Logo of the Year of Brazil in France 2025
The France–Brazil Season 2025 (or “Saison France–Brésil 2025”) is a joint cultural initiative between Brazil and France to celebrate 200 years of diplomatic relations between the two countries. With more than 300 events, the program aims to strengthen bilateral ties, highlight Brazilian cultural diversity, and showcase the economic impact of the cultural sector.Saison France-Brésil 2025”) é uma iniciativa cultural conjunta entre Brasil e França para celebrar 200 anos de relações diplomáticas entre os dois países. Com mais de 300 atrações, a programação busca fortalecer os laços bilaterais, valorizar a diversidade cultural brasileira e evidenciar o impacto econômico do setor cultural.
The program was divided into two complementary phases. The first took place in France, from April to September, and was dedicated to presenting the richness of Brazilian culture to the French public. The second takes place in Brazil, from August to December, offering an immersion into French culture and strengthening cultural exchange between the two countries.
The season was built around three main pillars: ecological transition, focusing on issues such as forest preservation and the hosting of COP30 in Belém; democracy; and an inclusive society, with a strong emphasis on Africa.
Between April and September 2025, the season in France brought Brazilian culture to more than 50 cities, in one of the largest celebrations ever held in the country. The French public enjoyed musical performances by major artists such as Seu Jorge, who celebrated the 20th anniversary of the album Cruas well as Lenine, Hermeto Pascoal, and Egberto Gismonti. Exhibitions by Brazilian artists from different generations, including Lygia Pape, Cildo Meireles, and Anna Maria Maiolino, were also featured. One of the most striking moments was theCarnaval Tropical Brasil” parade, which took over the Champs-Élysées with Brazilian colors, rhythms, and energy. Paris also hosted a gastronomic festival at Carreau du Temple, showcasing authentic Brazilian flavors, while film screenings and academic cooperation initiatives—including a joint Amazonian orchestra project between Brazil and French Guiana—further strengthened cultural exchange between the countries.
Photos by My from Sortiraparis
Between August and December 2025, the France–Brazil Season presented an extensive program across several regions of the country, bringing together around 300 events distributed across 15 Brazilian cities. The activities, which included arts, cinema, music, fashion, gastronomy, and debates, addressed central themes such as the environment and ecological transition, diversity with a strong dialogue with Africa, and democracy. Some initiatives already carried out demonstrated the strength of this cultural exchange, while others continue to energize the calendar with proposals that combine culture, reflection, and cooperation between the two countries.
Photo: Divulgação / www.cultura.pr.gov.br
One of the highlights of the season’s programming in Brazil was the event held on September 18 at the Paranaense Museum, which welcomed the France–Brazil Season 2025 with an evening entirely dedicated to dialogue between art, ecology, and African ancestry. The multidisciplinary event brought together a roundtable discussion, a musical performance, and the opening of the exhibitionCoisas vivasstrengthening cultural ties between Brazil, France, and the African continent. The panel discussed the relationships between ecology and socio-racial structures, with the participation of Maya Mihindou, Blick Bassy, and Diambe, moderated by curator Renato Menezes. The audience also attended a concert by Blick Bassy, marked by ancestry and transatlantic sounds, and visited the exhibition featuring works by Ayrson Heráclito and Diambe, which propose new Afro-diasporic perspectives based on care, healing, and a critique of colonialism. The event, held in partnership with French and Brazilian institutions, reinforced MUPA’s role as a space for encounters, reflection, and multiple voices.
Photo: Sergio Moraes / COP30
COP30 was held in Belém, Pará, bringing together representatives from 195 countries to discuss global actions against the climate crisis. The event featured debates on forest preservation, energy transition, climate finance, and environmental justice. After days of negotiations, the conference concluded with the approval of the so-called “Belém Package,” a set of commitments aimed at strengthening environmental protection and international support for more vulnerable countries. COP30 highlighted the importance of the Amazon for global climate balance and reinforced Brazil’s leadership in global environmental discussions.
With a diverse program marked by transformative encounters, the France–Brazil Season 2025 will leave a legacy of cooperation, dialogue, and cultural appreciation. The year has been defined by connections that expanded horizons, strengthened relations between the two countries, and paved the way for new partnerships across different areas. More than celebrating 200 years of diplomatic ties, the initiative demonstrated the power of culture as a bridge between peoples, histories, and shared futures.
Source: Gov.br, rfi.fr, Sortiraparis, O Globo, Instagram Festival Mix Brasil, and the Embassy of France in Brazil.
