# Community fairs and cultural events in Cuiabá and Campo Gr > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/community-fairs-in-cuiab-and-campo-grande > Updated: 2026-10-21T17:29:06.000Z. Sources: 25. Developments: 5. Local community fairs and cultural activities continue in Cuiabá and Campo Grande, Brazil. In Cuiabá, the 15th Cultura, Sabor e Arte fair at Praça Alencastro features local handicrafts, typical cuisine, and live music to support small entrepreneurs and local tourism. In Campo Grande, the cultural schedule includes diverse community events. Recent programming has featured the 20th Classical Music Encounter at the Teatro Aracy Balabanian, the ‘Mostra Cerrado Aberto’ for children, and various art exhibitions. Notable exhibitions include Wendel Fontes’ ‘O que permanece em nós?’ at the Centro Cultural José Octávio Guizzo and Galeria Wega Nery, Fer Castilho’s floral-themed showcase at the Paço Municipal as part of the ‘Arte no Paço’ project, and the ‘Acervo Família Baís’ at Morada dos Baís. Other ongoing highlights include the ‘Florarium’ exhibition at the Casa de Cultura and the ‘Grandes Sucessos Escala’ musical recital series. October programming in Campo Grande includes ‘Brincando na Morada’ at Morada dos Baís, featuring musical performances by Batucanção and Grupo Guavira, and Children's Day celebrations at Bosque dos Ipês. Culinary events such as ‘Bosque Degust by Saborise’ and a 2nd Culinary Festival are also scheduled for the month. Community markets like Feira Mixturô, Feira Obá, Feira São Bento, and Feira da Lagoa continue to offer gastronomy and crafts. Additionally, the ‘Disco na Rua’ vinyl project and the upcoming Festival Curta Campo Grande, which showcases approximately 60 short films, are part of the local cultural landscape. Japanese cultural celebrations have expanded to regions like Goiânia, where the 28th Bunkasai features Taiko drumming, traditional dances, and gastronomy. In Campo Grande, the 3rd Okinawa Festival is being held at the Associação Okinawa de Campo Grande to preserve Okinawan traditions. ## Claims - Wendel Fontes is hosting the exhibition ‘O que permanece em nós?’ at the Centro Cultural José Octávio Guizzo. (corroborated by 4 sources) - Many of the cultural events in Campo Grande and Mato Grosso do Sul this weekend are free to the public. (corroborated by 4 sources) - The Mostra Cerrado Abierto is offering theater, dance, and circus performances for children. (corroborated by 4 sources) - The 20th Classical Music Encounter is taking place at the Teatro Aracy Balabanian. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The 3rd Okinawa Festival will be held on Saturday (17) and Sunday (18) at the Okinawa Association. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The Brincando na Morada event will take place at Morada dos Bais in Campo Grande on Saturday, October 10. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Brincando na Morada features musical performances by Batucanção and Grupo Guavira. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The Brincando na Morada event offers free entry, popcorn, and cotton candy. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The Cidade Morena Cultural Fair will host over 100 exhibitors on Saturday. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Musician Dani Black is performing his ‘Uma Cidade Chamada Eu Mesmo’ tour at Teatro Dom Bosco. (single source) - Bosque dos Ipês in Campo Grande has a scheduled program of activities throughout October. (single source) - Bosque dos Ipês will host the Bosque Degust by Saborise on October 23 and 24. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-10-21: Campo Grande offers free cultural programming and art exhibitions Campo Grande features free cultural events, including Fer Castilho’s art exhibition at Paço Municipal and various musical recitals and galleries across the city. 12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/fer-castilho-exhibition-opens-at-campo-grande-municipal-palace ### 2026-10-15: Japanese cultural festivals held in Goiânia and Campo Grande Japanese cultural festivals are taking place in Goiânia and Campo Grande, featuring traditional music, dance, gastronomy, and community fairs. 10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/campo-grande-hosts-3rd-okinawa-festival-and-cultural-fairs ### 2026-10-05: Campo Grande hosts cultural and community events in October Campo Grande features various free cultural events in October, including the ‘Brincando na Morada’ at Morada dos Bais and a diverse schedule of gastronomy and theater at Bosque dos Ipês. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/campo-grande-hosts-cultural-and-community-events-in-october ### 2026-10-02: Local community fairs held in Cuiabá and Campo Grande Local community fairs featuring gastronomy, handicrafts, and small business opportunities are being held in Cuiabá and Campo Grande, Brazil. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/local-community-fairs-held-in-cuiab-and-campo-grande ### 2026-10-01: Campo Grande hosts free cultural events and exhibitions Campo Grande offers a diverse lineup of free cultural events this weekend, including classical music, art exhibitions by Wendel Fontes, children's theater, and community fairs. 10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/campo-grande-hosts-diverse-free-cultural-and-arts-programming --- Cite as: Community fairs and cultural events in Cuiabá and Campo Gr. 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