Rio de Janeiro City Guide for Expats and Visitors
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil: every guide The Rio Times publishes for foreigners who live in or visit the city, in one place. This month's events come first, then upcoming concerts and festivals, practical guides to living there and our explainers on Brazil.
This Month in Rio de Janeiro
Coming Up in Rio de Janeiro
- Whindersson Nunes Plays Rio's Qualistage on 18 October, Tickets From US$13.50 18 Oct
- Black Pantera Opens Brazil Tour at Rio's Circo Voador on 24 October 24 Oct
- Mondial de la Bière in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil: 1,500 Beers at Pier Mauá, October 29–November 1 29 Oct
- Maro Plays Circo Voador in Rio de Janeiro on 3 November 3 Nov
- Hayley Williams in Brazil: Paramore's Voice Solo in Rio on November 9 and São Paulo on November 12–13 9 Nov
- JMSN in Brazil: The 'Soft Spot' Tour Hits Curitiba, Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo on November 11–14, 2026 11 Nov
- CA7RIEL & Paco Amoroso in Brazil: Argentina's Wild Duo Hits São Paulo November 18 and Rio November 20 20 Nov
- Mariah Carey in Brazil: 'Christmas Time' Tour Plays São Paulo November 17–18 and Rio de Janeiro November 21 21 Nov
- Gipsy Kings by Diego Baliardo Play Rio on 29 November 29 Nov
- Kid Abelha Rio de Janeiro Brazil December 11, 2026: Extra Show Moves to Brava Arena Jockey, January Tickets Stay Valid 11 Dec
Living in Rio de Janeiro
- Réveillon Copacabana 2027: New Year's Eve in Rio — Fireworks, Traditions and Guide
- Rio vs São Paulo Safety for Expats, District by District
- Rio's Armed Group Map Put 1.6 Million People Under One Faction
- Rock in Rio 2026: What Travelers and Expats Need to Know
- Brazil's $1,500 Digital Nomad Visa Pulls Remote Workers to Rio and Florianópolis
- Rio Rents Jump 43% in Three Years as "Dollarization" Pushes Locals Out
- Foreign Buyers Are Snapping Up Rio Studios, and Rents Are Climbing
- Living in Rio de Janeiro Costs About US$2,000 a Month
- Cost of Living in Rio de Janeiro for Expats (2026): A Real Budget Breakdown
- The Best Neighborhoods in Rio for Expats: A 2026 Financial and Lifestyle Analysis
- What Does It Really Cost to Live in Rio? A 2026 Reality Check
- Getting Around Rio: Metro, Buses and Apps, Made Simple
- Is Rio Safe in 2026? An Honest Look for Expats and Visitors
- Rio's Centrist Mayor Paes Abandons City Hall for Governor's Race — What Expats Need to Know
Nightlife
- Rio de Janeiro Nightlife Tonight: Pedra do Sal, Samba do Trabalhador — October 12, 2026
- Rio de Janeiro Nightlife Tonight: Os Garotin, Bip Bip Choro — October 11, 2026
Understand Brazil
- Brazil Media Explained, Owners, Trust and Platform Rules
- Religion in Brazil Explained
- Brazil Natural Resources Explained 2026
- Brazil Security and Crime Explained 2026
- Who Dominates Brazil, Elites and Regions Explained
- Brazil Population and Ethnic Groups Explained
- Foreign Powers and Investors in Brazil 2026
- Brazil Culture, the Key Figures to Know in 2026
- Brazil Geopolitics Explained 2026
- Who Runs Brazil’s Economy in 2026? Key Players
- Itaipú Dam Explained, the Brazil-Paraguay Power Deal
- What Is Vale? Brazil's Iron Ore Giant Explained 2026
Earlier Monthly Guides
- What to Do in Rio in Late September: Nine Free Things
- What to Do in Rio de Janeiro This June: Festivals, Music and More
Latest News From Rio de Janeiro
- Rio Police Friendly Fire Kills Bope Officer, Hurts 5
- Brazil's Rio Film Festival Hands Recife Drama 5 Awards
- Brazil's Rio Confirms Ruas as Governor With 50.88%
- Brazil Canoe Champion With 2 Pan-Am Golds Dies in Rio
- Brazil Court Hands Rio to Bolsonaro's Party in 5-2 Vote
- Brazil's Rio Airport Passes to Spain's Aena for US$580M
Other cities in Brazil: São Paulo, Florianópolis, Salvador, Belo Horizonte, Curitiba, Brasília. All expat cities