# Carnatal 2026 festival preparations

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/carnatal-2026-festival-preparations
> Updated: 2026-09-17T08:56:13.000Z. Sources: 15. Developments: 2.

The 35th anniversary edition of the Carnatal festival in Natal is scheduled to take place from December 4 to 6, 2026, at Cidade Carnatal near the Arena das Dunas.

Ticket sales for VIP boxes and abadás commenced on August 28 via the Evenyx platform following a pre-registration period. The event will feature a diverse musical lineup spanning genres such as axé, forró, sertanejo, and arrocha. Key performers include Anitta, Ivete Sangalo, Bell Marques, Cláudia Leitte, Léo Santana, and Wesley Safadão. The festival structure includes the traditional Corredor da Folia parade route and various VIP areas known as camarotes.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-17: Carnatal celebrates 35 years with Ivete Sangalo and Anitta

The 35th anniversary of Carnatal will take place in Natal from December 4-6, 2026, featuring artists such as Ivete Sangalo, Anitta, and Bell Marques.

9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/carnatal-celebrates-35-years-with-ivete-sangalo-and-anitta

### 2026-08-28: Carnatal 2026 begins ticket sales for 35th anniversary edition

Sales for the 35th anniversary of Carnatal 2026 begin this Friday at 4:00 PM via Evenyx. The event runs December 4–6 in Natal, featuring Anitta, Ivete Sangalo, and Bell Marques.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/carnatal-2026-begins-ticket-sales-for-35th-anniversary-edition

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Cite as: Carnatal 2026 festival preparations. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/carnatal-2026-festival-preparations