Main festivals and events in Rio in second half of 2017

Rio de Janeiro has always been the scene of great events and this year can not be different. In the second half of 2017, The Marvelous City will host major festivals, such as Rock in Rio and Ultra Brasil. In addition, Bienal do Livro, a huge book fair, is also included among the main events in Rio. Those who decide to travel to Rio de Janeiro will have a lot to do. Therefore, Rede Rio prepared this article to adress the main festivals and events in Rio in the second half of 2017. Check it out!

What will be the main festivals and events taking place in Rio?

Rock in Rio

Rock in Rio, without a doubt, is one of the most anticipated moments of this year for those passionate about music. It is one of the main festivals and events in Rio. Once again, it promises concerts of great national and international artists. The festival will take place on two weekends, from September 15 to 17 and from September 21 to 24, 2017.

Some of the confirmed artists are: Aerosmith, Guns n Roses, The Who, Maroon 5, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Bon Jovi, Billy Idol, Lady Gaga, Ivete Sangalo, Fergie, 5 Seconds of Summer and Justin Timberlake, BLITZ, Alice Caymmi, Davi Moraes, among other artists. What is new in Rock in Rio this year is that the City of Rock will be set up in the Olympic Park of Rio de Janeiro. The rating age to access to the event is 16 years old, younger ones are only allowed access if accompanied by their parents or some legal guardian.

If you are from another city or country and you want to come to Rock in Rio, a good option is to stay at a hotel in Lapa, such as Arosa Rio. Besides being the most bohemian and fun neighborhood in the city, Lapa has several buses lines that will help you get to the festival.

Ultra Brasil

Those who are passionate about electronic music can already celebrate. Ultra Brasil was confirmed for the second half of 2017, on October 12, 13 and 14. The three-day electronic festival will take place in Rio’s Sambadrome and tickets can be purchased on the event’s website.

If you want to stay close to the event, you can stay at Gamboa Rio Hotel. It is located near bus stops and is a hotel in downtown Rio, that is, very close to Rio’s Sambadrome.

Som da Vida

Those who love gospel music will also have their moment in the main festivals and events in Rio. The main festival of the genre will take place in Rio on July 13, 14 and 15. The event will have 40 shows and will take place in the Olympic Park of Rio de Janeiro.

Organizers also promised a surprise for July 14: an international band that, for now, only they know who they are.

If you are one of those people who value comfort and good service, your best accomodation option is the Arosa Rio Hotel. Its rooms are of the highest quality and the hotel still offers free Wi-Fi for guests. In addition, it is close to subway and train stations, ensuring easy get around.

Bienal do Livro

Music festivals are fun, but good reading is also fundamental to knowledge. Bienal do Livro, a Book Biennial Fair in Rio, will begin on August 31 and will run until September 10 at Pavilion 4 of Rio Centro.

On weekdays, Bienal will begin at 9 a.m. and will go until 10 p.m. On weekends, the start time will be 10 a.m. The only exceptions will be August 31, when the event will start at 1:00 p.m. and will close at 10:00 p.m. and on the 7th of September, which will have the same schedule of weekends.

Now that you know the main festivals and events in Rio in second half of 2017, do not even think about losing these events. If you need a good place to stay, count on Rede Rio Hotéis. We have hotels in downtown Rio, such as Pompeu Rio, which is a hotel near Porto Maravilha, which are equipped with everything to best meet your needs. Contact us and make your reservation.

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