Rio's cultural program over the next few days has among its highlights the Village Superbet event at Jockey, which will combine shows with broadcasts of World Cup games. Other highlights are romantic pagodas to enjoy Valentine's Day on Friday (12) and free June parties in different parts of the city. See the events below and create your itinerary: 🎤 Shows and parties 🌽June festivities 🥁Sambas 🎭 Theater 🖼️ Exhibitions 🛍️ Other events 🎤Shows and parties Women of Chico The Mulheres de Chico block celebrates the 82nd birthday of singer and composer Chico Buarque and his 20 years of career with the show “A Construção de Chico por Eles”, this Thursday (11). The show presents a repertoire 100% dedicated to the artist, recreating great classics in a lively, happy tribute with vibrant versions for the public to sing along from start to finish. 🗓️ When? Thursday (11), at 7:30 pm (opening 1 hour before)📍 Where? Teatro Rival Petrobras (Rua Álvaro Alvim, 33 - Subsolo, Rio de Janeiro)💲 How much? From R$60 to R$170 🧒 Rating: 18 years old. Village at Jockey Leo Santana Joilson Cesar / Ag. Picnews The Village Superbet festival, at the Jockey Club Brasileiro, in Gávea, South Zone of Rio, hosts the event until July 18th, which will mix shows with broadcasts of World Cup games. Performing this weekend: 12/06 — Luísa Sonza and Pabllo Vittar | Natbaby, Felipe Mar, Yasmin Vilhena, Diveras and Felipe Ferr 13/06 — Leo Santana, I Love Suba and Kevin O Chris | Samba Circle with Mullato, Ise, Cix, Be Malita, Tucho and Bahruth 14/06 — Thiaguinho and Péricles | Beavis, Bruna Lennon, Be Malita and Cix 🗓️ When? Friday, Saturday and Sunday (12, 13 and 14) 📍 Where? Brazilian Jockey Club - Praça Santos Dumont, 31, Gávea 💲 How much? From R$75. More events to see Brazil in the World Cup at the link Marysa Alfaia To celebrate Valentine's Month, singer Marysa Alfaia presents the show "Rita" this Saturday (June 13), at Capitu Café. Accompanied by Kiko Chavez on guitar and Guido Sabença on percussion, the artist takes a tour of the romantic and spicy repertoire of the queen of rock, Rita Lee. The public will be able to enjoy hits such as "Lança Perfume", "Doce Vampiro" and "Mania de Você", as well as notable songs from Marysa's own career, in a Intimate, free and swinging night. 🗓️ When? Saturday (June 13th), at 7pm 📍 Where? Capitu Café - Rua Cosme Velho, 174 - Cosme Velho💲 How much? Free entry. Oh Controversial Singer Oh Polemic, one of the main names in the new generation of Bahian pagodão, makes his debut on the stages of Rio de Janeiro this Saturday (13). The artist is one of the attractions of an event at Arena Paraíso, which combines music and football amid the World Cup program. 🗓️ When? Saturday (13), from 5pm 📍 Where? Arena Paraíso - Rua São Luiz Gonzaga, 1612 - Imperial de São Cristóvão 💲 How much? R$20. Rock 80 Festival – World Cup Edition The Rock 80 Festival promotes a special edition inspired by the World Cup on the 13th and 14th of June, at Parque das Figueiras, in Lagoa. The event brings together different generations in a program for the whole family that combines national and international rock shows, broadcasts of Brazilian games, a gastronomic area, craft beers and a wine festival. The big highlight of this edition is the debut of the children's band Dinossauros do Rock, which will perform on Sunday (14) with children's classics set to a rock and roll rhythm, as well as a kids space dedicated to children's entertainment. 🗓️ When? Saturday and Sunday (13th and 14th), from 12pm to 10pm. 📍 Where? Parque das Figueiras (Avenida Borges de Medeiros, s/n - Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas, Rio de Janeiro). 💲 How much? Free entry (solidarity event with suggested donation of 2 kg of non-perishable food). 🧒 Rating: Free. Lucas's dance Rio Scenarium promotes this Saturday (13th) the "Baile do Lucas", led by singer Lucas de Castro, which is part of the LGBTQIAP+ Pride Month program with a repertoire of pop and Brazilianities, as well as June festival and World Cup themed blocks. The venue's programming also includes samba and MPB shows by singers Fernanda Santanna and Priscila Gouvêa, as well as entertainment by DJ Gustavo Jr. 🗓️ When? Saturday (13th), from 8pm. 