Brazilian cities and Portugal host weekend cultural festivals

Mauá's 38th Quermesse wrapped up its final weekend (July 31‑August 2) with shows by Ferrugum, Xande de Pilares and Rodrigo Teaser, drawing about 65,000 visitors and adding new accessibility services such as sign‑language interpreters and a sensory room.

In Marabá, the Maraverão 2026 concluded on August 2 with daytime concerts on Praia do Tucunaré—including Vinny Souza—and evening performances at the Z‑30 complex, highlighted by Pablo's arrocha show and a local talent competition.

Campinas staged the second edition of its Festival de Arte Drag (July 31‑August 9), offering free workshops, drag performances and the closing show “Sereia sem Mar” that combined theater, dance, music and circus elements.

Salvador’s weekend agenda featured actress Fernanda Torres in "A Casa dos Budas Ditosos", reggae singer Edson Gomes and the band Sorriso Maroto, alongside numerous free concerts, theater and cultural events across the city.

Campo Grande listed a packed program of music, forró, cinema and family‑friendly activities for July 31‑August 2, while Rio de Janeiro promoted its Festival de Inverno, Djavan’s 50‑year tour, and a slate of theater premieres and film screenings.

Portugal announced the Marvão Rock Fest for September 11‑12, a two‑day pool‑side concert series in the river‑front pool of Portagem, with acts such as Cortada, Sunflowers and a surprise performer.