Welcome to your Rio de Janeiro daily guide for Monday, April 13, 2026. Viva Mauricio closes today at the CCBB — the immersive Turma da Mônica experience ends after its extended run. After today, the CCBB will announce its next headline. The Buren sails closed yesterday at the MAM — the eleven Optimist sails are gone. The MAR remains open with No Martins, Bienal, and Augusti and is now Rio’s main cultural anchor. The B3 reopens today after the weekend. Friday’s record stands: Ibovespa 197,324 (+22.47% YTD), dollar R$5.01 — the strongest real in two years. The ceasefire holds. The weather is excellent: 26°C with just 10% rain, the driest day of the week. Tomorrow is even better: MAR free Tuesday at 26°C with 0% rain.
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01Weather & What to WearFORECAST
An exceptional week ahead: 26°C every day with minimal rain. Tuesday and Wednesday at 0% rain — the driest stretch in weeks. Thursday introduces a slight 25% chance. This is autumn at its best in Rio — warm, dry, and comfortable for outdoor activities and museums.
02Day at a GlanceSNAPSHOT
Monday marks the end of an era: Viva Mauricio closes at the CCBB, one day after Buren closed at the MAM. Two headline exhibitions gone in 48 hours. The MAR is now Rio’s undisputed cultural anchor with No Martins, Bienal, and Augusti. B3 reopens into ceasefire momentum.
03What to See & DoCULTURE
Museums & Exhibitions
CCBB — Viva Mauricio (CLOSING DAY)
This is the final day. The immersive Turma da Mônica experience closes at 20h tonight. The exhibition has been the CCBB’s headline since its opening. After today, the CCBB will transition to new programming — watch for the next headline announcement. Free admission.
R. Primeiro de Março 66, Centro. Mon 9h–20h. Free. Closed Tuesdays. Metrô: Uruguaiana → VLT Parada dos Museus.
MAR — Now Rio’s Cultural Anchor
With Buren gone and Viva Mauricio closing, the MAR becomes the main destination. Three exhibitions: No Martins: Sortilégios de desvio, the 36th Bienal de São Paulo, and Guilhermina Augusti. Tomorrow is free Tuesday — 26°C, 0% rain, the best free day of the month.
Praça Mauá 5, Centro. Mon 11h–18h. R$20/R$10. Closed Wednesdays. Metrô: Uruguaiana → VLT Parada dos Museus.
MAM Rio — Post-Buren
The Buren sails closed yesterday. The MAM continues with its permanent collection and sculpture garden. Free admission. The Flamengo park walk remains one of Rio’s finest cultural outings at 26°C/10% rain.
Av. Infante Dom Henrique 85, Parque do Flamengo. Mon 10h–18h. Free. Metrô: Cinelândia or Largo do Machado.
04Getting AroundTRANSPORT
Normal weekday schedules. Metrô and VLT at full frequency.
Centro museum corridor: CCBB (9h, Viva Mauricio final day) → walk 5 min → MAR (11h). Both on the VLT Parada dos Museus line. At 26°C/10% rain, the walk is comfortable.
05Where to EatFOOD
Centro: All restaurants reopen with full weekday hours. Travessa do Comércio, Rua do Ouvidor, Rua do Mercado. CCBB and MAR cafés open during museum hours.
At 26°C/10% rain: Outdoor seating is comfortable across Centro. Monday lunch in the historic core is one of Rio’s quieter pleasures.
06Practical InfoESSENTIALS
B3 reopens: Friday’s Ibovespa record at 197,324 is the starting point. The ninth consecutive gain and best weekly performance since January (+4.93%) leave the index near 200,000 for the first time. The ceasefire holds, Ormuz is reopening, and foreign capital flows remain strong. The 200,000 milestone is now in sight.
Dollar at R$5.01: The real touched R$5.00 intraday on Friday. YTD the dollar is down 8.72%. The Copom meets April 28–29 with an improved inflation outlook as oil falls. Selic at 14.75%. Tiradentes April 21 (B3 closed).
07Community & LifestyleEXPAT LIFE
New cultural landscape: After this weekend’s closures, Rio’s museum map simplifies. The MAR (No Martins, Bienal, Augusti) is the anchor. The MAM continues with its permanent collection. The CCBB will announce new programming. The gallery circuit in Ipanema (Laura Alvim), Jardim Botânico (Mercedes Viegas), and Gávea (Museu Histórico) fills the gap.
Tomorrow’s free Tuesday: MAR at 26°C with 0% rain — the best free museum day of the month. Three exhibitions at zero cost in perfect weather. Plan for it.
08Game DaySPORT
Brasileirão Round 11 fixtures expected this week. Palmeiras and São Paulo lead the table. Full schedule at The Rio Times sports coverage.
09Business & MarketsFINANCE
B3 reopens today: Friday close: Ibovespa +1.12% to 197,324 — all-time record, 16th of the year, 9th consecutive gain. Dollar −1.03% to R$5.01 — touched R$5.00 intraday, lowest in 2 years. Last week: +4.93% (best since January). April: +5.26%. YTD: +22.47%. Dollar YTD: −8.72%. The 200,000 milestone is within reach.
Context: Selic at 14.75%. Ceasefire reshaping inflation outlook. Oil well below pre-war levels. Copom meets April 28–29. Tiradentes April 21 (B3 closed). For full analysis, see today’s Brazil Morning Call.
10Plan AheadCOMING UP
Tue Apr 14: MAR free Tuesday 11h–18h — 26°C, 0% rain. Best free day of the month.
Wed Apr 15: MAR closed (Wednesday). CCBB + MAM open. 26°C, 0% rain.
Apr 21: Tiradentes — public holiday. B3 closed. Museums open.
Apr 28–29: Next Copom meeting — ceasefire reshaping rate outlook.
Rio de Janeiro Daily Brief — your Rio de Janeiro daily guide — Monday, April 13, 2026. Published for residents and visitors. All times in Brasília time (BRT, UTC-3). Weather: open-source API. Culture: MAR, MAM Rio, CCBB, Riotur. Markets: B3, Banco Central. Sport: CBF.
Related coverage: Rio de Janeiro Daily Brief — Sunday, April 12 | São Paulo Daily Brief — Sunday, April 12 | Brazil’s Morning Call