Rio De Janeiro Set to Limit Music and Activity on Its Beaches with Controversial Decree

Rio de Janeiro set to limit music and activity on its beaches with controversial decree

Rio de Janeiro, one of the world’s most iconic beach cities, is set to tighten rules governing activities on its shores, with a suite of controversial regulations that authorities say will improve public order and safety, and protect the environment. Mayor Eduardo Paes has issued a 16-point decree, due to come into force from 1 June 2025, meaning anyone wanting to host events, play music out loud, sell refreshments, or rent out chairs will need …

The measure will be implemented from June 1st. The decree was signed in mid-May by Mayor Eduardo Paes, who through this measure seeks to preserve urban order, as well as public safety and the environment. Read more

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A new rule imposed by the municipality of Rio de Janeiro could change the experiences in the Brazilian city forever. This because from June 1st music could be banned on the different beaches. And to that adds that street vendors will not be allowed to tour the different spas. Although many celebrate the idea because it would allow a quieter stay in the country of the caipirinas and samba, the truth is that many cariocas protest that the measure …

Samba, street vendors and kiosks with picturesque names could disappear from Brazil's most famous beaches. As of June 1st, a new regulation of the City Council of Rio de Janeiro prohibits live music, sale without permission and all non-regulated commercial activities on the coast. The measure threatens the cultural and economic core of iconic places such as Copacabana and [...] The post New law could silence the "being of Rio de Janeiro" first a…