📍 Where? Rio Scenarium (Rua do Lavradio, 20 – Centro, Rio de Janeiro). 💲 How much? From R$30 (half price). 🧒 Classification: Not informed. Feijoada do Rival with Ito Melodia Teatro Rival Petrobras promotes another edition of Feijoada do Rival this Sunday (14), under the command of renowned interpreter Ito Melodia. Winner of five Estandarte de Ouro awards, the singer welcomes special guests and fills the afternoon with a repertoire full of samba classics, original compositions, such as “A Cigana” and “Amor de Pai”, as well as unforgettable sambas. 🗓️ When? Sunday (14), from 1pm to 5:30pm (doors open at 1pm)📍 Where? Rival Petrobras Theater (Rua Álvaro Alvim, 33 - Subsolo, Rio de Janeiro) 💲 How much? From R$70 (includes show and feijoada). 🧒 Rating: 18 years old. June festivities Junina da Gigante Arraiá in Porto Maravilha with musical programming, square dances and attractions for the whole family. Among the attractions are Trio Hops, Trio Potiguá, Quadrilha Junina Fogo Santo, Forró de Rabeca and DJ Thata Deal. 🗓️ When? Friday, Saturday and Sunday (12, 13 and 14)📍Where? Yup Star Rio – Porto Maravilha💲 Free Carioquíssima in Roça – Urca The Urca edition occupies Praia Vermelha with shows, DJs and a typical June party atmosphere throughout the weekend. On Saturday (13) the event will feature a broadcast of the Brazil game, a Forró Maravilhas show and DJ Cássio Sá. On Sunday (14), the party will have a show by Conterraneos and DJ Xeleléu 🗓️ When? Saturday and Sunday (13th and 14th), from 12pm to 10pm📍 Where? Red Beach – Urca 💲 How much? Free See more June festivities at the link 🥁Samba and choro Duo Igor Lazier and Rafael Mallmith The duo formed by musicians Igor Lazier and Rafael Mallmith presents a special show to launch the album "7 Sentidos" at Casa do Choro, on Thursday (11). The presentation is a tribute to the Brazilian guitar, bringing a modern vision to choro through the formation of two seven-string guitars. The repertoire mixes original compositions, great classics of the genre and a new work by Dino 7 Cordas, also featuring the special participation of guitarist Lawanda Garcia. 🗓️ When? Thursday (11) at 7pm. 📍 Where? Casa do Choro (Rua da Carioca, 38 - Centro, Rio de Janeiro). 💲 How much? Not mentioned in the release (tickets on sale through Sympla). 🧒 Classification: Not informed. Marvvila Marvvila Disclosure Singer Marvvila, one of the most notable voices in the current pagoda, is the main attraction of Valentine's Day night at Casarão do Firmino, in Lapa, this Friday (12). The artist will perform hits such as "Vendaval", "Você Não Vai Sofrer" and her new song, "Minha Riqueza". The evening program dedicated to samba and pagode also includes shows by Batuqg and Felipe Camacho. 🗓️ When? Friday (12), from 6pm (Marvvila show at 1:30am). 📍 Where? Casarão do Firmino - Rua da Recção, 19 – Lapa 💲 How much? From R$25. Marvvila sings 'Vou Festejar' Casalzão Night with Charlles André Singer and composer Charlles André, former vocalist of the group Os Morenos and one of the great names of the romantic pagode of the 90s, leads "Noite do Casalzão" this Friday (12), at the Tia Doca Cultural Center. The show will have a nostalgic repertoire with songs such as "Mina de Fé" and "Camisa 10", as well as "Casalzão", a song composed by the artist himself inspired by a real love story sent by fans. 🗓️ When? Friday (12), from 8pm. 📍 Where? Tia Doca Cultural Center - Rua João Vicente, 219 - Madureira 💲 How much? From R$25. Arruda, Leci and Brazil's game at Casarão do Firmino This Saturday (13), Casarão do Firmino turns into a Fan Fest for Brazil's debut in the World Cup, in the match against Morocco. The event features shows by Leci Brandão, Grupo Arruda and Pagode da Beta, as well as DJ Nicolle Neumann during breaks. The party, which also celebrates the birthday of the space's creator, Carlos Firmino, will feature a broadcast of the game on an 8K screen and beer available from 3pm to 4:30pm to entertain the fans, who are invited to attend dressed in green and yellow. 🗓️ When? Saturday (13), from 3pm. 