# Religious pilgrimages in Brazil > Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/20261107-religious-pilgrimages-in-brazil > Updated: 2026-11-07T12:14:29.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2. Religious pilgrimages and celebrations occurred across various Brazilian states in early November 2026. In Rio Grande do Norte, the image of Nossa Senhora da Apresentação was received at the state government headquarters by Governor Fátima Bezerra as part of preparations for an upcoming festival. Simultaneously, in Rio Grande do Sul, the Sanctuary of Nossa Senhora de Caravaggio hosted a pilgrimage for the Brazilian Army and security forces. By November 7, celebrations expanded in scale. In Santa Maria, Rio Grande do Sul, the 83rd Romaria de Nossa Senhora da Medianeira drew approximately 250,000 people for a three day event featuring processions and new elements such as the “Cantata Mariana” musical performance and a forum regarding human dignity and artificial intelligence. In Palmeira dos Índios, Alagoas, the Romaria de Frei Damião brought together devotees with coordinated security efforts from local police and transit authorities, serving as both a cultural tradition and an economic stimulant for the region. ## Timeline ### 2026-11-07: Religious pilgrimages draw large crowds in Santa Maria and Palmeira dos Índios Large-scale religious pilgrimages in Santa Maria and Palmeira dos Índios drew thousands of devotees, combining traditional faith with new cultural and economic activities. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/religious-pilgrimages-draw-large-crowds-in-santa-maria-and-palmeira-dos-ndios ### 2026-11-05: Religious pilgrimages held in Rio Grande do Norte and Rio Grande do Sul Religious pilgrimages were held in Brazil, including the visit of Natal's patron saint to the state government and a mass for military and security forces at the Caravaggio Sanctuary. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/religious-pilgrimages-held-in-rio-grande-do-norte-and-rio-grande-do-sul --- Cite as: Religious pilgrimages in Brazil. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/20261107-religious-pilgrimages-in-brazil