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Time Out
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time Out
Rio de Janeiro's world-famous beach culture will soon be impacted by strict new rules
Sunbathers stretched out on plastic chairs, caipirinha cocktails being flogged by hawkers, all with samba music thumping in the background – it's a scene almost guaranteed at Rio de Janeiro 's legendary Copacabana. However, thanks to a new decree issued this month, all that could be set to change. A whole load of new rules for Rio's waterfront are being brought in from June 1, meaning food and drink sales, deck chair rentals, speakers and live music will all be banned if businesses don't acquire official permits. For some, particularly elderly residents who live in the surrounding neighbourhoods, the announcement that the beach's chaotic atmosphere is being reigned in (and that noise pollution will be brought under control) has been welcomed. Maria Lucia Silva, a 65-year old resident, told euronews that 'Nobody pays a very high property tax or absurd rents to have such a huge mess', and said that the Copacabana is typically a neighbourhood for elderly people. However, not everyone agrees these rules are necessary. 'It's difficult to imagine Rio de Janeiro without bossa nova, without samba on the beach,' said Julio Trindade, who works as a DJ in the kiosks. 'While the world sings the Girl from Ipanema, we won't be able to play it on the beach.' There are concerns that the new rules will be detrimental to the livelihoods of musicians and local vendors, as well as to Rio's historically colourful, brilliant, noisy beach culture. According to a 2022 report by Rio's City Hall, spending on the city's beaches accrues around €621 million per year. In response, the Brazilian Institute of Citizenship, a non-profit which defends social and consumer rights, filed a lawsuit to request that restrictions on live music be suspended as it compromises the 'free exercise of economic activity'. The judge ruled that this group is not a legitimate party to complain, but they're now appealing the decision. Other efforts to undermine the decree include a bill discussed by Rio's municipal assembly, which would be an alternative framework to regulate activities on the beach and boardwalks. While it includes restrictions on amplified music, it does not call for permits for live performers. If this bill is approved, it would take precedence over the decree, so not all hope is lost for Brazilian beach life. Keep an eye on this page for all the latest updates on the restrictions. In the meantime, have a look at our list of .
The Independent
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Rio's mayor loosens restrictions on live beach music after an outcry
Rio de Janeiro's mayor on Tuesday loosened new restrictions on live music on the city's beaches after many people warned of a threat to the dynamic cultural scene. Mayor Eduardo Paes earlier this month introduced the measures and reinforced existing ones, citing the need to protect public safety and the environment and promote peaceful relations between tourists and residents. The measures, due to come into effect on Sunday, outlawed food and drink sales, chair rentals, loudspeakers and live music in kiosks without official permits. Critics warned of the threat to livelihoods of many musicians and local vendors. Rio's city government rescinded parts of the decree including the strict regulation of live musical performances and the ban on glass bottles in kiosks. Owners of beach huts will be permitted to display names — not only numbers — as long as they follow an established format. 'Music will return to the beaches,' said Julio Trindade, who works as a DJ in the kiosks and campaigned against the measure. ' Rio's beaches are known worldwide and they deserve a soundtrack.' Other measures including the ban on loudspeakers and the crackdown on unregulated sales of food and drink will remain in place, the city government said in a statement. 'The city remains vigilant over our beaches to ensure that public order is maintained and that public spaces continue to be respected,' Rio's secretary of public order, Brenno Carnevale, said in a statement. Paes said the restrictions on live music had been introduced because some kiosks were playing music above permitted volumes and beyond the 10 p.m. cut-off time. 'Anyone who doesn't respect the rules will face a fine of 1,000 reais (around $180) for the first infraction, a fine of 2,000 reais for the second. And on the third, we'll cancel the license and change the owner of the kiosk,' the mayor said. The United Street Vendors' Movement, which protested Tuesday in the municipal assembly, later said it met with assembly president Carlos Caiado. 'We secured a crucial step forward: the creation of a working group with the participation of street vendor representatives to discuss safety, sanitary regulations and most importantly, the legalization of our category,' the movement said.
Associated Press
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
Rio's mayor loosens restrictions on live beach music after an outcry
RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — Rio de Janeiro's mayor on Tuesday loosened new restrictions on live music on the city's beaches after many people warned of a threat to the dynamic cultural scene. Mayor Eduardo Paes earlier this month introduced the measures and reinforced existing ones, citing the need to protect public safety and the environment and promote peaceful relations between tourists and residents. The measures, due to come into effect on Sunday, outlawed food and drink sales, chair rentals, loudspeakers and live music in kiosks without official permits. Critics warned of the threat to livelihoods of many musicians and local vendors. Rio's city government rescinded parts of the decree including the strict regulation of live musical performances and the ban on glass bottles in kiosks. Owners of beach huts will be permitted to display names — not only numbers — as long as they follow an established format. 'Music will return to the beaches,' said Julio Trindade, who works as a DJ in the kiosks and campaigned against the measure. ' Rio's beaches are known worldwide and they deserve a soundtrack.' Other measures including the ban on loudspeakers and the crackdown on unregulated sales of food and drink will remain in place, the city government said in a statement. 'The city remains vigilant over our beaches to ensure that public order is maintained and that public spaces continue to be respected,' Rio's secretary of public order, Brenno Carnevale, said in a statement. Paes said the restrictions on live music had been introduced because some kiosks were playing music above permitted volumes and beyond the 10 p.m. cut-off time. 'Anyone who doesn't respect the rules will face a fine of 1,000 reais (around $180) for the first infraction, a fine of 2,000 reais for the second. And on the third, we'll cancel the license and change the owner of the kiosk,' the mayor said. The United Street Vendors' Movement, which protested Tuesday in the municipal assembly, later said it met with assembly president Carlos Caiado. 'We secured a crucial step forward: the creation of a working group with the participation of street vendor representatives to discuss safety, sanitary regulations and most importantly, the legalization of our category,' the movement said.