📍 Where? Casarão do Firmino - Rua da Recção, 19 – Lapa 💲 How much? R$ 10. Naughty Smile The group Sorriso Maroto presents a special Valentine's Day show this Friday (12), at Espaço Hall. The band promises to lull hearts in love with a repertoire full of great hits, including notable hits such as "Sinais", "Assim Você Mata o Papai", "50 Vezes" and "Futuro Prometido". 🗓️ When? Friday (12), from 10pm (opening show scheduled for 11:30pm). 📍 Where? Espaço Hall (Av. Ayrton Senna, 5850 – Barra da Tijuca). 💲 How much? From R$ 80. 🧒 Rating: 18 years old. Samba da Volta na Mangueira The 2nd edition of the Samba da Volta project arrives at Palácio do Samba, the historic court at Estação Primeira de Mangueira, on Sunday (14). 🗓️ When? Saturday (June 14th), from 5pm 📍 Where? First Mangueira Station Court - Rua Visconde de Niterói, 1072 - Mangueira 💲 How much? R$ 17.50 at the link. 🎭 Theater Moana, A Sea of Adventure Scene from Moana, A Sea of Adventure Disclosure Cia. Ação Contínua presents a short season of the show "Moana, Um Mar de Aventuras" on the 13th, 14th, 20th and 21st of June. Inspired by the famous animation, the production invites the whole family to a journey of courage and discovery, combining theater, dance, engaging music and a stunning setting that transports the audience to the waters of the ocean together with the fearless protagonist and the irreverent Maui. 🗓️ When? Saturdays and Sundays (13th, 14th, 20th and 21st June), at 5pm. 📍 Where? Teatro dos Grandes Atores - Shopping Barra Square - Av. das Américas, 3.555 – Barra da Tijuca. 💲 How much? R$ 45 (half price) and R$ 90 (full price) 🧒 Classification: Free. Magic Mirror The unprecedented musical "Espelho Mágico" celebrates 60 years of TV Globo in a super production on display from May 15th to July 26th. Written and directed by Gustavo Gasparani, the show uses the language of Teatro de Revista to revive programs, characters and historical facts that have marked the memory of Brazilians since 1965. With a cast of 32 artists, the plot follows a journey full of iconic figures, such as Carminha, Agostinho Carrara, Xuxa and Chacrinha, accompanied by a soundtrack with almost 40 musical numbers and hits from unforgettable soap operas. 🗓️ When? Thursdays and Fridays, at 8pm; Saturdays, at 4pm and 8pm; Sundays, at 3pm (season until July 26th, except June 13th and 19th). 📍 Where? Riachuelo Theater (Rua do Passeio, 38/40 - Centro, Rio de Janeiro). 💲 How much? From R$25 to R$180. 🧒 Classification: Free. New Guidelines in Times of Peace Bosco Brasil's play gets a new production directed by Eric Lenate and co-directed by Vitor Julian. On stage, Lenate shares the scene with Fernando Billi in a period fable that exposes the horrors of totalitarianism and celebrates the resistance of art in the face of barbarism. Set at the end of the Second World War and during the dictatorship of Getúlio Vargas, the plot follows the intense clash between a Polish refugee and a Brazilian immigration officer. 📅 When? Until June 28th 🕐 Time: Thursday to Saturday at 8pm | Sunday at 7pm 📍 Where? Teatro Poeira – Rua São João Batista, 104 – Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro 💲 How much? R$ 100 (in full) | R$50 (half). 🖼️Exhibitions Zanele Muholi: Brave Beauty Zanele Muholi presents the exhibition "Brave Beauty" at the Rio Art Museum Disclosure The Rio Art Museum (MAR) opens the exhibition "Brave Beauty", a retrospective of South African visual artist and activist Zanele Muholi, on June 12th. The exhibition brings together more than 100 works, including photographs and videos, that document and celebrate the black LGBTQIAPN+ community around the world, fusing art and activism to confront colonial narratives. The opening day will feature a special and free program, including a seminar starting at 2pm with the presence of the artist and closing with a show by singer Azula, at 6pm. 🗓️ When? Opening on June 12th, from 2pm. Regular visitation: Tuesday to Sunday, from 11am to 6pm (last entry at 5pm; the release states that the museum is closed on Wednesdays) 📍 Where? Rio Art Museum - MAR (Praça Mauá, 5 – Centro, Rio de Janeiro) 💲 How much? Free entry on opening day. Other full days: R$20 and half: R$10. Tuesdays: free entry Black Masculinities: Memories to Unlearn The exhibition proposes a reflection on the representation of the black male body in the visual arts, exploring symbolic disputes, new visualities, affections and reinventions. The exhibition brings together works that seek to expand the debate on identities, vulnerabilities and possibilities for resignification. 