in collaboration with Harvard Egyptologists, the life-size experience is educational and interactive, making it an excellent leisure option to enjoy São Paulo with your family in February.

🧒🏼 Minimum age: 8 years old
♿ Accessible location for people with reduced mobility

Narrated by actor Terry Crews, this virtual reality experience takes the audience to the heart of the Inca Empire in the Andes. Through aerial images captured by drones, visitors can explore the Temple of the Sun and the agricultural terraces in an impressive way, discovering historical secrets of this Wonder of the Modern World.

🧒🏼 Minimum age: 10 years old
♿ Accessible location for people with reduced mobility

Still in the holiday spirit, in February, the SESCs of São Paulo host the 31st edition of their summer festival. Visitors can enjoy a variety of free cultural activities, such as open classes, meetings with athletes, and more.

Did you know that the largest museum in São Paulo has two days of free admission? So , you can take advantage of the month of February to visit some of the world’s great masterpieces without spending anything! Just visit the museum on Tuesdays at any time, or on Fridays from 6 p.m.

The Memorial da Resistência hosts the last open rehearsals of the iconic Afro street band, which for more than two decades has been celebrating African culture with a focus on the role of black women. Free admission.

The festival celebrates musical diversity in its artistic and academic aspects, bringing together talents from ECA-USP and OSUSP. It will be a rich encounter between students and teachers, with high-quality performances in an environment of cultural exchange.

How about taking advantage of February to visit São Paulo’s new park? Fazenda da Juta brings together 122,000 square meters of nature, with several species of native trees and walkways for contemplating the landscape.

On the occasion of São Paulo’s anniversary, some of the city’s most beloved establishments have joined forces in a special initiative. Until February 4, Patties is teaming up with Bar do Mané, Bar e Lanches Estadão, and Ponto Chic to offer reinterpretations of classic São Paulo sandwiches. Enjoy them before they’re gone!

The Teatrando project is back to entertain children with shows that mix classic fairy tales and contemporary narratives. At “Palco Encantado” (Enchanted Stage), families can enjoy plays such as A Garota da Torre (The Girl in the Tower), O Espelho Mágico (The Magic Mirror), and João e Maria(Hansel and Gretel), all with free admission.