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Ibirapuera Gymnasium venue for the Opening and Closing Ceremonies

20 March 2015

One of the most famous stages of cultural and sporting events in the capital city, the Ibirapuera Gymnasium, has been confirmed as the host of the Opening and Closing Ceremonies.

On 11 August, starting at 19:00, it will receive the Delegations, Competitors, families, students, national and international authorities, sponsors, partners, special guests and media. An estimated 8,500 people will be present and there will be cultural performances and presentations, the traditional ‘Parade of Nations’, and a special Brazilian show.

Five days later, on 16 August, the gymnasium will host the Closing Ceremonies where the medals are awarded. With the same expected audience as the Opening Ceremony, the highlights of the Closing Ceremonies include retrospective videos of the event, the official hand over of the WorldSkills flag to the next Competition Organizer (United Arab Emirates in 2017), speeches, medal presentation, closing performances and more!


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