being a mere 136 kilometers from rio de janeiro city, nova friburgo his also home to that party spirit that rio de janeiro is so famous for, evident from the numerous festivals that are held throughout the year in the city - here we listed some of interest for anyone in the area looking to discover valuable options and alternatives. 

the vila mozer festival is one of the cities numerous food celebrations, focusing on traditional cuisine, this festival was started by the mozer family, who would sell special cornbread, using a recipe from their swiss ancestors - once a quiet affair, it now attracts hundreds of visitors to this small part of the city.