Brazil's regional fairs and creative‑economy initiatives spur local growth

The 2026 edition of the Feira Industrial e Comercial de Cataguases (FINC) opened in Cataguases, Brazil, with mayor José Henriques and industry leaders highlighting its 40‑year history as a hub for business, innovation and entrepreneurship.

In the Serra da Capivara National Park, the opera "Cleópatra, Rainha Caatingueira" ran until 2 August, promoted by Sebrae to link culture, tourism and local entrepreneurship.

The IV Expo Moda Seridó in Caicó showcased ten fashion collections, underscoring the role of Sebrae‑backed creative‑economy projects in the region.

Sebrae’s national “Crie Sebrae” program, supported by the Polo de Referência em Economia Criativa, reported that the creative sector accounts for almost 4 % of Brazil’s GDP, with more than 5 000 entrepreneurs served and an estimated R$ 60 million in business potential for 2024‑2025.

Deputy Taveira Júnior visited the Feirinha de Santana in Caicó, stressing the event’s cultural importance and noting R$ 800 000 in parliamentary amendments directed to municipal infrastructure and health.

In Salvador, the Bahia Legislative Assembly hosted a ceremony honoring new Doutores Honoris Causa and the Day of the Chaplain, led by Patrícia Soares.

Portugal’s FAVA fair in Côja aimed to attract about 9 000 visitors, while Alcobaça’s “Rota dos Jarros” exhibition highlighted historic faience pottery. A religious‑tourism forum in Salvador discussed the new municipal law governing faith‑based itineraries.