What to do this weekend in São Paulo? Check out the best plans for October 17 and 18!

Visitors can explore everything from recreations of notable crime scenes to avirtual reality (  ) recreation of aninvestigative office featuring case files and forensic advancements. 

 The tour featuresan audio guide andan interactivevirtual reality experience  that places the audience at the center of an investigation, as well as exploring how these real-life crimes inspirediconic movie villains.

🚫 Rated for ages 16 and up

Note: You mustbring your own headphones to listen to the audio guide on your cell phone. TheVIP ticket   guarantees access to the virtual reality experience; spots for standard tickets are limited on-site

Combining authentic science, cutting-edge technology, and cinematic storytelling, the experience transforms real astronomical data into a space journey where the audience can operate powerful telescopes, feel the vibrations of gigantic solar flares, and even explore exotic exoplanets covered in diamonds.

♿ Accessible venue

How about exploring aninteractive journey that stimulates all the senses with vibrant settings, pillow fights, games, lights, and environments that spark the imagination? The goal ofthis multisensory experience is to trigger the  release ofdopamine, the “happiness hormone,” and provide unforgettable moments for all ages. A must-see tip for enjoying São Paulo this weekend!

The fair brings together artisans from various ethnic groups living in São Paulo, such as the Guarani Mbya, Pataxó, and Terena peoples, who offer items that showcase the richness of their cultures. In addition to generating income for the villages, the event serves as a meeting place whereresidents of São Paulo can exchange knowledge with indigenous communities and learn about their ancestral traditions.

Visitors can find accessories, decorative items, and handicrafts, thereby supporting the communities. It is a contemplative and educational outing that takes place every weekend and on holidays in the city center.

This virtual reality expedition transports the audience directly to the n Egypt of 4,500 years ago! 

The experience allows visitorsto explore the interior of the Great Pyramid of Giza and navigate the Nile, all based on scientific data andhistorical recreations developed in partnership with Harvard University.

The traditional Eastern European Cultural Fair brings the Vila Zelina neighborhood to life, showcasing the best of the cuisine, crafts, and traditional culture from 14 countries, including Ukraine, Romania, Lithuania, and Russia. 

At the fair, visitors can sample authentic delicacies such as Russian vareniki, Lithuanian kugelis, Bulgarian milina, and traditional kvass.

Loosely inspired by Bram Stoker’s classic, the ROOF Collective’s new production offers a contemporary take on the vampire myth, transforming the folkloric figure into a symbol of narcissism, seduction, control, and power dynamics. 

The production shifts the violence and horror from the supernatural realm to the context of everyday human relationships, establishing a direct dialogue with pressing issues such as objectification, abusive relationships, and femicide.

🔞 For ages 18 and up

The exhibition brings together more than 140 original works, including several rare, large-scale pieces never before displayed in the Southern Hemisphere. Spanning 1,200 m², the exhibition invites the public to immerse themselves in the playful universe of vibrant colors, symbols, and organic forms that revolutionized 20th-century modern art.

♿ Accessible venue: space adapted for people with limited mobility and audio description service for the visually impaired

Curated by Antonio Somaini and conceived by the Jeu de Paume art center (Paris), the exhibition features large-scale installations, such as the imposing Calculating Empires, as well as seven time capsules produced exclusively for the São Paulo edition, drawing connections between the history of technology and the Brazilian context.

The exhibition explores profound themes through works ranging from immersive films to installations featuring microorganisms and historical archives, inviting the public to see what today’s technological systems insist on hiding.

Considered the world’s largest open-air movie theater, Open Air Brasil returns to the Jockey Club with a giant 325 m² screen and a must-see lineup. To make the experience complete and comfortable, the venue features lounge chairs, bleachers, and a covered social area 

For 13 days, audiences can enjoy previews, 4K re-releases , children’s films, and Brazilian short films, as well as live concerts and DJ sets to liven up the night.

IMS Paulista is hosting a landmark exhibition that traces the life and work of Laudelina de Campos Mello, a pioneer in the fight for the rights of domestic workers in Brazil and founder of the first union for domestic workers. 

