The “#100doCopa” events

Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio De Janeiro Celebrates Its Centenary With The Launch Of A Year-Long Programme Of Arts, Gastronomy And Cultural Events

JANUARY 2023 – The Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel in Rio de Janeiro, will commemorate its 100th anniversary with the launch of an annual arts, gastronomy, and cultural program that will run through 2023. The "#100doCopa" events will reflect the city's contagious energy, which has been celebrated at the hotel for a century. Copacabana Palace's centennial promises to be nothing short of unforgettable, with highlights including the iconic Carnival Ball in February, an exclusive guest-chef series, and star-studded special events that toast the hotel's storied history and sparkling future.

Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio De Janeiro

Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio De Janeiro

Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio De Janeiro

Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio De Janeiro

Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio De Janeiro

#100doCopa: CINEMATOGRAPHIC CELEBRATIONS

#100doCopa: CINEMATOGRAPHIC CELEBRATIONS

#100doCopa: CINEMATOGRAPHIC CELEBRATIONS

#100doCopa: CINEMATOGRAPHIC CELEBRATIONS

#100doCopa: CINEMATOGRAPHIC CELEBRATIONS

#100doCopa: CINEMATOGRAPHIC CELEBRATIONS

#100doCopa: CINEMATOGRAPHIC CELEBRATIONS

#100doCopa: CINEMATOGRAPHIC CELEBRATIONS

#100doCopa: CINEMATOGRAPHIC CELEBRATIONS

#100doCopa: CINEMATOGRAPHIC CELEBRATIONS

#100doCopa: CINEMATOGRAPHIC CELEBRATIONS

#100doCopa: CINEMATOGRAPHIC CELEBRATIONS

The #100doCopa festivities began on New Year's Eve with the legendary "White & Gold" party. This year's theme honors the Brazilian tradition of wearing white at the turn of the year to bring good fortune, while gold pays homage to Copa's pioneering party spirit.

Patrcia Vaks, one of the city's most celebrated décor artists, adorned the landmark hotel's fabulous halls and pool area with seasonal flowers and a light show of colors. Local bands Jazz com Bossa and Studio Pop performed in the Golden Room, followed by a DJ lineup that included Ronnie Borges, Vincent Chicha, and Marisa D'Amato. The hotel's terraces welcomed guests at midnight to enjoy the glittering view of the fireworks.

FAMED FESTAS

February brings the joy of Rio Carnival - an annual kaleidoscopic delight since the 1650s, rooted in the very fabric of Brazilian tradition and regarded as the biggest party in the world. To mark the occasion, Copacabana Palace has been hosting the Copa Magic Ball since 1924, with famous guests including Jayne Mansfield, Brigitte Bardot and Joan Fontaine. The much-anticipated 2023 edition will be held on 18 February, to the innovative theme of ‘The Time Tunnel’. Guests are invited to travel back in time or look to the future, choosing a moment from 1923 to 2123. Artistic director, Gustavo Barchilon, known for his sophisticated productions, will work together with renowned scenographer, Daniel Cruz, to create the most exhilarating ball to date.

August 2023 To commemorate the official centennial of Copacabana Palace, the red carpet will be rolled out for a spectacular party dedicated to Rio residents, with a special surprise to be revealed closer to the time. This will allow the hotel to invite the community to celebrate not only Copa's centennial, but also the legendary city itself.

“We are proud to celebrate 100 years of Copa and are grateful to the long-serving hotel team who have helped us reach this wonderful milestone. It is thanks to everyone’s passion and love for “Copa” that we are today regarded as a Rio landmark, a cultural monument that reflects the city’s vibrant spirit, throughout its walls. We look forward to the next chapter.” says Ulisses Marreiros, General Manager of Copacabana Palace.

A NEW CHAPTER FOR THE ARTS

Alongside the hotel sits the Copacabana Palace Theatre, considered one of the greatest stages in Brazil. Closed for nearly three decades, over the past two years, Belmond in collaboration with a leading Brazilian architect, Ivan Rezende, completed the painstaking restoration, involving more than 600 craftspeople over 18 different disciplines, from woodcarvers to designers and carpenters. Having recently reopened, the Theatre plays host to Rio’s series of creative and cultural performances and in 2023, will return to its full glory with curated performances and concerts of the century, marking a new chapter for the cultural scene in the city.

Later in 2023, Belmond will deepen its connection to art with the expansion of the MITICO project – an artist series in partnership with Galleria Continua, across the globe. Following the success of the 2022 first edition in Italy, new installations will arrive at Copacabana Palace.

COLOURFUL CUISINE

Copacabana Palace is a gastronomic hub, home to two Michelin-starred restaurants: the contemporary pan-Asian MEE and Italian destination Ristorante Hotel Cipriani, led by the Italian chef Nello Cassese; as well as the charming Pérgula, one of the city’s most celebrated Carioca restaurants, serving authentic South American fare overlooking the city’s most glamourous swimming pool and Copacabana Beach.

Throughout the commemorative year, the restaurants will host important guest chefs and gastronomic events, while the already prestigious “Master Series”, a collection of events that bring renowned chefs to cook alongside the in-house team, will welcome big names in international cuisine for the first time in its history. The first guest chef confirmed for 2023 is Virgilio Martinez, from the award-winning “Central” restaurant in Lima, Peru - named No.1 at Latin America's 50 Best Restaurants 2022 awards ceremony.

A CARIOCA ICON

The famed history of the most traditional and luxurious hotel in Rio de Janeiro began with its construction by businessman, Octávio Guinle, in 1923 - a suggestion from the then President of the Republic, Epitácio Pessoa. Designed by French architect, Joseph Gire and inspired by the famous Negresco hotels in Nice and the Carlton hotels in Cannes, Copacabana Palace, a Belmond Hotel, has been a symbol of excellence and hospitality in Brazil and around the world ever since. Located at the one of best-known addresses in the city, on the beachfront of Avenida Atlântica, the hotel has been the stage of major events in Rio, hosting kings, queens, presidents and celebrities.

ABOUT BELMOND

Belmond has been a pioneer of luxury travel for 46 years, building a passion for authentic escapes into a portfolio of one-of-a-kind experiences in some of the world’s most inspiring destinations.

Since the acquisition of the iconic Hotel Cipriani in Venice in 1976, Belmond has continued to perpetuate the legendary art of travel, taking discerning global travellers on breathtaking journeys. Its portfolio extends across 24 countries with 50 remarkable properties that include the illustrious Venice Simplon-Orient-Express train, remote beach retreats like Cap Juluca in Anguilla, Italian hideaways such as Splendido in Portofino, or unrivalled gateways to world natural wonders such as Hotel das Cataratas inside Brazil’s Iguazu National Park.

From trains to river barges, safari lodges to hotels, each unique property offers an incomparable experience with its own story to tell. The essence of the Belmond brand is built upon its heritage, craftsmanship and genuine, authentic service. Belmond sees its role as custodians of timeless heritage, dedicated to preserving its assets through sensitive ongoing restoration plans. Belmond is part of the world’s leading luxury group LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton.
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