🗓️ When? Opening on Wednesday (17th), at 2pm. Visitation from 18/6 to 3/7, Monday to Friday, from 9am to 4pm. 📍Where? Iphan – Av. Rio Branco, 46, Centro. 💲How much? Free entry. 🧒Classification: Free. Between roots and walls Artist Denise Calasans presents the solo exhibition “Between roots and walls” at the Centro Cultural dos Correios. The exhibition proposes a sensitive journey between domestic space and plant territory as places of affection, transmission and silence, exploring memories and the feminine universe. With more than 26 works, including installations, videos, paintings and textile works, the exhibition runs until June 20th. 🗓️ When? Until June 20th, Tuesday to Saturday, from 12pm to 7pm📍 Where? Correios Cultural Center - Rua Visconde de Itaboraí, 20, Centro💲 How much? Free. Urban Renaissance Comlurb's Galpão das Artes Urbanas presents the exhibition "Urban Renaissance", with new works by artist Carol MCLM. The exhibition deepens the dialogue between art, music, ancestry and nature, with sculptures, paintings and photographs created from the reuse of musical instruments and other materials. The exhibition, which transforms discarded materials into art, runs from June 2nd to August 6th. 🗓️ When? Until August 6th, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm 📍 Where? Galpão das Artes Urbanas Helio G. Pellegrino da Comlurb (Rua Padre Leonel Franca, s/n° – Gávea)💲 How much? Free Entry🧒 Classification: Free. Vik Muniz – The Naked Eye CCBB Rio de Janeiro hosts the largest retrospective ever made by artist Vik Muniz, one of the main names in Brazilian contemporary art. The exhibition "Vik Muniz – A Olho Nu" proposes a tour of his production, from three-dimensional works to his most recent photographic series, including unpublished, restored and recreated works. Among the highlights is a work made with the ashes of the fire at the National Museum. The exhibition, which explores the transformation of everyday objects into monumental experiences, runs until September 7, 2026. 🗓️ When? From May 20th to September 7th, 2026. Wednesday to Monday, from 9am to 8pm📍 Where? Banco do Brasil Cultural Center - Rua Primeiro de Março, 66, Centro💲 How much? Free entry🧒 Classification: Free. Guardians of Samba The Samba Museum, in Mangueira, opened the exhibition “Guardiãs do Samba”, by the artist Aninha Portal, which brings together 53 canvases, installations and artisanal pieces that exalt the artistic, political and social legacy of great women samba artists such as Dona Zica, Beth Carvalho, Alcione, Leci Brandão, and Clara Nunes, as well as young people such as Luz Fogaça and Amanda Amado. The exhibition also takes a stand against feminicide and for ecological awareness, featuring lamps and furniture made with reused materials. 🗓️ When? Until June 27th, from Tuesday to Saturday, from 10am to 5pm 📍 Where? Samba Museum – Rua Visconde de Niterói, 1296, Mangueira💲 How much? R$ 20 (full) | R$ 10 (half) o (time), by Waltercio Caldas Casa Roberto Marinho hosts the exhibition "o (tempo)", which brings together around 100 works by Waltercio Caldas, one of the most influential names in Brazilian contemporary art. With the premise that time is a matter of work, the exhibition, designed by the artist himself, covers six decades of production (1967-2025) with sculptures, paintings and drawings that explore the tensions between form, space and perception. 🗓️ When? Until September 27, 2026. Visitation from Tuesday to Sunday, from 12pm to 6pm📍 Where? Instituto Casa Roberto Marinho - Rua Cosme Velho, 1105💲 How much? R$10 (full) and R$5 (half). Free entry on Wednesdays I cried rivers FGV Arte hosts the exhibition "I cried rivers: art of the original peoples of America", curated by Glicéria Tupinambá and Paulo Herkenhoff. The exhibition brings together a diverse set of works, including paintings, photographs, cloaks, sculptures and installations by artists from various territories in Latin America, such as Ailton Krenak, Claudia Andujar and Jaider Esbell. The project proposes an expanded reading of Latin American art, connecting cosmologies and modes of existence of original peoples with the field of contemporary art. The exhibition runs until September 20, 2026. 