Pirenópolis will host free gastronomic festival with music and chef classes from November 19 to 22

The first edition of the Italian Festival of Mato Grosso will take place in Cuiabá, Mato Grosso state, from Friday (13) to Sunday (15) at the Pantanal Events Center. Entry to the event is free with the condition of donating a package of pasta. The festival will bring together gastronomy, music, dance, and cultural events inspired by Italian traditions.

The program includes about 50 gastronomic and commercial points, among which there will be a food court, a fair of typical products, and a pasta festival. Guests can taste Roman and Neapolitan pizza, cheeses, sweets, gelato, and wine. Additionally, an exhibition of Italian cars will be presented on the festival grounds.

The festival is organized by the Italian Chamber of Commerce of São Paulo (ITALCAM) in collaboration with UP! Eventos. The organizers' goal is to increase the significance of the influence of Italian immigration in the state. The organizers expect to host about 30 thousand visitors over the three days.

On Friday (13), the program will start at 5:00 PM with the opening of the festival. Musical performances begin at 7:00 PM with the show La Vita è Musica by Cia. Sinfônica. At 8:30 PM, there will be a tarantella, a traditional Italian dance. The evening will conclude with the project Mixando Épocas, featuring DJs Rogê and accordionist Christian, at 9:00 PM.

On Saturday (14), the tarantella will return to the stage at 6:00 PM, followed by musician Zeca Lima at 7:00 PM. The program will continue with Alisson Rodrigues at 9:00 PM, and the DJ will start performing at 11:00 PM.

On Sunday (15), events will begin at 11:00 AM. Among the main events are performances by singer Fernanda Pavan at 12:30 PM and 5:00 PM, as well as Italian performer Mafalda Minnozzi, who will take the stage at 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM. Tarantella performances are also scheduled for 12:00 PM and 6:30 PM.

In addition to concerts, the festival will offer cooking and craft workshops. One of them will be dedicated to making Neapolitan pizza under the guidance of chef Nicco Siciliani, costing 447 reais for individual registration. Another workshop will teach ceramic painting techniques with instructor Dalva Zulli, priced at 290 reais per person. These two classes are paid and require prior registration, unlike the cultural performances, which are free.

The first Italian Festival of Mato Grosso will take place on November 13th and 14th from 5:00 PM to 12:00 AM, and on November 15th from 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM. The venue will be the Pantanal Events Center at Av. Bernardo Antônio de Oliveira Neto, s/n – Santa Marta, Cuiabá (MT). Entry is free with the donation of a package of pasta.

The Revelando SP Festival will take place in São Paulo from November 12 to 15, uniting culinary traditions, craft knowledge, and folk performances from 135 municipalities in the state. The event will be held at Parque do Trote, in Vila Guilherme, North Zone, and will be free, starting at 10 am for four days.

The main goal of the festival is to demonstrate the diversity of traditions that shape the identity of São Paulo residents, including influences from Caipira, Caixara, Tropeiros, Indigenous peoples, Gypsies, and Andeans.

In the gastronomic section, visitors can taste dishes and products from different parts of the state. These include Caipira coffee, rustic food, Caixara and Tropeiro dishes, sandwich with Bragantina linguica, and ribs. Homemade cookies and sweets, cheeses, juices, as well as artisanal wines and cachaça will also be presented.

A craft area will be dedicated to showcasing items made from ceramics, wood, iron, natural fibers, and leather. Baskets, toys, vases, household items, musical instruments, and jewelry will be displayed. The program includes workshops and practical sessions, such as clay molding, demonstration of work on a potter's wheel, amulet making, and indigenous graphic design classes.

Various areas of the park will host traditional performances. Performances of jongo, moçambique, congada, catira, folia-de-reis, samba-de-bumbo, fandango, and Caipira-viola orchestras are planned. Special attention will be paid to Sunday (November 15), when a congada procession will gather groups from different municipalities, becoming one of the main events.

Famous Brazilian musicians will perform on the main stage. The festival will open with Maria Cecília and Rodolfo on Thursday (November 12). On Friday (November 13), Mariana Aidar with Targainum Gondim and Zé Ramalho will perform on stage. On Saturday (November 14), performances by Roberta Miranda and Yasmin Santos are scheduled. The last day, Sunday (November 15), will feature concerts by Demônios da Garoa, Gabriel Sater with Bavini, Edson, and Hudson.

A special area for children called Revelando o Brincar is provided, where storytelling, entertainment, face painting, and workshops will take place. Overall, the festival includes 14 exhibition and immersive events, in addition to handicrafts and artistic performances.

