Festa Junina: where to have fun in São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Paraná and other states

June is the month of festa junina, synonymous with lots of dancing, good food, colors and endless excitement throughout Brazil. In this article we tell you a little about how this important national cultural event came about, what the most famous festivals are and what you need to know to take part in this celebration.

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Before June parties Although they were a great popular event, they had another meaning: they were created by peasants from Europe No. XV century, in celebration of the arrival of Summer Solstice in the Northern Hemisphere, which marks the beginning of this season. The celebration, which marked the time favorable for planting, was also a way to ward off evil spirits or any pest that might impact the plantation.

This explains the characterization with rural elements in the June festivals, such as straw hats (clothing worn by peasants who faced the sun during planting), the patches on clothes (which were worn out in the field) and the fateful moustache in men.

O Christian bias was introduced from the consolidation of Christianity in Europe, between the 15th and 16th centuries. The Church commonly incorporated major, hitherto pagan festivals into the Catholic calendar, adding Christian elements. According to historians, this was intended to facilitate the religious conversion of people. Therefore, the June festival coincided with the celebrations of three great saints of Catholicism: St. Anthony (June 13nd) St. John (June 24) and São Pedro (June 29th).

As Brazil became diverse through immigration and expeditions, our festa junina received a cultural mix. While the indigenous culture added more rural elements, such as the tradition of jumping over the bonfire and typical foods, the African culture added the drum, the dances and the music in general. There is still the Portuguese heritage, not only coming from the religiosity brought by Christianity, but also through the use of plaid shirt, a very popular and fashionable piece at the time.

No Brazil, festa junina has arrived through the Portuguese in colonization, during the century XVI. During this period, June festivals were already popular in the Iberian Peninsula (Portugal and Spain), and were no longer restricted to peasants. Having already arrived with a Catholic bias, the Church itself held several masses and processions during the Brazilian June festivities.

Now, check out a list of main June festivals all over the country.

Main June festivals in São Paulo

São João de Nóis Tudim (01/06 to 12/07)

Running since 01/06, the São João de Nóis Tudim It is one of the grandest arraiás in São Paulo. There are more than 120 attractions that range from shows, artistic activities, presentations by professional gangs, typical games, crafts, food kiosks, masses and activation areas.

• City: São Paulo (capital)
• Working Hours: Fridays from 15pm to 23pm; Saturdays from 11am to 04am; Sundays from 11am to 22pm.
• Local News: Center for Northeastern Traditions (CTN) – Rua Jacofer, 615 – Limão neighborhood.
• Price: Free (but you need to redeem your ticket by Sympla)
• Event website: Feast of São João de Nóis Tudim

Feast of Saint Vitus (08/06 to 14/07)

A Feast of Saint Vitus It is one of the most traditional in São Paulo. More themed around Italian food and in favor of 150 years of Italian immigration in São Paulo, the Feast of Saint Vitus It offers an extensive variety of cuisine for those who love Italian and June food. The 106th edition of the June festival takes place in Paróquia São Vito, in Brás, and you can follow it either around the parish or reserve tables in front of the canteens, with a dish included.

• City: São Paulo (capital)
• Working Hours: Saturdays from 19pm to midnight; Sundays from 00pm to 19pm.
• Local News: São Vito Parish – R. Fernandes Silva, 96 – Brás.
• Price: R$10 entry; from R$60 per table on Sundays (with dish included); from R$125 per table on Saturdays (with 3 dishes included) — redeem your ticket on Ticket360
• Event website: Feast of Saint Vitus

Family in the Park (30/05 to 23/06)

The June Festival Family in the Park happens in Villa Lobos park with the dynamics and games being characteristic and the main attraction. Its program includes sack races, hot potatoes, wheelbarrow races, tug of war and other free games, as well as other paid games, such as target shooting, rings and fishing. The event also guarantees an extensive menu of typical foods, dancing with square dances and live music shows. This edition also features the largest inflatable slide in Latin America and a train ride through the park's interior area.