The exhibition draws on a rich collection of photographs, documents, and historical artifacts, placing them in dialogue with works by 40 contemporary artists to reflect on anti-racism, Black unionism, and the right to rest.

♿ Accessible venue | Wheelchairs, elevators, audio recordings of exhibition texts, audio descriptions, and Brazilian Sign Language interpretation available at select events

The project involves group reading and analysis of lyrics alongside the songwriters themselves, exploring the meanings, social contexts, and references in their work.

This special edition features Parteum, MC Hariel, and Rico Dalasam, fostering encounters that connect rap and funk to issues of identity, urban culture, and resistance.

The new exhibition brings together approximately 150 previously unseen drawings, 10 experimental films shown together for the first time, and a sensory installation created using natural materials from the Cerrado and Brazilian forests. 

Curated by Franklin Espath Pedroso, the exhibition spans four decades of Solange Pessoa’s artistic production, inviting the public to immerse themselves in themes related to nature, time, the cycles of life, and the transformation of matter.

♿ Accessible venue

This immersive virtual reality journey invites the public on a spectacular expedition through 3.5 billion years of Earth’s history.

Using cutting-edge technology, visitors are guided by explorer Charlie and her robot on a journey through eight fossil sites, from the depths of the primordial oceans to tropical forests teeming with dinosaurs and giant reptiles. 

♿ Accessible venue | Space adapted for people in wheelchairs

Located in the Central Plaza, this experience features themed areas and interactive games that stimulate children’s imagination and learning. 

Highlights include the Paw Patrol circuit with a command tower and the characters’ vehicles, a scooter track teaching traffic rules, SpongeBob’s illuminated ball pit with an ocean conservation activity, and the challenges of Dora’s Magic Mountain.

Internationally recognized as one of the most thought-provoking voices in contemporary theater, actress and director Janaina Leite is taking over the Capobianco Institute with an intense artistic residency alongside the Núcleo do Olho. 

The public can enjoy four cutting-edge performances—including the award-winning Stabat Mater and the brand-new production A Caixa Preta – Demo Version —, as well as lecture-performances, workshops, and immersive activities. The program boldly navigates the realms of art, pornography, technology, philosophy, and social dynamics, challenging the boundaries between life and the stage.

🔞 For ages 18 and up

The exhibition explores the ancestral roots of Korean music and demonstrates how rituals, sounds, and centuries-old traditions continue to be present in contemporary music videos and dramas. 

Organized in partnership with the National Gugak Center, the exhibition is structured around three thematic strands that explore cosmology, traditional aesthetics, and musical virtuosity, connecting elements of secular art to global pop culture phenomena such as Stray Kids and BTS.

The largest immersive exhibition ever dedicated to Tarsila do Amaral arrives on Paulista Avenue to offer a true sensory journey through the universe of the artist who helped reinvent Brazilian art. 

Spread across more than ten interactive rooms, the experience combines 360-degree projections, a soundtrack, and scents inspired by some 40 iconic works, such as *Abaporu*, *Antropofagia*, *A Cuca*, and *Operários*.

Organized by the USP Museum of Zoology (MZUSP) in partnership with SVMA, this cultural exhibition offers an interactive and educational look at the wildlife that inhabits the city of São Paulo. 

The exhibition promotes appreciation for urban wildlife through activities for all ages, including lectures and bird-watching activities at the “Come Birdwatching” and enriching learning experiences. The event combines learning, environmental awareness, and entertainment in the heart of Paulista Avenue.

Now in its fifth edition, the São Paulo Food Film Fest brings together cinema, gastronomy, and food in a free cultural and sensory experience. 

The festival takes place at venues such as Reserva Cultural, the São Paulo Cultural Center, and various CEUs in the Spcine Circuit, offering the public film screenings, panel discussions, and tastings of dishes inspired by the movies.

The lineup features major acts such as Tierry, Zeza dos Teclados, Raquel dos Teclados, and Banda Encantus, as well as cultural performances, workshops, parades, and the Open-Air Tourism Museum. 

