Brazilian Day 2024 in New York

If it's not a sign to put your green and yellow clothes on, then what is? Celebrate Brazil's Independence Day NYC style

Dates: September 1, 2024

Brazil Day Festival was founded in 1984 by João De Matoson, founder of the Brazilian American Cultural Center. This annual festival’s main purpose is to gather people and celebrate the pride of the Brazilian community by dancing to Brazilian music, purchasing some unique arts and crafts, and eating typical Brazilian food.

Brazilian Day Festival in NYC

Brazilian Day is always held on Sunday before American Labor Day. People come to West 46th Street not only from all over New York City but from all corners of the world to celebrate the glory of culture. The festival features food vendors, serving exquisite Brazilian food, carnival, arts & crafts fairs and more.

Brazilian Day Shows

What makes this day more attractive is a bunch of well-known celebrity artists and musicians from Brazil, who are often invited to share this celebration. The shows from these artists are bound to make an unforgettable event. In the past, the stage at 6th Avenue featured such renowned artists as Banda Calypso, Daniela Mercury, Jorge & Mateus, Kid Abelha, and many others.

Location & Hours

The festivities take place all along West 46th Street, which is the center of the Little Brazil neighborhood in Manhattan. The district occupies West 47th Street and West 45th Street and is located between 6th and 5th Avenues. The outdoor bash continues throughout several blocks of the whole neighborhood, drawing in people from all over New York and beyond. The festival usually begins at 10 am and spans late into the night.

Brazilian Day in Other Cities

Brazil Day celebrations also take place in San Francisco, Montreal, Tokyo, London, and other cities. One of the most prominent Brazilian Day celebrations also unfolds in Philadelphia.