• City: São Paulo (capital)
• Working Hours: from 10pm to 18am.
• Local News: Parque Villa-Lobos – Av. Prof. Fonseca Rodrigues, 2001, Alto de Pinheiros
• Price: Free entrance; attraction ticket for R$10 or Vip Pass for R$150 that provides unlimited access to programs.
• Event website: Family in the Park

Votorantim June Festival (29/05 to 23/06)

Finally, another very traditional June festival outside the capital is the June Festival of Votorantim. Now in its 107th edition, Votorantim becomes the great city of music from May 29th to June 23rd. In addition to national shows, there are stand-up stages and an amusement park in the space, including a food court with several restaurants and kiosks offering classic June festivities and foreign food and drinks.

• City: Votorantim (Sorocaba Metropolitan Region)
• Working Hours: Wednesday to Friday from 19pm; Saturdays, Sundays and holidays from 13pm.
• Local News: Lecy de Campos Events Square – Av. 31 de Março, Jardim Paraiso
• Price: Between R$5 and R$225 (tickets must be purchased via Guichê Web site)
• Event Instagram: Festa Junina Votorantim

Consult others June parties typical of São Paulo:

• June Festival of the Latin America Memorial: 15 and 16/06 from 11 am until 21 pm at Memorial da América Latina – Av. Mário de Andrade, 664, Barra Funda (Free)
• Starry Arraial: 16/06 from 13pm until midnight at Parque Ibirapuera Portão 00 – Av. Pedro Álvares Cabral (from R$10, with the Solidarity Ticket option that converts into a 205% discount, bringing one kilo of non-perishable food)
• Santo Antônio do Pari Festival: 01 to 30/06 from 17pm to 23pm at Paróquia Santo Antônio – Praça Padre Bento 13, Pari (Free)
• Feast of Saint Peter the Apostle: 29/05 to 23/06 from 08am until 20pm at the Parish of São Pedro Apostolo – Rua 7 de Setembro, 2295, Centro de Mirassol (Free)
• Festa Junina Vila Itororó: 15/06; 21/06 and 22/06 at 19pm at Centro Cultural Vila Itororó – Rua Maestro Cardim, 60 (Free)
• Festa Junina Vegan: 16/06, 23/06 and 30/06 from 12pm to 20pm in the Green Area of ​​Faculdade Oswaldo Cruz – Rua Brigadeiro Galvão, 535, Barra Funda (Free)
• Arraiá da Vila: 29 and 30/06 from 11am to 21pm at 32º Instituto Biológico – Avenida Cons. Rodrigues Alves, 1252, Vila Mariana (need to bring 1kg of non-perishable food)
• Calvary Festival: 01/06 to 07/07, with Saturdays from 17:30 pm to 23:30 pm and Sundays from 17:30 pm to 22:30 pm at Paróquia São Paulo Cruz – Rua Cardeal Arcoverde, 950, Pinheiros (R$30).
• Afronina Arraial: 29 and 30/06 from 15pm to 20pm at the Center for Black Cultures – Rua Arsênio Tavolieri, 45, Jabaquara (Free)
• Ember Festival: 29/06 from 14pm to 21pm at Casa de Cultura Brasilândia – Praça Benedicta Cavalheiro, s/n, Brasilândia (Free)
• June Festival of the Parish of São Pio 10 and Santa Luzia: 01 to 30/06 from 17pm to 23pm at Av. Sapopemba, 1.500, Água Rasa (Free)
• Arraiá da Livração: 25/05 to 23/06 from 17pm until 22pm at Paróquia Nossa Senhora da Livração – Avenida Ramiz Galvão, 638, Jardim Brasil (Free)
• Arraiá das Drags: 29/06 from 18pm at Mansão das Queens – Rua Antônio Luís dos Passos, 69B, Jardim Romano (Free)
• Festa Junina at Tendal: 22, 23, 29 and 30/06 from 14pm until 22pm at Centro Cultural Tendal da Lapa – Rua Guaicurus, 1100, Água Branca (Free)
• Drag Penha: 22/06 from 15pm until 21pm at Centro Cultural Penha – Largo do Rosário, 20, Penha de França (Free)

Festa Junina in Rio de Janeiro

Arraiá da Fundição (14/06)

For more than two decades, Rua dos Arcos, in Lapa, has been filled with little flags for the Arraiá da Fundição, a landmark on the Rio calendar. On June 14th, Alceu Valença presents his show Meu Querido São João, with xotes, forrós and baião, as well as hits such as Coração Bobo. The party also features Bloco Amigos da Onça and DJ Xeleléu, promising lots of entertainment

