Rio de Janeiro Daily Brief for Saturday, March 28, 2026
Welcome to your Rio de Janeiro daily guide for Saturday, March 28, 2026. Today’s headline is the opening of No Martins: Sortilégios de desvio at the MAR from 15h — the first institutional solo show for the painter of Black Brazilian life. The MAR is free today as part of its March anniversary programme. At Lagoon, ExpoRio Turismo enters Day 3 with Diogo Nogueira headlining the main stage at 20h — free entry. The CCBB runs its penultimate day for Vetores-Vertentes: Fotógrafas do Pará (closes Monday). The MAM continues Daniel Buren’s Voile/Toile sails in Parque do Flamengo. On the markets, Friday extended losses for a second session: the Ibovespa fell 0.64% to 181,557 but still posted a 3.03% weekly gain. Petrobras hit a record R$673 billion market cap. The dollar eased to R$5.24.
This is part of The Rio Times’ daily Rio de Janeiro daily guide coverage for expats and the international community.
01Weather & What to WearFORECAST
Saturday at 28°C with 35% rain — carry an umbrella for the No Martins opening and ExpoRio. Sunday improves to 15% rain for the ExpoRio finale. Monday is nearly dry for the Vetores-Vertentes last chance at the CCBB.
02Day at a GlanceSNAPSHOT
Saturday is the strongest museum day of the week. The No Martins opening at 15h is the cultural highlight — arrive early to see the Bienal and Augusti shows first, then attend the opening. ExpoRio’s Saturday hours start at 10h (earlier than weekdays) with Diogo Nogueira closing the evening.
Live Market IntelligenceBrazil — Live Market Board
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-1.04%
206,887.52
-1.04%
67,147.36
+0.60%
11,020.01
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2,869,151
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| Instrument | Last | Change | YoY | Prev. | High | Low | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IBOV | 206,887.52 | -1.04% | +21.85% | 209,066.90 | 168,310 | 167,142 | — |
| USD/BRL | 5.16 | +0.01% | -5.13% | 5.16 | 5.18 | 5.14 | — |
| SELIC | 14.00% | — | — | — | — | — | |
| PETR4 | 41.64 | -0.05% | +35.19% | 41.66 | 41.97 | 41.15 | 41,499,400 |
| VALE3 | 72.97 | +0.83% | +30.75% | 72.37 | 73.54 | 72.66 | 17,658,000 |
| ITUB4 | 38.60 | -1.03% | +4.57% | 39.00 | 39.34 | 38.39 | 29,487,800 |
| BBDC4 | 16.85 | +0.36% | +3.50% | 16.79 | 16.90 | 16.67 | 19,416,900 |
| BBAS3 | 19.37 | +0.47% | +0.73% | 19.28 | 19.44 | 19.16 | 11,069,200 |
| B3SA3 | 14.26 | -0.21% | +12.73% | 14.29 | 14.47 | 14.11 | 33,037,800 |
| ABEV3 | 14.89 | -0.80% | +21.91% | 15.01 | 15.07 | 14.81 | 16,453,100 |
| WEGE3 | 47.59 | +0.49% | +29.99% | 47.36 | 48.08 | 47.36 | 3,364,600 |
| PRIO3 | 59.14 | -0.19% | +50.67% | 59.25 | 59.81 | 58.74 | 3,325,600 |
| SUZB3 | 41.33 | +2.35% | -23.55% | 40.38 | 41.48 | 40.35 | 3,914,900 |
| RENT3 | 34.68 | -0.09% | +0.84% | 34.71 | 34.96 | 34.35 | 7,979,100 |
| AZZA3 | 15.89 | -2.63% | -53.76% | 16.32 | 16.42 | 15.82 | 1,330,300 |
| CSNA3 | 4.30 | +0.47% | -42.65% | 4.28 | 4.41 | 4.26 | 10,076,100 |
| GGBR4 | 24.69 | +2.19% | +51.38% | 24.16 | 24.85 | 24.18 | 7,047,600 |
| ENEV3 | 24.21 | -1.38% | +70.49% | 24.55 | 24.64 | 23.99 | 9,297,000 |
03What to See & DoCULTURE
Museums & Exhibitions
Key Facts
—No Martins. , the painter of Black Brazilian life, opens at 15h. His work maps Black joy, ritual and community in a distinctive figurative language. The MAR is free today as part of its March anniversary programme. Also on view: the 36th Bienal de São Paulo itinerance (19 artists) and Guilhermina Augusti‘s first institutional solo. Three exhibitions, zero cost.
— Praça Mauá 5, Centro. Sat 11h–18h (last entry 17h). Free today. Metrô: Uruguaiana → VLT Parada dos Museus.
Key Facts
—Vetores-Vertentes: Fotógrafas do Pará. closes Monday. This weekend is the final chance to see 160 works by 11 Amazonian women photographers. The CCBB Educativo runs storytelling and shadow theatre tied to the show. Viva Mauricio (immersive Turma da Mônica, ground floor, free) continues through April 13.
— R. Primeiro de Março 66, Centro. Wed–Mon 9h–20h. Free. Closed Tuesdays. Metrô: Uruguaiana → VLT Parada dos Museus.
