Marcelo OliveiraConfirmed: partial lineup for the 2026/27 public party, published in the Official Gazette: Tuca Fernandes and ImaginaSamba on 12/31, Felipe Araújo on 01/01 and Yan on 01/02, plus local artists booked at Praia Grande, Monte Alto and Figueira. Still missing: set times and stages for these acts, and the time and location of the fireworks, not announced as of 10/23/2026 (the fireworks price-registration minutes do not confirm a contract for New Year’s Eve). When it usually comes out: in 2025/26, the City Hall announced the lineup on 12/31/2025; the date of the full 2026/27 schedule had not been announced as of 10/23/2026. No paid party was found on Sympla as of 10/23/2026. Hotel: book with free cancellation.
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| Dates | 12/31/2026, 01/01/2027 and 01/02/2027, per the Official Gazette (09/16/2026) |
|---|---|
| 2026/27 public party | Partial lineup: Tuca Fernandes and ImaginaSamba (12/31), Felipe Araújo (01/01), Yan (01/02); times not announced Partial |
| Local artists | Booked for Praia Grande, Monte Alto and Figueira, with times in the Official Gazette of 09/15/2026 (booking notice, not the full lineup) |
| 2026/27 fireworks | Price-registration minutes for pyrotechnic shows for the official calendar, with no confirmed contract for New Year’s Eve; time and location not announced as of 10/23/2026 No announcement |
| Paid party | None found on Sympla No tickets on sale |
| Municipal bus | 5 routes, fare R$ 2.00; no special New Year’s Eve service announced as of 10/23/2026 |
| Updated on | 10/23/2026 |
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Arraial do Cabo is a small city on the Região dos Lagos coast in Rio de Janeiro state, known for its turquoise waters that earned it the nickname “Brazilian Caribbean”. For New Year’s Eve, it draws people looking for a quieter party than Búzios or Cabo Frio, but the infrastructure for large events is limited, which affects planning for lodging and the return trip.
What you can already decide today
Public party: partial lineup already published
The official acts list the municipal event Réveillon 2026/2027 for 12/31/2026, 01/01/2027 and 01/02/2027 (Official Gazette of 09/16/2026). Already appearing are the bookings of Tuca Fernandes and ImaginaSamba for 12/31 (08/04/2026), Felipe Araújo for 01/01 (07/30/2026; total value of R$ 350 thousand) and Yan for 01/02 (08/04/2026; R$ 150 thousand). The acts do not state the location or time of these acts.
The Official Gazette of 09/15/2026 includes the booking notice for local artists, with times (booked: the notice requests acceptance and formalization, and is not the full lineup):
- Praia Grande: Fabrine Schuysen (axé), 12/31 at 8 p.m.; Yasmin Gulharte (sertanejo), 01/01 at 7:30 p.m.; Gabriel Fiorito (MPB), 01/02 at 7:30 p.m.
- Monte Alto: Rubinho Oliveira (MPB), 12/31 at 9 p.m.
- Figueira: Will Galdino (MPB), 12/31 at 9 p.m.
Stage names and the official launch of the full lineup had not been released (checked on 10/23/2026). The amounts above are fees paid by the city, not ticket prices.
Paid party: none found
No paid party in Arraial do Cabo appeared in Sympla’s New Year’s Eve search for the city (checked on 10/23/2026); that does not prove no event exists on other channels. Those looking for an open bar and VIP areas usually check neighboring Búzios.
Quiet New Year’s Eve: hotel within walking distance of Praia Grande
The city has limited room inventory for New Year’s Eve, and several inns offer free cancellation until December. See hotels in Arraial do Cabo for 12/30 to 01/02.
Fireworks, buses and getting back
The City Hall registered, in minutes dated 09/21/2026, prices for pyrotechnic shows for events on the official calendar, but the minutes do not say which package will be used for New Year’s Eve, nor the location, date or duration. As a result, no duration, time or location for the 2026/27 fireworks has been published (checked on 10/23/2026).
