Major career and health innovation events scheduled in Manaus and Rio de Janeiro

Two major professional and educational events are scheduled in Brazil. In Manaus, the Feira Norte do Estudante (FNE) 2026 begins this Wednesday, running through Friday at the Manaus Plaza Shopping Convention Center. The free event features over 50 lectures and workshops covering topics such as artificial intelligence, entrepreneurship, mental health, and career preparation. Organizers expect up to 3,000 daily visitors and have implemented the ‘Carona Pro Futuro’ project to provide transportation for public school students.

In Rio de Janeiro, the fisweek festival, a major Latin American event focused on health innovation and entrepreneurship, will take place from November 11 to 13 at Axia Marina da Glória. The third edition expects 15,000 participants and will host over 500 speakers, including startups, investors, and researchers. The event will run alongside the Rio Health Forum, which will occupy a dedicated space at the Museum of Modern Art.