• City: Rio de Janeiro (capital)
• Working Hours: from 20 am
• Local News: Progresso Foundry – Lapa
• Price: From R$100,00 (tickets must be purchased via Guichê Web site)
• event instagram: Foundry Progress

Arraiá Raiz do Uptown Barra (15/06, 16/06, 22/06 and 23/06)

In the month of June, Barra da Tijuca and Jacarepaguá enter the atmosphere of São João with the unmissable Arraiá Raiz do Uptown. This traditional event promises to rock the city over two weekends, from the 14th to the 16th of June and from the 21st to the 23rd of June. With lots of typical food, good music and fun for the whole family, Arraiá do Uptown It's a June celebration that can't be missed on your calendar.

• City: Rio de Janeiro (capital)
• Working Hours: From 14pm to 23pm
• Local News: Av. Ayrton Senna, 5.500 – Barra da Tijuca
• Price: Free
• Event website: Uptown Barra

Arraiá do Morro (08/06 to 30/06)

Throughout June, the Arraiá do Morro, in partnership with the traditional Feira de São Cristóvão, offers an unmissable June celebration. With a special program, the event features musical performances, distribution of strings and a typical food circuit in the restaurants and bars of Parque Bondinho. It is a unique opportunity for visitors to enjoy June traditions in a stunning setting.

• City: Rio de Janeiro (capital)
• Working Hours: The event time depends on the attraction of the day. Check the schedule.
• Local News: Sugar Loaf Cable Car – Urca
• Price: From R$80,00 (tickets to Parque Bondinho Pão de Açúcar)
• Event website: Bondinho's Blog

Arraiá do Downtown (28/06 to 21/07)

The most traditional São João in Barra da Tijuca, the Arraiá Downtown It will take place this year on June 30th, July 01st, 02nd, 03rd, 07th, 08th, 09th and 10th, always from Thursday to Sunday, from 12pm to 23pm. With real typical food and forró pé-de-serra, the party will feature Maurício Paraxaxar and artists such as Tati Veras, Mala e Cuia, Forró Maravilhas, Estopim and Moyseis Marques, guaranteeing lots of entertainment over the eight days of the event.

• City: Rio de Janeiro (capital)
• Working Hours: Thursday to Sunday, from 12pm to 23pm.
• Local News: Av. das Américas, 500 – Barra da Tijuca
• Price: Free
• Event website: Arraiá Downtown

Check out other options arraiás do Rio de Janeiro:

• Arraiá das Divas: 14 to 16/06 from 16pm to midnight at Praça São Perpétuo – Barra da Tijuca (Free)
• Arraiá do CCBB: 29/06 and 30/06 from 11am to 18pm near the Centro Cultural Banco do Brasil – R. Primeiro de Março, 66 (Free)
• Festa Junina at the Pontal Museum: 29/06 and 30/06 from 10am to 18pm at Museu do Pontal – Av. Célia Ribeiro da Silva Mendes, 3300 – Barra da Tijuca (Free)
• Arraiá das Frô: 05/07 from 10am to 20pm at Campo de São Cristóvão – São Cristóvão (from R$22)
• Arraiá da Educação: 03/07 and 04/07 from 18pm in the Patio of the Nossa Senhora do Desterro Church, Quissamã (Free).
• St. John the Baptist: 21/06, 22/06, 23/06 and 24/06 from 20pm in São João Batista – Barra de São João, Casemiro de Abreu (Free)
• Arraial Mundo Bita: 15/06 from 15pm at Fundição Progresso – Lapa (R$50).

Festa Junina in Mato Grosso do Sul

22nd Arraial de Santo Antônio (12/06 to 16/06)

O Arraial de Santo Antônio It's a typical festival in the city of Campo Grande, reaching its 22nd edition with typical food and drink stalls, toys and classic June festival dynamics and free musical shows, such as the duo Munhoz & Mariano, Grupo Tradição, Pedro e Evandro, Trio Violada and more. On June 13th, when Saint Anthony's Day is celebrated, there is a special Procession and Holy Mass in the evening.

