Vinicius's birthday was on 12/7. However, it wasn't until after Real Madrid's loss to PSG in the FIFA Club World Cup semi-final that the Brazilian forward returned home to rest and finalize preparations for this extravagant event.

Vinicius turned a section of Rio de Janeiro into "Vini World" to celebrate his 25th birthday, complete with carnival games and a performance from rapper Travis Scott. Photo: Instagram / vinijr

After weeks of preparation, Vinicius marked his 25th birthday with "Vini World" in the upscale Vargem Pequena neighborhood of Rio de Janeiro. The party featured live entertainment, games, samba performances, an international food buffet, and a giant bust of the forward himself.

With significant investment, the Lajedo arena was transformed into a massive party space with elaborate decor, multiple themed areas, a live stage, and countless custom-designed neon signs displaying the nickname "Big 7", after Vinicius's jersey number for Real Madrid and the Brazilian national team.

After passing through the entrance and under a large banner reading "Baila Vini Jr, 25 years old", guests were led into a vast open area filled with lights, music, and a multitude of entertainment options, from food stalls and DJs to a pirate ship and a Ferris wheel.

The giant bust of Vinicius. Photo: Instagram / vinijr

Joining Vinicius's family and friends were his Real Madrid teammates Eduardo Camavinga and Eder Militao. The guest list also included American rapper Travis Scott, who spent several days in Rio de Janeiro with Vinicius before performing live at the party alongside the Brazilian forward.

According to photos posted on the 25-year-old forward's Instagram account, guests were also given custom-designed t-shirts in various colors, all bearing the "Baila Vini Jr" branding on the front.

Vinicius (left) on stage with American rapper Travis Scott. Photo: Instagram / vinijr

The centerpiece of the party was a giant bust of Vinicius, split in two and positioned above the stage where the musical artists performed. The towering bust was illuminated with shimmering blue, purple, and red lights, and even featured the forward's signature eyebrow slit and gold earrings. His "Big 7" iconography was also incorporated into the statue, placed on a large pedestal at the back of the area.

This was inspired by a similar golden statue that Travis Scott erected at the entrance to his Astroworld Festival, allowing attendees to walk through the statue's mouth and into the venue.

Vinicius poses with three models on a beach in Brazil. Photo: Instagram / Dania Mendez

Vinicius also attracted attention when he was photographed with three models: Dania Mendez (Mexico), Catherine Bascoy, and Maria Luizza (Brazil) on a Rio de Janeiro beach. Dania Mendez posted the pictures on Instagram with the message "I feel more Brazilian".

Vinicius will have a three-week summer break before joining Real Madrid for pre-season training. The Spanish giants will kick off the 2025-2026 La Liga season against Osasuna at the Bernabeu stadium on 19/8. They wanted to postpone this match to give the players more rest after the FIFA Club World Cup, but La Liga refused.

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