The
Fairmont Rio de Janeiro Copacabana will host its traditional
Masked Ball – Verão Maravilha, featuring an exclusive menu by chef
Jérôme Dardillac, signature cocktails by
Cassiano Melo and a special concert by
Ludmilla.
A summer-inspired fine dining experience
Held on February 20, the event revisits the glamour of historic Carnival balls, blending live music with a refined gastronomic journey. Inspired by the
Verão Maravilha theme, the chef designed a menu centered on light, fresh ingredients such as fish, seafood, fruits and greens, with contemporary preparations and low-calorie options. The dinner will be served at themed stations throughout the night. At the
Sea & Antipasti Showcase, guests will find
salmon ceviche with leche de tigre,
tuna crudo with Aperol ponzu and a
Grana Padano parmesan wheel. The hot buffet features
confit cod,
shrimp rice stew and a fragrant
hearts-of-palm curry with coconut milk and lemongrass.
Desserts, chocolate art and signature drinks
Desserts include a
caipirinha pavlova,
chilled cake with pineapple compote and a Belgian chocolate table adorned with artistic sculptures, echoing the tropical sweetness of Rio’s summer. Guests will also enjoy a tropical fruit buffet with
mangosteen, rambutan and pitaya, plus a
Coa e CO gelato cart. Behind the bar, mixologist
Cassiano Melo crafted a cocktail list inspired by the Verão Maravilha theme. Highlights include the
Lillet Spritz (Lillet Blanc, tonic water, orange and thyme), the
Gold Rush (The Glenlivet 12-Year whisky, honey syrup and Sicilian lemon) and the signature
Verão Maravilha, made with Beefeater 24 gin, pineapple, raspberry, lemon and bitters. The
Dancing Queen features Pindorama Prata cachaça, ginger, lemon and Perrier, while
Studio 54 combines Absolut vodka, blue curaçao syrup, pineapple and rose water; the alcohol-free
Abre Alas mixes tangerine cordial, Sicilian lemon and Perrier.
Studio 54 spirit meets Rio Carnival
The
Verão Maravilha concept fuses Rio’s Carnival energy with the daring aesthetics of the legendary
Studio 54, the 1977 New York nightclub that became a symbol of fashion, music, art and hedonism. The ball embraces nostalgia, tropical exuberance and Brazilian identity in the heart of Copacabana. Organized in partnership with
Camarote Arpoador, the ball takes place on the Friday before the Champions’ Parade and features
Ludmilla on stage, joined by the
Grande Rio drum section and guest DJs. Dancer and creator
Brunna Gonçalves will be the evening’s muse, highlighting female protagonism and artistic strength at the event. Guests will also find a tropical fruit and gelato station, plus an
After Hours corner serving broths, Fairmont mini cheeseburgers and assorted artisanal pizzas, ensuring energy and comfort until 4 a.m.
Service
Event: Baile de Máscaras Fairmont Rio – Verão Maravilha
Date: Friday, February 20, 2026 – 9 p.m. to 4 a.m.
Venue: Fairmont Rio de Janeiro Copacabana – Av. Atlântica, 4240, Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro – RJ
Tickets: sales via Ticketmaster.