Key Facts
— Eleven vertical-striped Optimist sails hung in finishing order — the French artist’s first Brazilian presentation. Through April 12. The sculpture garden and permanent collection are also open. Free admission.
— Av. Infante Dom Henrique 85, Parque do Flamengo. Sat 10h–18h, Sun 10h–18h. Free. Metrô: Cinelândia or Largo do Machado.
Events
Key Facts
—Diogo Nogueira. at 20h (shows area opens 18h). Free entry. Tomorrow closes the expo with Mumuzinho at 19h.
— Av. Borges de Medeiros 1424, Lagoa. Sat 28: 10h–00h. Sun 29: 10h–23h.
04Getting AroundTRANSPORT
Key Facts
—MAR + CCBB + ExpoRio route. Start at the MAR (11h, Praça Mauá) → walk to CCBB Vetores-Vertentes (five minutes) → Metrô Line 1 to Jardim de Alah or taxi to Lagoon for ExpoRio from 10h → stay for Diogo Nogueira at 20h. No rodízio on weekends.
—VLT for Centro museums. The VLT connects Parada dos Museus (MAR/CCBB) with Santos Dumont airport and the wider Centro network. Runs until midnight on weekends.
05Where to EatFOOD
Key Facts
—At ExpoRio. The boulevard gastronômico is the best outdoor dining event this weekend. Regional producers from all 12 tourist regions of Rio state. Arrive before 18h for the food stalls before the show crowds gather.
—Centro circuit. Between the MAR and CCBB, Travessa do Comércio has traditional carioca botequins open on Saturdays. The CCBB café serves light meals inside. For a sit-down lunch, Rua do Ouvidor offers options within walking distance.
06Practical InfoESSENTIALS
Key Facts
—Diesel subsidy. The government is expected to issue a medida provisória on Monday or Tuesday formalising the diesel price subsidy, according to the Finance Ministry. This may affect fuel prices at the pump in the coming weeks — relevant for anyone driving regularly.
—Petrobras record. The state oil company hit R$673 billion in market capitalisation on Friday — its highest ever. The stock has been the Ibovespa’s strongest performer since the Iran war began, rising on Brent above US$100. If you hold PETR3/PETR4, the position has been a significant outperformer this month.
07Community & LifestyleEXPAT LIFE
Key Facts
—Saturday culture double. MAR (free, 11h–18h, No Martins at 15h) + ExpoRio at Lagoon (10h–00h, Diogo Nogueira 20h). Two of the week’s biggest events — a gallery opening and a free concert — on the same day at zero cost.
—Sunday closing day. ExpoRio closes tomorrow with Mumuzinho at 19h. If you missed any of the 92-municipality exhibits, regional food stalls, or the Vivências do Rio sensory experience, Sunday 10h–23h is the last window.
08Game DaySPORT
Key Facts
— No Brasileirão fixtures this weekend. Round 9 returns Wednesday, April 1. Palmeiras and São Paulo lead the table on 16 points. Full standings and analysis at The Rio Times sports coverage.
09Business & MarketsFINANCE
Friday close: Ibovespa −0.64% to 181,557 — a second consecutive decline, but the week ended +3.03% as the Monday–Wednesday rally outweighed Thursday–Friday losses. Banks led the selling: BTG −3.03%, BB −1.73%, Bradesco −1.59%. Petrobras bucked the trend again (ON +1.74%, PN +2.89%), hitting a record R$673 billion market cap. Braskem crashed −10.84% on weak earnings. Dollar eased 0.28% to R$5.24. Unemployment rose to 5.8%. VIX breached 30 — extreme turbulence territory. In New York, selling deepened as the war completed its first month.
Week ahead: Selic at 14.75%. IPCA-15 12-month at 3.90%. Government expected to issue diesel subsidy MP Monday–Tuesday. Focus year-end: Selic 12.25%, dollar R$5.50. Next Copom: April 28–29. For full analysis, see Friday’s Brazil Morning Call.
10Plan AheadCOMING UP
Sun Mar 29: ExpoRio Turismo final day 10h–23h. Mumuzinho at 19h. MAR and MAM open. 28°C, 15% rain.
Mon Mar 30: Final day of Vetores-Vertentes: Fotógrafas do Pará at the CCBB — last chance for 160 works by Amazonian women photographers. 28°C, 10% rain.
Tue Mar 31: MAR free Tuesday. Government diesel subsidy MP expected this week.
Apr 1–2: Brasileirão Round 9 returns (Wednesday/Thursday fixtures).
Apr 3: Sexta-feira Santa — public holiday. Markets and B3 closed.
Rio de Janeiro Daily Brief — your Rio de Janeiro daily guide — Saturday, March 28, 2026. Published for residents and visitors. All times in Brasília time (BRT, UTC-3). Weather: open-source API. Culture: MAR, MAM Rio, CCBB, Riotur, Setur-RJ. Markets: B3, Banco Central. Sport: CBF.
Related coverage: Rio de Janeiro Daily Brief — Friday, March 27 | São Paulo Daily Brief — Friday, March 27 | Brazil’s Morning Call
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