SP in November: best programs for art, theater, cinema, and food

São Paulo arrives in November with a vibrant program that fills museums, theaters, and restaurants with experiences that unite art, flavor, and reflection. The city remains a large cultural stage, where unprecedented exhibitions, gastronomic festivals, and premieres of cinema and theater invite the public to dive into different forms of expression.

From the celebration of popular traditions to productions that discuss the present with sensitivity and humor, the cultural agenda of São Paulo in November 2025 reflects the plurality of the city. Among anticipated premieres, immersive shows, and menus inspired by other cultures, there are programs for all tastes. Check out the suggestions below!

Art

Flows - Japan and Water

The exhibition Flows - Japan and Water reveals the importance of water in Japanese culture as a source of life, spirituality, and development. Curated by Natasha Barzaghi Geenen, the show transforms the space into a immersive journey that simulates the movement of water and presents themes ranging from urban infrastructure, like the Tokyo Underground Drainage Canal, to the mineral richness and biodiversity of Japan's waters. Free entry.

• When: From October 21 to February 1, 2026.
• Where: Japan House São Paulo (Av. Paulista, 52 - Bela Vista).

The Human Soul, You and the Universe of Jung

The MIS (Museum of Image and Sound) opens the unprecedented exhibition The Human Soul, You and the Universe of Jung, in honor of the 150th anniversary of Swiss psychiatrist Carl Gustav Jung. The show proposes an immersive experience through the human psyche, exploring three dimensions: pedagogical, sensory, and provocative. Tickets cost up to R$ 30, with free admission on Tuesdays and every third Wednesday of the month.

• When: From November 19 to December 30. Where: MIS (Avenida Europa, 158 - Jd. Europa).
• Tickets: https://megapass.com.br/eventos/a-alma-humana-voce-e-o-universo-de-jung

Brazil: Popular Art

The Farol Santander hosts the exhibition Brazil: Popular Art, which occupies the 19th and 20th floors of the building and portrays the Brazilian everyday life through popular art. The show gathers more than 400 pieces, including 200 sets of works from 21 states, made from clay, wood, iron, clay, and feathers, offering a rich and diverse panorama of the country's culture. Tickets cost up to R$ 45 and can be purchased online or at the box office of Farol Santander.

• When: Until November 23. Where: Farol Santander (Rua João Brícola 24 - Centro).
• Tickets: https://www.farolsantander.com.br/sp/ingressos

Astro

The immersive arts laboratory Visualfarm Gymnasium presents the exhibition Astro, which combines astronomy, science, and science fiction in a 2,000 m² sensory experience. Curated by astronomer João Fonseca, the show takes the audience from the first observations with telescopes to concepts like dark matter and energy through immersive projections. The exhibition is free for children up to six years old. For the general public, tickets start at R$ 30 and can be purchased at the box office or online.

• When: Until December 29. Where: Visualfarm Gymnasium (Praça Olavo Bilac, 38 - Campos Elíseos).
• Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.com.br/event/astro

Contemporary

The Caixa Cultural hosts the exhibition Contemporary, the 16th edition of the international textile art show. Gathering 25 works that have femininity as their central theme, the exhibition addresses issues such as femicide and the exploitation of women’s labor, highlighting different perspectives on the female condition in the world. With free admission, the exhibition brings together artists from various ethnicities, genders, and nationalities.

• When: Until January 18, 2026.
• Where: Caixa Cultural (Praça da Sé, 111 - Centro).

Theater

Beetlejuice - The Musical

After the success of 2024, Beetlejuice - The Musical returns to Teatro Liberdade with Eduardo Sterblitch as the irreverent ghost. The new season features shows from Wednesday to Sunday. Tickets start at R$ 21.18 and are available on the official website and at the theater box office.

• When: Until November 30.
• Where: Teatro Liberdade (Rua São Joaquim, 129 - Liberdade).
• Tickets: https://bileto.sympla.com.br/event/102988/d/302739

The Relapse

In November, the play The Relapse premieres, with a text by Filipe Doutel and Victoria Camargo and direction by Marcelo Braga. The play follows an actress who, after losing her son during the pandemic, prepares to return to the stage after 40 years. In the monologue, she revisits personal and political memories, reflecting on grief, art, and the marks left by authoritarian periods and the recent pandemic in Brazil.

• When: From November 1 to 23, on Saturdays and Sundays.
• Where: Atelier Cênico (Rua Fortunato, 241 - Vila Buarque).
• Tickets: https://www.sympla.com.br/evento/a-recaida/3153221

A Recaída. (Divulgação/Divulgação)

Movies

The Secret Agent

The movie The Secret Agent, by Kleber Mendonça Filho and starring Wagner Moura, was chosen to represent Brazil in the race for a nomination for the 2026 Oscar. Set in Recife in 1977, the film mixes suspense and politics by following Marcelo, a technology specialist trying to leave a mysterious past behind. Shown at various international festivals, the thriller reinforces the strength of national cinema on the global stage.

• When: premieres on November 6 in Brazilian cinemas.

O Agente Secreto. (Divulgação/Divulgação)

Eddington

Set in May 2020, Eddington depicts the conflict between Joe Cross (Joaquin Phoenix), a sheriff against the use of masks, and Ted Garcia (Pedro Pascal), the mayor of a small town in New Mexico. The clash between the two grows amid the Covid-19 pandemic, turning political differences into a true local war. As fear and tension intensify, the serenity of Eddington gives way to chaos, revealing how collective crises can expose the limits of coexistence.

• When: premieres on November 13 in Brazilian cinemas.

Bugonia

Bugonia tells the story of two young people obsessed with conspiracy theories who kidnap the CEO of a large company, believing she is an extraterrestrial with plans to destroy the Earth. The film is an adaptation of Save the Green Planet! (2003), a South Korean work directed by Jang Joon-hwan, with a script by Will Tracy. The cast includes Emma Stone collaborating again with director Yorgos Lanthimos in another highly anticipated partnership.

• When: Premieres on November 27 in Brazilian cinemas.

Gastronomy

Restaurant Week São Paulo

São Paulo hosts the 35th edition of Restaurant Week, bringing together more than 200 restaurants with complete menus at fixed prices starting at R$ 59.90. With the theme “A Journey through Italy”, the event celebrates the flavors and traditions of Italian cuisine, offering the public the chance to taste exclusive recipes in some of the best gastronomic spots in the capital.

• When: From October 16 to November 16.
• Where: Various restaurants - including Forneria San Paolo, Bistrot du Quartier, Varanda Grill, and more.

Festival Día de Muertos 2025

The city once again hosts the Festival Día de Muertos, the largest celebration of the date outside of Mexico. With music, traditional gastronomy, traditional makeup, altar exhibitions, and lucha libre performances, the event transforms the city into a great popular party dedicated to life and memory. Each edition of the festival gathers thousands of people and offers São Paulo residents a complete immersion into Mexican culture, uniting tradition, art, and joy in a vibrant tribute to those who have already passed away.

• When: November 1, 2, 8, and 9.
• Where: Memorial da América Latina: Avenida Mário de Andrade, 664 - Barra Funda.