Thu 01 Apr 2010
- Fri 30 Apr 2010Date to be confirmed Rio de Janeiro
At the start of Holy Week there are religious processions, ceremonies and masses held all over Brazil, and especially in Rio.
Sat 01 May 2010
- Mon 31 May 2010Date to be confirmed Rio de Janeiro
Latin America's biggest boat show brings a nautical air to the city, with new models on show from boat builders near and far.
Tue 01 Jun 2010
- Wed 30 Jun 2010Date to be confirmed Rio de Janeiro
This Latin American Festival of Cinema and Video takes place in Rio de Janeiro with a parallel event running in the capital, Brasilia.
Tue 01 Jun 2010
- Wed 30 Jun 2010Date to be confirmed Rio de Janeiro
The Rio Marathon has a somewhat chequered history - it has been cancelled in the past because of sponsorship problems - but when it happens, it is spectacular.
Thu 01 Jul 2010
- Sat 31 Jul 2010Date to be confirmed Rio de Janeiro
The world of cartoons and animations are brought to the screens of Rio (and also to some in Sao Paulo) for this popular event which attracts close to 100,000 movie fans.
Wed 20 Jan 2010
Rio de Janeiro
Sebastian (Sao Sebastiao) is the patron saint of the city of Rio and, on his day, festivities are held to celebrate the anniversary of the city.
Fri 01 Jul 2011
- Sun 31 Jul 2011 Rio de Janeiro
Run along similar lines to the Olympic Games but limited to countries from within The Americas and Caribbean, the Pan American Games come to Rio in 2007 with 5,500 athletes from 42 countries competing in 28 sports.
NB: While every care has been taken to ensure the information provided is accurate, we advise you to check with the event organisers before travelling to confirm the details are correct.