Nahar Net
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Nahar Net
No more samba on the strand? Rio de Janeiro to limit live music on beaches
by Naharnet Newsdesk 27 May 2025, 15:12 If you have been to Rio de Janeiro' beaches, this probably sounds familiar: samba music drifting from a nearby kiosk, caipirinha cocktails sold by hawkers, chairs sprawled across the sand. Now that may become harder to find, unless the vendors have the right permits. Mayor Eduardo Paes issued a decree in mid-May establishing new rules for the city's waterfront saying he wants to preserve urban order, public safety and the environment, as well as promote peaceful relations between tourists and residents. The new measures are due to come into force on June 1, and they outlaw food and drink sales, chair rentals, loudspeakers and even live music in kiosks without official permits. Also, beach huts will only be allowed to have a number rather than the often-creative names many are currently known by. Some have welcomed the move to tackle what they perceive as chaotic activity on the beach, but others say the decree threatens Rio's dynamic beach culture and the livelihoods of many musicians and local vendors who may find it difficult or impossible to get permits. The move to regulate music on Rio's beachfronts has particularly struck a nerve. "It's difficult to imagine Rio de Janeiro without bossa nova, without samba on the beach," said Julio Trindade, who works as a DJ in the kiosks. "While the world sings the Girl from Ipanema, we won't be able to play it on the beach." The restrictions on music amounts to "silencing the soul of the waterfront. It compromises the spirit of a democratic, musical, vibrant, and authentic Rio," Orla Rio, a concessionaire who manages more than 300 kiosks, said in a statement. Can this be stopped or changed? Some are seeking ways to stop the implementation of the decree or at least modify it to allow live music without a permit. But so far to little avail. The nonprofit Brazilian Institute of Citizenship, which defends social and consumer rights, filed a lawsuit last week requesting the suspension of the articles restricting live music, claiming that the measure compromises the free exercise of economic activity. A judge ruled that the group is not a legitimate party to present a complaint, and the nonprofit is appealing the decision. Also last week, Rio's municipal assembly discussed a bill that aims to regulate the use of the coastline, including beaches and boardwalks. It backs some aspects of the decree such as restricting amplified music on the sand but not the requirement that kiosks have permits for live musicians. The proposal still needs to formally be voted on, and it's not clear if that will happen before June 1. If approved, the bill will take precedence over the decree. Economic activity on Rio's beaches, excluding kiosks, bars and restaurants, generates an estimated 4 billion reais (around $710 million) annually, according to a 2022 report by Rio's City Hall. Millions of foreigners and locals hit Rio's beaches every year and many indulge in sweet corn, grilled cheese or even a bikini or electronic devices sold by vendors on the sprawling sands. Local councilwoman Dani Balbi lashed out against the bill on social media. "What's the point of holding big events with international artists and neglecting the people who create culture every day in the city?" she said last week on Instagram, in reference to the huge concerts by Lady Gaga earlier this month and Madonna last year. "Forcing stallholders to remove the name of their businesses and replace it with numbers compromises the brand identity and the loyalty of customers, who use that location as a reference," Balbi added. Anger, fear and sadness News of the decree seeking to crack down on unregistered hawkers provoked ripples of anger and fear among peddlers. "It's tragic," said Juan Marcos, a 24-year-old who sells prawns on sticks on Copacabana beach and lives in a nearby favela, or low-income urban community. "We rush around madly, all to bring a little income into the house. What are we going to do now?" City Hall doesn't give enough permits to hawkers on the beach, said Maria de Lourdes do Carmo, 50, who heads the United Street Vendors' Movement — known by its acronym MUCA. "We need authorizations, but they're not given," said Lourdes do Carmo, who is known as Maria of the Street Vendors. The city government did not respond to a request for the number of authorizations given last year. Following the outcry, the city government emphasized that some rules were already in place in a May 21 statement. The town hall added that it is talking to all affected parties to understand their demands and is considering adjustments. Maria Lucia Silva, a 65-year-old resident of Copacabana who was walking back from the seafront with a pink beach chair under her arm, said she had been expecting City Hall to act. "Copacabana is a neighborhood for elderly people (… ). Nobody pays a very high property tax or absurd rents to have such a huge mess," Silva said, slamming the noise and pollution on the beach. For Rebecca Thompson, 53, who hails from Wales and was again visiting Rio after a five-week trip last year, the frenzy is part of the charm. "There's vibrancy, there's energy. For me, there's always been a strong sense of community and acceptance. I think it would be very sad if that were to go," she said.