During the event, visitors can sample traditional dishes like acarajé, cartola, and rubacão at free tastings, as well as enjoy classic delicacies at the on-site restaurants, such as baião de dois, buchada de bode, and carne de sol with macaxeira.

This natural phenomenon, which adds color to the park during the driest months of the year, features four varieties of the plant (purple, pink, yellow, and white) that bloom at different times. 

At the end of June, the purple ball-shaped ipê kicks off the season, creating the perfect setting for walks, photos, and a picnic beneath the carpet of flowers that forms on the ground. Since each tree’s bloom lasts only a few days, a visit right away is a must.

The permanent open-air exhibition features approximately 32 sculptures from the prestigious collection of the Pinacoteca de São Paulo. 

Strolling along the historic paths allows visitors to admire works by great names in the visual arts, such as Victor Brecheret and Amílcar de Castro. 

Recently redesigned, the space has expanded the representation of women artists and, for the first time, included works by artists such as Denilson Baniwa and Nádia Taquary, strengthening the representation of Black and Indigenous voices in Brazilian sculpture.

The film series, organized by Cine na Praça in partnership with Cine Phenomena, features 15 horror films divided into five engaging themes: Blades in the Dark, Children & Monsters, Cursed Literature, Possessed Bodies, and ’80s Horror. 

Before each screening, the audience can participate in an Open Mic to share their own scary stories.

The event also features the distribution of treats and an unmissable closing with a screening of the classic “The World of Jack,” accompanied by a lively horror costume contest.

In this tour focused on the iconic “Mercadão, ” participants take a guided walk to explore the 1933 architecture ( designed by the Ramos de Azevedo firm), the curiosities of the aisles filled with spices, and the culinary fame of the mezzanine, where the mortadella sandwich and codfish pastry reign supreme.

Using colorful felt pieces on a carpeted wall, visitors of all ages—especially young children—can freely create their own compositions.

In addition to the installation, the museum has prepared a special summer program throughout July, featuring drawing workshops, optical toys, and educational tours at Pina Luz and Pina Contemporânea.

♿ Accessible venue | Audio description and videos with Brazilian Sign Language (Libras) interpretation available

Itaú Cultural has put together a special program packed with activities for children and families, including art workshops, storytelling, culinary experiences, and theater. 

Highlights include the Cultural Menu – Winter Flavors at Bulevar do Rádio, observational drawing and embroidery workshops, the storytelling event “Planting Tales: Indigenous Stories of the Atlantic Forest” , and the run of the theatrical-poetic performance The Snake’s Yawn. 

♿ Accessible venue: space adapted for people with physical disabilities, and the entire program is accessible in Brazilian Sign Language (Libras)

The exhibition brings together works by Brazilian and international artists that encourage free play and sensory exploration. Among the highlights are an installation that allows visitors to draw freely on the museum floor and a space with sandboxes, hills, and tunnels designed especially for young children to explore. 

In addition, the exhibition addresses complex themes and children’s emotions in a playful and accessible way through art.

The Book Club is hosting five in-person sessions at Sesc Belenzinho dedicated to Latin American women authors who blend magical realism with a strong sense of cultural and political resistance. 

Moderated by Zil Pimentel, the program explores works from Brazil, Peru, Chile, Ecuador, and Mexico, offering opportunities for exchange, discovery, and reflection on the identity and history of our continent. 

🔞 For ages 18 and up

The exhibition explores Japan’s rich culture of color, starting with white (shiro), revealing its symbolism and shades through four central elements: paper, silk, snow, and salt. 

Curated by Natasha Barzaghi Geenen, the exhibition features impressive installations, such as the three-meter-long cut-paper work by artist Ayumi Shibata. It also showcases the traditional paper-making processes Kurotani Washi.

Embark on an immersive adventure with“ ” Virtual Reality (VR)! Explore the legendary Inca citadel of Machu Picchu, climbing the peaks of the Andes, walking through the Temple of the Sun, and uncovering the secrets of this Modern Wonder of the World—all without leaving São Paulo. The experience uses high-tech 3D modeling for a unique and limitless recreation!

