Feb 14 • 10:14 UTC 🇧🇷 Brazil G1 (PT)

The Tradition Carnival of João Pessoa starts this Saturday (14); see the complete schedule

The Tradition Carnival in João Pessoa kicks off on Saturday, featuring a diverse lineup of cultural parades and performances through Tuesday.

The Tradition Carnival of João Pessoa is set to commence on Saturday, February 14, showcasing cultural parades from various local groups. The event features performances of maracatus, indigenous carnival tribes, frevo clubs, bear groups, and samba schools, highlighting the rich cultural heritage of the region. The schedule is meticulously organized, offering daily performances through Tuesday, February 17.

On the opening day, the parade will feature invited groups such as Maracatu Coletivo Maracastelo and Maracatu Tambores do Tempo as they lead the festivities. Following them, indigenous carnival tribes and frevo clubs will take to the streets, promising a vibrant showcase of music, dance, and tradition that reflects the community's spirit and enthusiasm for the carnival celebrations.

The sequential presentations include a variety of cultural groups, each contributing to the overall excitement and atmosphere of the carnival. With a detailed schedule available, attendees can look forward to a full experience of João Pessoa's unique traditions and performances throughout the event, allowing both locals and visitors to revel in this colorful celebration of culture.

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