• City: Campo Grande (capital)
• Working Hours: From 18pm onwards.
• Local News: Praça do Rádio Clube – Avenida Afonso Pena and Rua Barao do Rio Branco, with Rua Padre Joao Crippa and Rua Pedro Celestino
• Price: Free
• event instagram: Arraial Santo Antônio

Feast of the patron saint of MS (21/06 to 30/06)

The State Sanctuary of Our Lady of Perpetual Help combines the June festival with the Day of Our Lady of Perpetual Help, celebrated in the State on June 27th, for the event Festival of the Patron Saint of Mato Grosso do Sul. The Sanctuary festival promises not only June drink and food kiosks, but also cultural activities and live musical attractions.

• City: Campo Grande (capital)
• Working Hours: From 18am to 23pm.
• Local News: State Sanctuary of Our Lady of Perpetual Help – Av. Afonso Pena, 377, Amambai
• Price: Free
• Event website: Feast of the Patron Saint

Arraial do Banho de São João 2024 (15/06 to 23/06)

In Corumbá, the largest São João in the municipality takes place: the Arraial do Banho de São João 2024, a June festival organized by the City of Corumbá, through the city's Foundation for Culture and Historical Heritage. With the slogan “The Faith of Our People is Brazil's Heritage”, it is considered by many to be the biggest Festa Junina in the Central-West due to its economic and historical importance, even recognized as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Brazil. At the event, there will be typical food and drink areas, a square dance competition, a craft stand and shows, such as Thaeme & Thiago.

• City: Corumbá (Southwest Region)
• Working Hours: from 18pm.
• Local News: Porto Geral Arena Theater – Street Domingos Sahib, 570, Porto Geral
• Price: Free
• Event website: City Hall website

47th Feast of the Patron Saint Saint John the Baptist (22/06)

In São João Batista Parish, the 47th feast of the Patron Saint Saint John the Baptist will bring together live music and several typical food and drink stalls. Furthermore, the traditional raffle for prizes is back and bigger. There will be 6 raffles totaling a trifle of R$30 – 2 draws worth R$5 and R$2.500 and the final draw worth R$15. Check more information at Parish Instagram.

• City: Corumbá (Southwest Region)
• Working Hours: from 19pm.
• Local News: São João Batista Parish – Rua São Francisco Sabino, 58, Coophasul
• Price: Free
• event instagram: Saint John the Baptist Parish.

Learn more June festivities in the state of Mato Grosso do Sul.

• 2nd Vegan Festa Junina: 30/06 from 15pm at Rua Barão de Melgaço, 177 (entrance by donating one kilo of non-perishable food or clothing).
• Arraiá do São Chico: 15/06 from 19pm at Paróquia São Francisco de Assis CG – Rua 14 de Julho, 4213 (Free)
• 2nd GLEMS June Festival: 29/06 from 18pm to 23pm at CEDESC FUNLEC – R. Água Azul, 897, Jardim Veraneio (Free)
• Arraiá of the Costurinha Project: 15/06 from 16pm to 21pm at Circulo Militar – Av. Afonso Pena, 107 (R$5)
• Our Arraiá of the São Judas Tadeu Sanctuary: 15/06 from 16pm to 21pm at the Diocesan Sanctuary São Judas Tadeu – Rua Fernando Corrêa da Costa, nº 58, Jardim América (Free)
• 2nd Arraiá of ALEMS: 22/06 from 17:30 pm on Avenida Desembargador José Nunes da Cunha – Parque dos Poderes/Bloco 09, Jardim Veraneio (entrance by donating a blanket or clothing)

June Festival in Paraná

Junino Terrace (16/06 to 18/06)

O Shopping Patio Batel organizes the third edition of Junino Terrace, an event with exclusive typical dishes, live traditional music and attractions for all ages. With two music stages, several gastronomic options, a bar and games, the environment is decorated to create the atmosphere of a June festival inside the mall.

• City: Curitiba (capital)
• Working Hours: From 18pm to 22pm.
• Local News: Shopping Pátio Batel – Av. do Batel, 1868 – Batel, Curitiba
• Price: Free
• Event website: Patio Batel Mall

Arraiá of the São Jorge Church (15/06)

O Arraiá of São Jorge Parish promises a party full of flavors and fun! With a variety of typical foods, including quentão, corn, pine nuts, skewers, popcorn, cake, crepe, hominy, rice pudding, hot dogs, pastels, sweet apples and June sweets, visitors will have a true gastronomic experience. In addition, there will be activities such as fancy mail, games and a lively square dance for the whole family to enjoy.