Yahoo
7 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
No more samba on the strand? Rio de Janeiro aims to curb unauthorised vendors and noise on beaches
If you have been to Rio de Janeiro' beaches, this probably sounds familiar: samba music drifting from a nearby kiosk, caipirinha cocktails sold by hawkers, chairs sprawled across the sand. Now that may become harder to find, unless the vendors have the right permits. Mayor Eduardo Paes issued a decree in mid-May establishing new rules for the city's waterfront saying he wants to preserve urban order, public safety and the environment, as well as promote peaceful relations between tourists and residents. The new measures are due to come into force on 1 June, and they outlaw food and drink sales, chair rentals, loudspeakers and even live music in kiosks without official permits. Related Travel insurance expert warns these common holiday activities often aren't covered by standard plans Throwing a party in an Airbnb this summer? Here's how the platform plans to stop you Beach huts will only be allowed to have a number rather than the often-creative names many are currently known by. Some have welcomed the move to tackle what they perceive as chaotic activity on the beach, but others say the decree threatens Rio's dynamic beach culture and the livelihoods of many musicians and local vendors who may find it difficult or impossible to get permits. The move to regulate music on Rio's beachfronts has struck a particular nerve. 'It's difficult to imagine Rio de Janeiro without bossa nova, without samba on the beach,' said Julio Trindade, who works as a DJ in the kiosks. 'While the world sings the Girl from Ipanema, we won't be able to play it on the beach.' The restrictions on music amounts to 'silencing the soul of the waterfront. It compromises the spirit of a democratic, musical, vibrant, and authentic Rio,' Orla Rio, a concessionaire who manages more than 300 kiosks, said in a statement. Some are seeking ways to stop the implementation of the decree or at least modify it to allow live music without a permit. But so far to little avail. The nonprofit Brazilian Institute of Citizenship, which defends social and consumer rights, filed a lawsuit last week requesting the suspension of the articles restricting live music, claiming that the measure compromises the free exercise of economic activity. A judge ruled that the group is not a legitimate party to present a complaint, and the nonprofit is appealing the decision. Last week, Rio's municipal assembly discussed a bill that aims to regulate the use of the coastline, including beaches and boardwalks. It backs some aspects of the decree such as restricting amplified music on the sand but not the requirement that kiosks have permits for live musicians. The proposal still needs to formally be voted on, and it's not clear if that will happen before 1 June. If approved, the bill will take precedence over the decree. Economic activity on Rio's beaches, excluding kiosks, bars and restaurants, generates an estimated 4 billion reais (around €621 million) annually, according to a 2022 report by Rio's City Hall. Millions of foreigners and locals hit Rio's beaches every year and many indulge in sweet corn, grilled cheese or even a bikini or electronic devices sold by vendors on the sprawling sands. Local councilwoman Dani Balbi lashed out against the bill on social media. 'What's the point of holding big events with international artists and neglecting the people who create culture every day in the city?' she said last week on Instagram, in reference to the huge concerts by Lady Gaga earlier this month and Madonna last year. 'Forcing stallholders to remove the name of their businesses and replace it with numbers compromises the brand identity and the loyalty of customers, who use that location as a reference,' Balbi added. News of the decree seeking to crack down on unregistered hawkers provoked ripples of anger and fear among peddlers. 'It's tragic,' said Juan Marcos, a 24-year-old who sells prawns on sticks on Copacabana beach and lives in a nearby favela, or low-income urban community. 'We rush around madly, all to bring a little income into the house. What are we going to do now?' City Hall doesn't give enough permits to hawkers on the beach, said Maria de Lourdes do Carmo, 50, who heads the United Street Vendors' Movement — known by its acronym MUCA. Related 'Inequality and infinite growth': Canary Islands anti-tourism protests reignite amid record arrivals Yes, you can still visit Barcelona. Here's how to do it more responsibly 'We need authorisations, but they're not given,' said Lourdes do Carmo, who is known as Maria of the Street Vendors. The city government did not respond to a request for the number of authorisations given last year. Following the outcry, the city government emphasised that some rules were already in place in a 21 May statement. The town hall added that it is talking to all affected parties to understand their demands and is considering adjustments. Maria Lucia Silva, a 65-year-old resident of Copacabana who was walking back from the seafront with a pink beach chair under her arm, said she had been expecting City Hall to act. 'Copacabana is a neighbourhood for elderly people (… ). Nobody pays a very high property tax or absurd rents to have such a huge mess,' Silva said, slamming the noise and pollution on the beach. For Rebecca Thompson, 53, who hails from Wales and was visiting Rio again after a five-week trip last year, the frenzy is part of the charm. 'There's vibrancy, there's energy. For me, there's always been a strong sense of community and acceptance. I think it would be very sad if that were to go,' she said.
