# Boi-Bumbá Caprichoso association election > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/boi-bumb-caprichoso-association-election > Updated: 2026-08-13T22:20:02.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2. The election for the presidency of the Associação Cultural Boi-Bumbá Caprichoso has entered a period of administrative and legal complexity. Initially, Diego Mascarenhas launched his candidacy for the 2027–2029 term as part of the ‘Amor Caprichoso’ ticket, alongside vice-presidential candidate Edwan Oliveira. As the September 13 election approached, the association’s Extraordinary General Assembly approved a measure allowing all members to vote, irrespective of their current financial status with the organization. The electoral process has been marked by significant tension. Members of the Electoral Commission have reportedly faced intimidation and threats from individuals associated with the ‘Caprichoso de Todos Nós’ campaign. Furthermore, the campaign led by Carmona Oliveira and Juarez Filho has faced legal challenges regarding potential disqualifications, including disputes over financial reports and decisions from the Amazonas State Court of Accounts. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-13: Boi-Bumbá Caprichoso approves all-member voting for upcoming election Boi-Bumbá Caprichoso has approved all-member voting for its upcoming presidential election amid reports of intimidation against the electoral commission and legal challenges against candidates. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/boi-bumb-caprichoso-approves-all-member-voting-for-upcoming-election ### 2026-07-31: Diego Mascarenhas launches bid for presidency of Brazil's Boi Caprichoso association Diego Mascarenhas officially entered the race for president of Brazil's Boi‑Bumbá Caprichoso association, with Edwan Oliveira as running mate; the election is set for 13 September. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/diego-mascarenhas-launches-bid-for-presidency-of-brazils-boi-caprichoso-association --- Cite as: Boi-Bumbá Caprichoso association election. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/boi-bumb-caprichoso-association-election