🗓️ When? Until September 20, 2026. Tuesday to Friday, 10am to 8pm; Saturdays and Sundays, from 10am to 6pm📍 Where? FGV Arte - Praia de Botafogo, 186/190, Botafogo💲 How much? Free entry🧒 Classification: Free. Rubem Valentim: the order of the sensitive at MAM The Museum of Modern Art in Rio de Janeiro hosts the exhibition “Rubem Valentim: the order of the sensitive”. The exhibition brings together around 180 works — including paintings, reliefs and sculptures — that span more than four decades of Rubem Valentim's production. Curated by Raquel Barreto and Phelipe Rezende, the exhibition highlights the construction of its own language, which articulates geometry, color and symbols from Afro-Brazilian and indigenous matrices. One of the highlights is the installation “Templo de Oxalá”, presented as an immersive experience that synthesizes the artist’s visual thinking. Organized in groups that follow his trajectory through cities such as Salvador, Rio de Janeiro, Rome and Brasília, the exhibition proposes a comprehensive reading of his work, reaffirming its relevance in the contemporary scenario. 📅 When? Until August 2nd - Wednesday to Sunday and holidays, from 10am to 6pm📍 Where? Museum of Modern Art of Rio de Janeiro – Av. Infante Dom Henrique, 85 – Aterro do Flamengo💲 How much? Free entry (ticket collection on website)🔎 Note: On Sundays, from 10am to 11am, exclusive visitation for people with intellectual disabilities. 🛍️Other events Botanical Garden Anniversary The Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden celebrates its 218 years this Saturday (June 13) with free entry for the public and the launch of an interactive passport Ester Santos/Disclosure The Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden celebrates its 218 years this Saturday (June 13) with free entry for the public and the launch of an interactive passport. The initiative transforms the visit into a playful journey of discovery about the institution's biodiversity, science, history and culture. Inspired by gamification dynamics, visitors who purchase the passport (optional) will be able to visit different spaces in the arboretum and cultural corridor, collect stamps and unlock exclusive rewards, such as collectible pins, combining environmental education and entertainment in an innovative way. 🗓️ When? Saturday (13), from 8am to 5pm. 📍 Where? Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden (Access via Rua Jardim Botânico, 1008 and 920, and Rua Pacheco Leão, 101 and 915). 💲 How much? Free entry (purchasing a passport is optional and costs R$15). 🧒 Rating: Free. Free functional training overlooking Guanabara Bay Bossa Nova Mall is holding another edition of the Bossa Circuit, a free event aimed at those looking to practice physical activities and take care of their health in one of the most beautiful settings in Rio. The program brings together exercises focused on mobility, strength and resistance, combining well-being, leisure and contact with the landscape of Guanabara Bay. 🗓️ When? Saturday (14), at 9am and 10am📍 Where? Bossa Nova Mall – parking next to Uber Lounge, Centro do Rio💲 Entrance: Free, upon prior registration on the shopping website. Participation permitted for people over 16 years old. Axé-Amen Project The Institute of Religious Studies (ISER) is promoting a public class on the Axé-Amém project this Saturday (June 13), launching a new tourist-cultural itinerary through the center of Rio de Janeiro. The initiative invites the public to rediscover the city based on black religious memories, connecting territories with African-based traditions and Protestant landmarks. With the aim of combating religious racism and promoting dialogue, the route revisits stories of resistance and invisibility, culminating in a guided visit to the Terreiro-Quilombo de Umbanda Luandeiros, in São Cristóvão, followed by a collective lunch. 🗓️ When? Saturday (June 13th), from 8:30 am 📍 Where? Meeting point at ISER headquarters - Avenida Presidente Vargas, 502 - Centro.