polo novo rio organizes the fair, an association focused on preserving and revitalizing many of rio's historic areas and monuments. solo musicians and bands play traditional tunes, mostly samba and choro, and there are sometimes dancers entertaining the throngs of visitors.

like at the hippie fair, there is also delicious traditional street food on offer, so bargain hunters can line their stomachs before hitting the famed clubs and bars of bohemian lapa.