Event Information:

When: From November 12 to 15, 2026, starting at 10:00 AM.

Where: Parque do Trote – Avenida Nadir Dias de Figueiredo, s/n, Portão 1, Vila Guilherme, São Paulo.

Cost: Free entry.

Age Restriction: All ages.

Although the official Carnival of 2027 takes place only in February, Aracaju is bringing forward the celebration to November. Between the 13th and 15th, the capital of the state of Sergipe will host another edition of Pré-Caju, an event that brings together street parties, electric trios, and renowned Brazilian music artists.

This edition features about 40 attractions, including Ivete Sangalo, Bell Marques, Léo Santana, Wesley Safadão, and Thiaguinho. The event will take place on the Atalaia Waterfront, a tourist spot in the city, allowing participants to combine the off-season party with leisure time in the capital of Sergipe.

During the festival period, visitors have the opportunity to enjoy the beaches, try local gastronomy, and visit markets that keep Sergipe's traditions alive.

Circuit and Schedule Details

The event begins on Friday the 13th with performances at Camarote Aju. On Saturday (14th) and Sunday (15th), the electric trios will travel a route of approximately four kilometers along the Atalaia Waterfront, covering from Passarela do Caranguejo to the vicinity of the Farol da Coroa do Meio.

To participate in the official blocks, purchasing an abadá is mandatory. On Saturday, Bell Marques will lead Bloco Vumbora, while Tomate will present Eu Não Vou Embora and Xanddy Harmonia will perform in Bloco da Torcida. On Sunday, Bell Marques will return with Vumbora, and Ivete Sangalo will take over Bloco Com Amor, while Léo Santana will lead Vem com o Gigante.

Regarding costs, the abadá to follow Ivete Sangalo in the fifth batch costs R$ 470. Tickets for the Léo Santana and Bell Marques blocks on Sunday are available for R$ 426 and R$ 616, respectively.

Free Options and Event Structure

In addition to paid blocks, Pré-Caju will feature free electric trios, known as pipoca, accessible to the public without needing an abadá. On Saturday, free attractions include Alexandre Peixe, Durval Lelys, Oh Polêmico, and Devinho Novaes. On Sunday, Rafa and Pipo Marques, Bruninho Top 7, Nona, and Maysa Reis are confirmed.

Camarote Aju will be operational during all three days of the event, offering its own show schedule. This space has fixed infrastructure, including bars, a food court, and a balcony overlooking the circuit.

The Camarote Aju schedule includes Yasmin Sensação, Timbalada, Wesley Safadão, and Léo Santana on Friday (13th). On Saturday (14th), the attractions are Liene Show, Mariana Fagundes, Dennis DJ, Rey Vaqueiro, and Tony Salles. Finally, on Sunday (15th), the public can watch DJ Sky, Simone Morena, Thiaguinho, Pablo, and Litto Lins.

Full tickets for Saturday and Sunday cost R$ 784 per day. It is important to note that the camarote does not offer an open bar, and drinks are charged separately. The presented values refer to the batches released on the platform and are subject to change. There are also combo options that allow participation in two blocks or combining one block with access to the camarote, with purchases possible online via Point do Ingresso or in person at RioMar Shopping Aracaju.

Tours in Aracaju

It is recommended to dedicate time to explore other areas of Aracaju. The Atalaia Waterfront itself, the stage for Pré-Caju, deserves to be appreciated more calmly. In addition to hotels and restaurants, the area has bike paths, leisure areas, and points such as the Arcos da Orla, which welcome tourists. The Aracaju Aquarium, managed by Projeto Tamar, is also located there, where you can observe species such as sharks and turtles.

Near this area, Passarela do Caranguejo is a well-known destination for dinner and going out at night, with dozens of establishments specializing in Sergipe cuisine, especially seafood, as well as places where forró plays late into the night.

To explore the coast beyond Atalaia, it is suggested to head south, where the beaches of Aruana and Refúgio are located. Aruana beach has a vast sandy strip and generally calm sea, while Refúgio offers kiosks and beach clubs to spend the day.

In the city center, the corridors of the municipal markets Antônio Franco, Thales Ferraz, and Maria Virgínia Leite Franco invite visits. In these locations, visitors find everything from spices and seafood to typical foods and a variety of local handicrafts.

Pré-Caju 2026 Summary

Pré-Caju 2026 will take place on the Atalaia Waterfront, in Aracaju (SE), from November 13th to 15th. Entry to the pipoca trios is free, with abadás starting from R$ 426, and tickets must be purchased through the official website.