Traditional Iemanjá Festival will have procession, shows, and fair in Santos; see the schedule
The Iemanjá Festival in Santos, Brazil, is set to take place on Sunday, featuring a public procession, musical attractions, and a cultural fair.
Iemanjá's Swimming Pool, Banner, and Front Commission: Highlights from Mocidade Alegre, Champion in SP
Mocidade Alegre won its 13th title at the São Paulo Carnival with a performance celebrating actress Léa Garcia and her African ancestry.
Salvador Carnival will have an extra day of festivities in 2027; check the schedule
In 2027, Salvador's Carnival will extend by an extra day starting on January 29, as announced by Mayor Bruno Reis.
Beija-Flor spends over R$ 1 million on structure that transforms into Iemanjá during parade
The samba school Beija-Flor spent over R$ 1 million on a hydraulic and electronic structure that transforms into the face of Iemanjá during their parade, showcasing intricate engineering and homage to the sea goddess.
Paola Oliveira at the carnival in Salvador
Actress Paola Oliveira arrives in Salvador to enjoy the carnival festivities and visits the Casa de Iemanjá.
Balaio de Iemanjá reaches its 5th edition in Rio das Ostras this Sunday
Rio das Ostras will host the 5th edition of the Balaio de Iemanjá festival on Sunday, featuring a day full of free activities centered around traditional African rituals.
Portuguese man o' war cause more than 500 burns in one day at beach in RS; know what to do in case of skin contact
A spike in burns from Portuguese man o' war and jellyfish was reported at Cassino Beach, Rio Grande, with 576 cases during Iemanjá holiday, leading to hospitalizations, including a serious case involving a 12-year-old girl.
Influencer accuses restaurant owner of spitting in drink during Iemanjá festival in Salvador
Digital influencer Bielle Elizabeth accused a restaurant owner in Salvador of racial slur and threat after she allegedly spat in a soda glass during the Iemanjá festival.
Police releases photo of suspect wanted for vandalizing Iemanjá statue in Teresina
The police have released the photo of a man suspected of vandalizing the Iemanjá statue in Teresina, with details shared by Delegate Tales Gomes.
Get to know the story of the Iemanjá festival, one of the largest cultural and religious manifestations of summer in Bahia
Salvador celebrated on Monday a devotion to Iemanjá, reflecting the city's deep cultural and religious ties to the sea and fishing traditions.
André Gonçalves is stolen during Iemanjá festivities in Salvador
Actor André Gonçalves reported that he was robbed of his cellphone during the Iemanjá festivities in Salvador, despite feeling secure with police presence around.
The image of Iemanjá has a history of attacks in Teresina; see how to report religious intolerance
The image of Iemanjá in Teresina has faced repeated attacks and acts of religious intolerance, with the recent incident on February 1 causing damage to the statue.
‘Odô Iyá’: Procession celebrates Iemanjá and raises awareness against religious racism in Rio Branco
The 16th Iemanjá Festival in Rio Branco brings together practitioners of African matrix religions to celebrate and address issues of religious racism.
Popular in Salvador, Iemanjá festival gains space in Rio with celebration at Arpoador beach
The Iemanjá festival, traditionally celebrated in Salvador, is making its mark in Rio de Janeiro with efforts to establish a popular celebration at Arpoador beach, coinciding with the city's official recognition of February 2nd as Iemanjá's day.
‘Odô Iyá’: on the day dedicated to Iemanjá, priestess highlights the importance of the Water Orixá
On the day dedicated to Iemanjá, a prominent Afro-Brazilian deity, a priestess emphasizes her cultural significance in Presidente Prudente, SP.
The 'black pope of umbanda' who transformed the cult of Iemanjá and 'invented' Copacabana's New Year's Eve
The article discusses how the reverence for the Afro-Brazilian goddess Iemanjá influenced the creation of one of Brazil's biggest popular celebrations, the Copacabana New Year's Eve, and highlights criticisms received from Afro-religious leaders regarding recent events at the celebrations.