the famous feira de são cristóvão is is a massive open-air market held at the centro luiz gonzaga de tradições nordestinas, in the são cristóvão neighborhood - a lot more than just a market, this fair is a precious chance to have great fun and to experience authentic music and food from northeastern brazil.

with almost 700 stalls, restaurants, bars, and shops, the market creates its own small universe, where shoppers can find literally everything on their list - these stalls and shops sells everything from technical gadgets and appliances, to craft goods, artisan pottery, and delicious food from the northeast of brazil.

while these stands and shops may be endless in their offerings, the general theme remains the same - the food, music, and art all have a focus on the northeastern region of brazil. 

hammocks, medicinal plants and herbs, as well as spices, and a series of dvd films, are all sold at a reduced price - there are also kareoke bars where cariocas gather with friends during the weekends and sing-a-long to their favorite tunes while drinking an ice cold national beer.