prizes are awarded for the best film, director, screenplay and most popular in addition to the curta cabo frio trophy, which is given to the best locally-produced film.

always on the cutting edge of technology, it is one of the first film festivals to allow videos made on mobile devices and cameras.    

held in september, the festival internacional de dança de cabo frio (cabo frio international dance festival) recently completed its 10th edition, with more than 80 dance companies from all corners of brazil and the world coming to participate.

lasting six days, the festival is an opportunity for different troupes to compete according to their styles, including jazz, classical, contemporary, and freestyle, while also providing an environment for dancers, teachers, choreographers and aficionados to meet and exchange ideas.