Four years on from the dazzling 2012 Games, the Olympic spirit is returning to London at 'Brazil Day' taking place in Trafalgar Square on Saturday 10 September.

This free event taking place from 12.00 – 7pm is a celebration of the Olympic and Paralympic Games and a chance to enjoy a taste of Brazil's culture, passion and vibrancy in central London.

Bringing together athletes from more than 200 nations in a celebration of sport, this is the first time the Olympic and Paralympic Games have been held in South America warranting a proper UK celebration.

Brazil Day 2016 will be an unmissable opportunity to celebrate the Rio Games and enjoy Brazilian music, DJs, sport, and more. The music will reflect the cultural diversity of Brazil – from alluring bossa nova to the powerful beat of samba creating a street-carnival atmosphere in Trafalgar Square; so much so that even Lord Nelson will be tapping his feet! There will also be a sporting dimension, with interactive games, and highlights of Rio 2016 shown on a giant screen.

Visitors can enjoy traditional Brazilian flavours with food stalls selling Brazilian street food and refreshments. Visitors should seek out the churrasco barbecue, Amazonian superfood açaí, pão de queijo (cheesebread), and many other Brazilian treats.

Brazil Day 2016 is being organised by the Embassy of Brazil in London in partnership with Brazil's Ministry of Sport and the Brazilian Trade and Investment Promotion Agency (APEX). The event is supported by the Mayor of London.

The Rio Olympic Games will take place from August 5 to 21, and the Paralympics from September 7 to 18.  

Brazil Day is proud to offer a range of accessible areas.

For more information, please visit the Brazil Day Facebook Page.

To follow updates on social media, please search for #BrazilDay2016

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