The good news is that, during Carnival, tickets for “Machu Picchu: Journey to the Lost City” are 20% off. Take advantage of the holiday to explore Inca history like never before!

As part of the Children’s Month celebrations and the “Diversão em Cena” program, the show combines Carlo Collodi’s classic with the aesthetics and richness of Cordel literature. 

Featuring Northeastern Brazilian rhythms such as ciranda, coco de roda, and frevo, original songs, and playful language, the play explores Pinocchio’s journey of learning while offering reflections on social realities and fake news. 

♿ Venue accessible in Brazilian Sign Language (Libras)

Did you know that the Ipiranga Museum is the oldest in São Paulo? With a history spanning 130 years, it tells various stories of Brazil through works of art, documents, and period artifacts. How about setting aside a day this weekend to visit it (or revisit it)?

Audiences will be able to enjoy award-winning films, discussions with filmmakers, and virtual reality screenings, in addition to the traditional “second-chance” lineup.

Among the highlights of the program are the Brazilian feature film I Built a Rocket, I Imagine You Were Coming, the biopic *If Not Me, Who Will Make You Happy?* about the singer Chorão, and the American drama The Other Side of Social Media and several screenings followed by discussions with the filmmakers.

The event brings together more than 30 exhibitors specializing in offering 100% safe options for people with celiac disease, gluten sensitivity, or other dietary restrictions. 

There, visitors can sample and purchase breads, pasta, cookies, savory snacks, sweets, and frozen foods, as well as lactose-free, sugar-free, and vegan alternatives.

This extension of the renowned festival brings acclaimed productions from the national and international scenes to SESC’s São Paulo locations. 

The program includes acclaimed productions such as the Spanish play Seppuku: Mishima’s Funeral or The Pleasure of Dying, the playful children’s and youth production “Surrealist Grandma”, as well as the plays Casa do Norte and the drag version of the classic Macbeth.

More information here.

Loosely based on the best-selling book by psychoanalyst and writer Ana Suy, the show marks actor Johnny Massaro’s solo stage debut. 

The production transforms psychoanalysis into a delicate and humorous theatrical narrative. In the story, the audience follows a tour guide on a guided tour of the human heart itself, moving between the expectations of the beginning of a romance and the unfolding of a relationship’s end.

Celebrating Luis Fernando Verissimo’s 90th birthday, the exhibition opens to the public for the first time with a never-before-seen collection of over 300 items. 

The exhibition features drawings, cartoons, original book illustrations, childhood notebooks, family photos , and the author’s personal belongings, as well as interactive installations that bring to life iconic characters such as the Analyst from Bagé and the Snakes, alongside a space dedicated to his passion for jazz.

Nacional Kart has arrived on the sixth floor of Morumbi Town Shopping, a venue with tracks designed for both adults and children. 

The experience offers 20-minute races in modern, safe karts.

🚫 Children at least 1.25m tall can participate on the kids’ track; on the adult track, participants must be at least 12 years old and at least 1.55m tall

An unforgettable adventure brimming with imagination to take the little ones on during family outings. Shopping Granja Vianna is home to Jurassic Land, a one-of-a-kind theme park inspired by the prehistoric era. 

The space features a giant ball pit, obstacle courses, and various slides in a completely playful and safe environment.

In celebration of Teachers’ Day, the Assis Chateaubriand Museum of Art of São Paulo is offering a special program with free admission to its renowned exhibitions and collection. 

This offer is available all weekend for educators, allowing teachers to take advantage of the benefit from Thursday through Sunday by presenting proof of employment at the on-site ticket office.

IMS Paulista celebrates the centennial of the Portuguese-Brazilian artist Fernando Lemos with the exhibition “The More I Desire, the More I Invent What I See, ” bringing together approximately 400 works, including photographs, drawings, paintings, poetry, and graphic designs. 

The exhibition traces more than 70 years of the surrealist artist’s work and his advocacy for democracy.