The municipal bus has five routes, a fare of R$ 2.00 in cash or by card, transfers valid for up to 2 hours, and schedules by route, including Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. No special New Year’s Eve service had been announced as of 10/23/2026. The nearest airport is Cabo Frio (CFB), about 40 km away; from Rio, the route is via Via Lagos and RJ-140, about 2h30 without traffic. In the early hours of New Year’s Day, do not count on regular public transport or ride-hailing apps: stay close to where you are going or arrange a driver in advance. Compare flights on Booking.com; to return to Rio without driving, see the Civitatis transfer.
How it went in 2025/26
See the 2025/26 lineup (previous edition)
According to the City Hall’s official news of 12/31/2025, the 2026 New Year’s Eve party was held at Praia Grande and the districts of Monte Alto and Figueira. Paula Fernandes, Quintal da Magia and Reis da Noite opened the party on 12/30. At Praia Grande, on 12/31/2025, there was a DJ from 10 p.m. and Marcelo Falcão at 11:30 p.m., with fireworks at midnight and the show continuing afterwards. Swing e Simpatia was booked for the 12/31/2025 lineup; the location and time are not stated in the act. Stage names were not found in an official source.
Where to stay
In the Booking search from 09/26/2026, the highest-rated inns still had availability for 12/30 to 01/02 (3 nights), from R$ 2,987 to R$ 5,536 total for a couple. Prices change: check the current total and the cancellation deadline.
- Praia Grande: close to the main stage; the location of the 2026/27 fireworks has not been announced; walkable return, no need for a car. More noise on the night of the 31st.
- Centro and Praia dos Anjos: shops, restaurants and the pier for boat tours; you can walk to Praia Grande.
- Prainha: more peace and quiet, on the opposite side of town; for the main fireworks, expect a longer walk or a car.
| Hotel | Nota | Faixa | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pousada Bicho do MarPraia Grande · Perto da Praia Grande | 8,7185 aval. | $$$ | Ver preços |
| Pousada Villas Boas Arraial do CaboPraia Grande · Na Rua Villas Boas, a pé da Praia Grande | 8,3362 aval. | $$ | Ver preços |
| Pousada Porto PraiaPraia Grande · Na Rua Villas Boas | 8,4612 aval. | $$$ | Ver preços |
| Pousada Arraial InnCentro e Praia dos Anjos · Na Av. da Liberdade, no centro | 9,3341 aval. | $$$ | Ver preços |
| Arraial Concept HotelCentro e Praia dos Anjos · No centro | 8,4681 aval. | $$$ | Ver preços |
| Pousada Canto da BaleiaCentro e Praia dos Anjos · Na Praia dos Anjos | 9,2842 aval. | $$ | Ver preços |
| Estalagem 11 SuitesCentro e Praia dos Anjos · No centro, na Rua Vera Cruz | 8,0348 aval. | $$ | Ver preços |
| Pousada Estalagem do PortoCentro e Praia dos Anjos · No centro, na Rua Santa Cruz | 8,3493 aval. | $$ | Ver preços |
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Frequently asked questions
Has the New Year’s Eve 2027 lineup in Arraial do Cabo been released?
Partially. The Official Gazette lists Tuca Fernandes and ImaginaSamba on 12/31, Felipe Araújo on 01/01 and Yan on 01/02, plus local artists booked at Praia Grande, Monte Alto and Figueira. Set times for these acts and stages had not been announced as of 10/23/2026.
Will there be fireworks on New Year’s Eve in Arraial do Cabo?
As of 10/23/2026, the time and location of the fireworks had not been announced. A price-registration record for pyrotechnic shows for the official calendar does not confirm a contract for New Year’s Eve.
Is there a paid party on New Year’s Eve in Arraial do Cabo?
We found no paid party on Sympla as of 10/23/2026. The public party is organized by the City Hall.
Is there a special bus on New Year’s Eve in Arraial do Cabo?
Not announced as of 10/23/2026. The municipal bus has five routes and a fare of R$ 2.00, with no special New Year’s Eve service reported.
Conclusion
Arraial do Cabo is a good choice for anyone who wants a free, relaxed New Year’s Eve, with beautiful beaches and none of the crowds of the bigger cities on the Região dos Lagos. What really shapes the trip is accommodation: book within walking distance of the beach where you plan to watch the shows, with free cancellation, and keep an eye on the Official Gazette. To compare, see New Year’s Eve in Cabo Frio and all destinations on the Voyage New Year’s Eve hub.