• City: Curitiba (capital)
• Working Hours: from 14 am
• Local News: São Jorge Parish – Rua Itacolomi, 1840
• Price: Free
• event instagram: Saint George Parish

Arraiá do Santa (24/06 and 25/06)

On the 24th and 25th of June the traditional Festa Junina do Santa Mônica, one of the most anticipated events of the year, with lots of goodies, live music, games, presentations, inflatable toys, a pyrotechnic show (with low sound impact) and much more. This is one of the biggest São João festivals in the entire region and brings together thousands of people every year. 

• City: Colombo (Greater Curitiba)
• Working Hours: From 18pm until 00am
• Local News: 5000, Rod. Régis Bittencourt, Km 6 Neighborhood – Mauá
• Price: From R$50,00 (Free for members); sales at the door.
• Event website: Santa Monica Country Club

Arraiá do Seo Zico Borghi (23/06)

For more than 40 years, Maringá has celebrated the Arraiá do Seo Zico Borghi, on June 23, at Capela Bom Jesus. The free event features square dancing, tallow sticks, games and live music with the group Tercílio Men e Banda. The typical menu includes quentão, popcorn, hominy and corn cake.

• City: Maringá (North Zone of Paraná)
• Working Hours: From 18:30 pm
• Local News: Bom Jesus Chapel – Estrada Pinguim, Maringá
• Price: Free
• Event website: Maringá City Hall

June Festival in Paraíba

Saint John of Campina Grande (01/06 to 30/06)

Paraíba's main June festival, the Saint John of Campina Grande takes place throughout the month of June with an extensive program. In addition to typical food stalls and performances by professional gangs, the event will also have shows by João Gomes, Calcinha Preta, Henrique and Juliano, Léo Santanna, Alok, Alceu Valença, Elba Ramalho, Victor and Leo, Simone Mendes, and more!

• City: Campina Grande
• Working Hours: Monday to Friday from 17pm, Saturdays, Sundays and holidays from 16pm
• Local News: Parque do Povo, R. Sebastião Donato, S/N – Centro, Campina Grande
• Price: from R$20 depending on the sector and type of entry (website sales).
• Event website: Saint John in Campina

Arraiá do Litoral (15/06 to 29/06)

Held in different parts of the municipality of Cabedelo, in the metropolitan region of the capital João Pessoa, Arraiá do Litoral It is a good option for those who want to enjoy the traditional June festivals and also enjoy the beautiful beaches of Paraíba. Held since 2018, the event features performances by local artists, square dance groups and shows by singers such as Ranniery Gomes and Elayne Tyne.

• City: Cabedelo (Metropolitan Region of João Pessoa)
• Working Hours: not yet released.
• Local News: Getúlio Vargas Square and other points (see schedule)
• Price: Gratuitous.
• Event website: Cabedelo City Hall

São Pedro de Mamanguape (01/06 to 29/06)

Part of the main festivals on the state's events calendar, the Saint Peter of Mamanguape 2024 promises to be the biggest in the municipality’s history. Scheduled to take place at the end of June, the event will feature shows by Maiara and Maraisa, Thiago Freitas, Pedro Vinícius, Edy Vaqueiro and more. Before that, throughout the month, different neighborhoods and regions of the city will be visited by the Caravana do Forró, with a program that aims to celebrate local culture.

• City: Mamanguape (Mata Paraibana Zone)
• Working Hours: not yet released.
• Local News: Pátio do Forró and other locations (see schedule)
• Price: Gratuitous.
• Event website: Mamanguape City Hall

Saint John 2024 (20/06 to 24/06)

Announced in April, the main celebration of the Saint John 2024 in the city of João Pessoa, it takes place at the end of June and will feature shows by great forró artists; such as the singer Elba Ramalho, the singer Ranniery Gomes, the band Cascavel, Bonde do Brasil, the singer Sâmya Maia, the band Magnificos, and many others.

