Check out the Christmas decorations in Rio!

The Christmas spirit invades Rio, bringing the charm of Christmas in the middle of Rio. In this last month of the year, several points of the city come to life with ornaments and special illuminations. The program includes exciting shows, attractions for children and, of course, the always awaited presence of the good old man. Check out a list of some of the main options below:

Christmas in Nice Park

On December 7th there is the opening of Christmas in Goodinho Park, from 10h to 5h. The arrival of the Good Old Man is scheduled for noon. The event will also feature creative workshops for children, musical and lots of magic. The scenery full of traditional Christmas elements will be available for visitation until December 26.

Santa Claus and his Santa Clauses: available for photos from 10 am to 5 pm
Address: 520 Pasteur Avenue - Urca, Rio de Janeiro
Other information: @Parquebondinho

Uptown

More than 488,000 LED lamps illuminate the site, which will have the arrival of Santa Claus. Visitors can photograph inside the Christmas tree, which has a scented atmosphere with sweet aroma and 12 meters high.

Opening hours: Monday to Saturday: 9am to 9pm
Address: Av. Ayrton Senna, 5500 - Barra da Tijuca
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Recreio Shopping

With the theme “Vila Verde do Noel”, the scenery enchants visitors, turning the mall into a magical environment. In space, children can also explore the charming Tree House, especially in an indoor toboggan.

Photo times: Monday to Thursday: 13h to 21h
Address: Av. das Américas, 19019 - Recreio dos Bandeirantes
Other information: @recereioshopping

Via Parque
A magical Christmas season with adventure-packed decoration, inspired by the Canine Patrol. With 3D characters, a slider and an 8 meter tall tree. Fun is guaranteed for the whole family.

Opening hours: Monday to Saturday, 2:00 to 10:00. Sundays and holidays: 13h to 21h
Address: Av. Ayrton Senna, 3000 - Barra da Tijuca
Other information:@viaparkshopping

Barra Shopping

The space transforms with Christmas Enchanted Forest, gathering magical attractions for the whole family. One of the largest trees in Rio, 75 meters high, children can take pictures with Santa Claus and enjoy various activities.

Schedule of operation: Monday to Friday, from 13h to 22h
Address: Avenue of the Americas, 4.666 - Barra da Tijuca
Other information: Official barrashopping

Americas Shopping

Americas Shopping celebrates its Disney Christmas. Featured in this issue are the characters of Mickey, Frozen, Cars and Monster S.A.

Opening hours: Monday to Saturday: 10:00 to 10:00 p.m. Sunday: 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Address: Av. dos Américas, 15500 - Recreio dos Bandeirantes
Other information: @americas shoppingrio

Rio Design Barra

Enchant yourself with the songs, beauty and magical power of the Christmas Wish Tree, where believing makes everything possible.

Opening hours: Monday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sundays and holidays from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Address: Av. das Américas, 7777 - Barra da Tijuca
Other information: @riodesignbarra

Metropolitan
The decoration has a ten-metre Christmas tree and several instagramable spaces along the corridors. Among the attractions are the sleigh, the slide and the spinning toy.

Santa: Monday to Sunday, from 1 pm to 9 pm
Address: Av. Ambassador Abelardo Bueno, 1300
Other information: @shoppingmetropolitanobarra

VillageMall
The decoration shows traditional Christmas icons, such as sled, reindeer and bear, with a modern touch of the Low Poly style. Customers will also be able to cycle on bicycles to generate power and turn on Christmas lights.

Santa Claus: Monday to Saturday, from 2pm to 5pm and from 6pm to 9pm, and on Sundays and holidays, from 2pm to 5pm and from 6pm to 8pm
Address: 3900 Avenue of the Americas
Other information: @vilageall