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Festa da Uva (Grape Festival)
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Brazil's most iconic wine event, held in Caxias do Sul in the Serra Gaúcha highlands since 1931. This biennial mega-festival celebrates Italian-Brazilian wine culture with grape-stomping competitions, elaborate floats, beauty queens, and tastings from over 100 Brazilian wineries. The event draws nearly a million visitors and is a vibrant celebration of the immigrant communities that founded Brazilian viticulture.
~800,000 visitors
Salgado Filho International Airport (POA)
19 February - 8 March 2026
Two to three weeks in February-March, biennial (even years)
$20 - $40
Where it is
Caxias do Sul, Brazil
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When is Festa da Uva (Grape Festival) held?
From 19 February 2026 to 8 March 2026.
Where does Festa da Uva (Grape Festival) take place?
Festa da Uva (Grape Festival) is held in Caxias do Sul, Brazil.
How much does it cost to attend Festa da Uva (Grape Festival)?
Tickets range from BRL 20 to BRL 40.
How many people attend Festa da Uva (Grape Festival)?
~800,000 visitors attend each edition.
What's the nearest airport to Festa da Uva (Grape Festival)?
The nearest airport is Salgado Filho International Airport (POA).
Who is Festa da Uva (Grape Festival) best for?
Best for culture lovers, families, groups and budget travel.