Araruama is extending its festive mood into the first weekend of the year with a programme of free cultural events across the city and its districts. Local authorities have arranged evening concerts and family activities to ensure residents and visitors can continue the New Year celebrations in a safe, inclusive environment.
Araruama New Year events bring music to city squares
Performances take place in multiple public spaces so that people throughout the municipality have access to culture without travelling to the city centre. Shows are scheduled each evening from 20:00 to 22:00 and feature a mix of regional singers and musicians. The initiative aims to offer entertainment for all ages while activating neighbourhood public spaces.
On Friday, 2 January, the line-up includes Laís Alfradique at Praça de Iguabinha, Thalilua at Praça de São Vicente, Rogerinho Ratatuia at the Calçadão Cultural in Praia Seca, and Dona Kátia at Praça Antônio Raposo in the city centre. On Saturday, 3 January, the programme continues with Felipe Pita in Iguabinha, Lucas Silva in São Vicente, Rodrigo Cardoso in Praia Seca and Michele Rosa in Praça Antônio Raposo.
The schedule has been organised to stagger shows across neighbourhoods, giving families and local residents the opportunity to enjoy performances near their homes. Event organisers have emphasised public safety and accessibility, and the city is maintaining standard measures to support a calm, well-managed series of concerts.
In addition to evening shows, organisers have programmed activities for younger audiences. On 3 and 4 January, from 17:00, Turma da Tia Carol will lead music, games and interactive sessions aimed at children, providing early-evening entertainment designed for families with small kids.
The full weekend schedule is as follows:
- Praça de Iguabinha – Friday (2): Laís Alfradique, 20:00–22:00. Saturday (3): Felipe Pita, 20:00–22:00.
- Praça de São Vicente – Friday (2): Thalilua, 20:00–22:00. Saturday (3): Lucas Silva, 20:00–22:00.
- Praia Seca – Calçadão Cultural – Friday (2): Rogerinho Ratatuia, 20:00–22:00. Saturday (3): Rodrigo Cardoso, 20:00–22:00.
- Centro de Araruama – Praça Antônio Raposo – Friday (2): Dona Kátia, 20:00–22:00. Saturday (3): Michele Rosa, 20:00–22:00.
Children’s programming by Turma da Tia Carol will run on 3 and 4 January beginning at 17:00, offering a mix of music, play and animated activities tailored to younger visitors. The dual focus on evening concerts and early-family entertainment seeks to keep the festivities accessible throughout the day.
Residents are encouraged to check municipal channels and the event photogallery for updates, exact locations and any last-minute changes. The series of free events underlines Araruama’s effort to promote local culture and provide public leisure options to start the year.
Key Takeaways:
- Araruama New Year events bring free evening concerts to multiple squares across the city and its districts.
- Programming runs during the first weekend of January with performances aimed at all ages and family-friendly activities.
- Children’s entertainment by Turma da Tia Carol takes place on 3 and 4 January from 17:00.
- Shows begin each night at 20:00 and include performances in Iguabinha, São Vicente, Praia Seca and Praça Antônio Raposo.
