Winter heats up tourism and economy in the Serrana de Macaé Region with festivals

Winter tourism shakes up the economy and cultural calendar in the Serra de Macaé Moises Heguedus - Communication Winter has transformed the Macaé Mountain Region into one of the most sought after destinations by residents and visitors in search of a mild climate, gastronomy, culture and contact with nature. The mountain districts are experiencing a period of intense tourist activity, driven by a calendar that combines traditional festivals, religious events, sporting activities and cultural events. The flow of visitors directly strengthens the local economy, generating revenue for commerce, hotels, crafts and rural tourism. The district of Sana hosted, on July 11th, the Arraiá do CRIASANA, which featured performances by the Enchanted Giants of Sana, the show "Chuva de Prata", dances and typical food. Then, on the 17th and 18th of July, the town will host the 2026 Winter Festival, promoted by Sesc in partnership with the municipal administration, expanding the season's cultural offer. Macaé Mountain Region consolidates itself as one of the main winter tourist destinations in Rio de Janeiro Ana Chaffin - Comunicação In addition to seasonal events, the region stands out for its environmental assets. Inserted in an Environmental Protection Area (APA), Sana contains waterfalls, rivers, trails and famous rock formations, such as Pico do Peito do Pombo. The natural infrastructure also supports adventure sports, such as rafting and canoeing, consolidating ecotourism as one of the pillars of the municipality's sustainable development. All programming prepared for this period reinforces Macaé's tourism potential, boosts the local economy, strengthens commerce and generates opportunities for entrepreneurs, rural producers and the service sector, benefiting residents and visitors. With a unique combination of preserved nature, cultural events, gastronomy, hospitality and traditional events, the Mountain Region has established itself as one of the main winter tourist destinations in the State of Rio de Janeiro.