Last updated: September 9, 2026.
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MIMO’s official 2026 programme lists Rio de Janeiro on September 19–20 and Olinda on September 25–27. These are two separate Brazilian stops. The website also includes Guimarães in Portugal, which should not be confused with either Brazilian itinerary.
Choose one city or allow a real transfer interval
A focused visit can centre on the city with the programme you most want to hear. Attending both Brazilian stops requires an intercity journey, additional accommodation and time between the weekends. They are not nearby venues within one festival site.
Before selecting flights, identify the exact concert venues and their access requirements. Detailed entrance locations and the admission conditions for every event were not verified for this guide. Use the current programme and FAQ to settle those details before purchase.
Read the current edition, not the archive
The Rio 2026 highlights include Tinariwen, Tiken Jah Fakoly and a collaboration involving Bianca Gismonti and Manuel de Oliveira, alongside other artists. The website also displays photographs and names under previous editions; those archival sections should not be treated as additional 2026 confirmations.
Choose performances from the dated city programme. An artist listed for Rio is not automatically playing Olinda, and the wider MIMO brand does not guarantee the same lineup at every destination.
Music and cinema need their own schedule
MIMO also presents a film programme. If you want to combine screenings and concerts, compare running times, locations and any separate registration rules. A programme listing does not by itself guarantee a seat.
Leave time for the journey between venues and a meal. Trying to fit every activity into a short visit can make it harder to enjoy the performances that drew you to the festival.
Build the surrounding Brazil stay
Use the official Visit Brasil information for destination orientation, then compare accommodation against the actual city venues. In Rio, avoid assuming that a room anywhere in the city provides an easy late return. For Olinda, check the precise entrance and access route before choosing a base.
Recheck the dated programme before departure, particularly if travelling between the two weekends. Keep airline and hotel bookings compatible with the concert times. The September dates are confirmed; the final venue and admission details should determine the rest of the itinerary.
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Featured image: representative music photography, not a documentary photograph of this festival.
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Video added: September 10, 2026.