The experience invites children to explore four themed ecosystems: Pet Forest, Pet Cuddly, Pet Aquatic, and Pet Fantastic, where they can build and care for their own little animals using thousands of colorful pieces. 

The space also features the LEGO® DUPLO Area, designed especially for children ages 18 months to 4 years.

Donna Pinha Restaurant opens its doors to celebrate the arrival of spring with its traditional Artichoke Festival, led by Chef Anouk Migotto. 

Guests can enjoy more than 15 signature dishes that highlight the season’s star ingredient. The highlight of this edition is the launch of the commemorative “Artichoke 25 Years” dish, served on a “Prato da Boa Lembrança” plate — a hand-painted ceramic piece to take home.

The Arte em Construção Cultural Center, home to the Pombas Urbanas Institute on the outskirts of the East Zone, is now accepting registrations for the Children’s Ballet Workshop taught by Ju Rodrigues. 

This free activity invites children to explore dance in a lighthearted and playful way, fostering motor coordination, creativity, and physical expression.

The A Estufa gallery is hosting Leo Laniado’s solo exhibition “In and Around, ” which brings together paintings and sculptures created between 2018 and 2026. 

Curated by Karina Machado and the artist himself, the exhibition features figures, landscapes, and symbols that navigate the realms of memory, displacement, and belonging, challenging the audience with images that oscillate between familiarity and strangeness.

The Jurassic World Exhibition transforms your visit into a true journey through time, featuring impressive life-size dinosaur replicas scattered throughout the event plaza and hallways. 

Equipped with sound effects and realistic movements, the sculptures include famous species such as the giant Tyrannosaurus Rex, Triceratops, Spinosaurus, and Velociraptor, as well as interactive displays with eggs for photos and educational panels full of prehistoric trivia.

Sesc Bom Retiro presents a multicultural program packed with circus experiences, African board games, art workshops , theatrical performances, and major musical shows that celebrate Afro-Brazilian culture for the whole family. 

♿ Accessible venue (parking for people with disabilities and Brazilian Sign Language interpretation for selected performances and discussion panels)

West Plaza Mall transforms its Food Court into an interactive space for intergenerational bonding with the “Family Fun” project. 

Led by experienced instructors, the event offers traditional pastimes and creative challenges, including board games, hopscotch, Twister, building blocks, and puzzles to bring parents, children, and grandparents together in a relaxed setting. 

The São Paulo City Government’s Department of Culture and Creative Economy is hosting Viradinha with a free Brazilian-style Halloween program, celebrating Children’s Month by replacing classic foreign monsters with icons and legends from our folklore. 

Spanning various municipal cultural venues, the event features playful and theatrical performances such as the storytelling show “Conte outra vez” (featuring the Amazonian monster Mapinguari), the play “Monstrengos e Arremedos,” the production “O caminho dos tambores,” the play “Elagalinha,” and the guided “ Walking Tour Kids” through the Historic Center.

On October 11, the fun-filled “Children’s Month and Halloween Special” edition combines stories, fun facts, and elements of fantasy in a lighthearted and interactive tour. 

On October 25, the standard tour highlights the architecture and stories that define São Paulo’s identity, making it an excellent option for all ages.

Farol Santander ’s new exhibition invites the public to explore the fascination with miniatures through an immersive experience that brings together popular toys, ritual objects, and collections from various eras. 

The exhibition features interactive optical illusion installations and showcases scaled-down works by 21 renowned Brazilian artists, including Leonilson, Lina Bo Bardi, and Arnaldo Antunes. 

This immersive and sensory exhibition pays tribute to the legacy of the “Queen of Sorrow” through personal items, costumes, previously unseen footage, 360° rooms, and audiovisual installations inspired by her greatest hits, such as “Infiel”, *Eu Sei de Cor* , and “Todos os Cantos”.

The exhibition invites visitors to delve into her origins, her creative process, the behind-the-scenes of her career, and the deep bond she has built with her fans.

The festival offers a packed schedule featuring panel discussions with international guests, autograph sessions, Meet & Greets, cosplay contests, as well as spooky attractions, music, film, literature, and exhibitors with exclusive products.