Festival Carambola celebrates ten years in Maceió with performance by Arnaldo Antunes

Maceió will host the tenth edition of Festival Carambola this Saturday, the 14th, which is one of the most important independent events dedicated to music and arts in the state of Alagoas. The program will begin at 5 PM at Arena Alagoas and will feature local musicians and artists from various regions of the country.

Among the confirmed names for the shows are Gaby Amarantos, Marcelo D2, Arnaldo Antunes, and Budah. In addition to them, there will be performances by Melly, Noda de Caju, and the Pernambuco DJ IDLIBRA.

This special edition pays tribute to the Jaraguá neighborhood, located in the central area of the Alagoas capital. This location has historical buildings and spaces that marked the city's cultural formation. In the same neighborhood is the Carambola Lab, a cultural center established by the festival's organizing team, situated in a renovated mansion on Rua Sá e Albuquerque.

The tribute also extends to the Jaraguá character, a prominent figure in Alagoan popular culture. This entity, seen in festivities like reisado and bumba meu boi, presents a mixed appearance between human and animal traits, being used in games to both entertain and scare the audience.

The celebration of the festival's ten years began on November 10, offering free activities. The initial agenda included workshops, debates, and meetings focused on cultural development, serving as a prelude to the musical event at Arena Alagoas and strengthening the festival's connection with the honored neighborhood.

Festival Carambola was founded in 2016 with the goal of providing a stage for Alagoas artists to showcase their original work. With the advancement of editions, the event has expanded its lineup, starting to host musicians from other Brazilian states.

The initiative aims to bring local artistic production closer to different musical scenes and increase Alagoas' visibility in the national scene. The festival's curation is also dedicated to valuing the variety of genres and artists.

This dedication to culture continues throughout the year through the Carambola Lab. Inaugurated in 2023, this space hosts film screenings, parties, exhibitions, and more intimate shows, functioning as a meeting point for the public and artists interested in Alagoan production.

The performances scheduled for Saturday will be divided between the Sol and BNB Cultural stages. The event will start at 5 PM with the Alagoas group Lugar Algum and will continue until dawn.

Event details include: Location at Arena Alagoas, located at Avenida Comendador Gustavo Paiva, 5168-5248, Maceió; Date: Saturday, November 14, starting at 5 PM; Price: Half-price tickets available from R$ 140, while the social ticket costs from R$ 150 upon delivery of 1 kg of non-perishable food. Tickets can be purchased on the Shotgun platform.

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Revelando SP Festival will bring together traditions of 135 municipalities in a free event in the capital

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.

viagemeturismo.abril.com.brNovember 4, 16:00

Aracaju will hold pre-Carnival in November with Ivete, Bell Marques, and Thiaguinho

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.