The Latin America Memorial will host 'Arraial no Memorial' on July 18th and 19th, an event that brings together various gastronomic festivals, including those for Strawberries, Arabic Food, Slices, and Soups. The schedule is planned to run daily between 11 am and 9 pm and will feature over 100 exhibitors.
Event Structure and Attractions
In addition to shopping areas and a children's space, there will be a large screen dedicated to broadcasting the World Cup final. The Strawberry Festival will offer desserts made with the fruit, such as cakes, pastries, and meringues, in addition to allowing the sale of fresh fruit by producers. Beverage options include milkshakes, blended drinks, and non-alcoholic cocktails, and for those seeking distinct flavors, coxinha and escondidinho with strawberry will be available.
Arabic Gastronomy and Dances
The Arabic Fair will present traditional Middle Eastern dishes, such as shawarma, falafel, and kebab, complemented by nut and pistachio-based sweets. Entertainment will be enhanced by the presence of oracles, who will perform tarot, palm, and coffee grounds readings. Belly dance performances are also confirmed, with Group Gaia performing on Saturday, and on Sunday, dancers Alana Johari, Claudine Mendes, Dani Freire, and Kalila will put on shows for the public.
Other Gastronomic Options and Culture
A themed area will house handicrafts, Arabic perfumes, incense, and spots for henna and flash tattoos. The Soup and Slice festivals will complete the offerings, featuring over ten types of broths, such as canja and cassava cream, catering to vegan and vegetarian options. The cake menu ranges from chocolate to red velvet.
Cultural and Junina Programming
The fair will also include typical Junina festival delicacies, such as pamonha and curau. The cultural agenda includes musical shows and quadrilha performances starting at 12 pm. The children's area will have activities starting from R$ 25, with access to rides costing R$ 50. On Sunday at 4 pm, the public can watch the World Cup final on the large screen.
Detailed Daily Schedule
On Saturday (18th), the program begins at 12 pm with Lampião and Maria Bonita, followed by Trio Carito at 12:30 pm. At 4 pm, there will be José Di Zé, and at 5:30 pm, the São Pedro Quadrilha. Later, Joanah Flor will perform at 6:30 pm, and the day will conclude with the Elegance Quadrilha at 8:15 pm.
On Sunday (19th), the day will start at 11:45 am with Lampião and Maria Bonita, followed by Forró Duart at 12 pm. Fátima Santos will perform at 2 pm, and the Tio Cris Quadrilha will take place at 3:20 pm. From 4 pm to 6 pm, the World Cup match will be broadcast, followed by the Tia Valdelice Quadrilha at 6:20 pm, and the closing will be with Dolgas & Sandrinho at 7:30 pm.
Practical Information
The event will take place at the Latin America Memorial, located at Avenida Mário de Andrade, 664, Barra Funda. Admission is free, and the event will run on July 18th and 19th, from 11 am to 9 pm.