• City: João Pessoa (capital)
• Working Hours: from 19pm.
• Local News: Sólon de Lucena Park, Centro, João Pessoa
• Price: Free (with cabin options – purchase via Digital Ticket Office)
• Event website: João Pessoa City Hall

June Festival in Pernambuco

São João de Caruaru (01/06 to 29/06)

Under the theme “The Evolution of Clay”, the traditional Saint John of Caruaru, in the countryside of Pernambuco, has attractions to please all audiences. On the main stage of the event, some of the confirmed attractions are singers Luan Santana, Joelma, Solange Almeida, the band Limão com Mel, among others. There are also other performance points spread across the city, such as Polo Azulão, Polo Bacamarte, Polo do Pífano, Polo das Quadrilhas, Polo Infantil, among others, which together total 27 entertainment spaces.

• City: Caruaru (interior of Pernambuco)
• Working Hours: depending on the event.
• Local News: Pátio de Eventos Luiz Gonzaga and other addresses – R. Agnelo Dias Vidal, Nossa Sra. das Dores
• Price: Free (with cabin options – buy tickets in Recife).
• event instagram: Saint John of Caruaru

Recife Junino (11/06 to 30/06)

With more than twelve hundred confirmed performances, it is no exaggeration to say that the Recife Junino 2024 It’s one of the biggest in the country! With 14 'arraiás' in total, the event takes place over 20 days and has centers spread across different regions of the city, in order to make the party more accessible to the public. The main space is at Sítio da Trindade, where there is the Quadrilhas Pavilion, the Typical Fair, the Reboco Room, and where shows by Flávio José, Dorgival Dantas, Elba Ramalho and more take place.

• City: Recife (capital)
• Working Hours: depending on the event.
• Local News: Sítio da Trindade – Estr. do Arraial, Casa Amarela
• Price: Gratuitous.
• Event website: Saint John of Recife

Arraiápolis 2024 (29/06)

Em igarassu, a municipality located on the north coast of Pernambuco, the Centro Mariápolis Santa Maria carries out the Arraiápolis 2024. A tradition in the region, the event has a forró patio, stalls with games and typical food, and lots of music! Entrance is free, but there is the option of guaranteeing a place at the party by purchasing a chair or table (limited places).

• City: Igarassu (north coast of Pernambuco)
• Working Hours: from 19pm.
• Local News: Av. Alfredo Bandeira de Melo, 01 (BR101), Ana de Albuquerque neighborhood
• Price: free entry – R$15 (single chair), R$120 (table) – sales at Sympla website.
• event instagram: Mariapolis Santa Maria

Arraiá do Move (06/07)

For those who are fans of K-pop, but also love June parties, the Arraiá do Move is the best option! To the sound of the biggest hits by singers and groups of the moment, the public will be able to enjoy attractions such as typical games, kissing tents, square dances and more.

• City: Recife (capital)
• Working Hours: from 22pm to 05am.
• Local News: Panela Velha Restaurant, Rua Miranda Falcão, 63 Pina
• Price: from R$35 (sales on Sympla website).

June Festival in Sergipe

Arraiá do Povo (01/06 to 30/06)

The state of Sergipe is affectionately called “country of forró”, and even though it is not an official title, it deserves to be valued! Aware of this, the Arraiá do Povo, which takes place in the capital Aracaju, has respectful programming to honor the region’s cultural legacy; with more than 300 local and national attractions that appear on Orla da Atalaia and Rua São João, located in Bairro Industrial.

• City: Aracaju (capital)
• Working Hours: from 18 am
• Local News: Orla da Atalaia and Rua São João (Industrial Neighborhood) – R. Francisco Rabêlo Leite Neto, 500
• Price: Free (redeem your ticket by Sympla)
• event instagram: Arraiá do Povo

Forró Caju 2024 (23/06 to 29/06)

Promoted by the city hall of Aracaju, with local and national attractions such as Ana Castela, Michel Teló, Alceu Valença, Joelma, Solange Almeida and more, the Forró Caju It is a mandatory stop for those who are going to enjoy the June festivities in Sergipe. Held at Praça de Eventos Hilton Lopes, the event also features performances by forró pé de serra trios and typical food stalls.

• City: Aracaju (capital)
• Working Hours: from 20pm.
• Local News: Hilton Lopes Events Square, Centro
• Price: Gratuitous.
• Event website: City Hall of Aracaju

São João de Itaporanga D'ajuda (14/06, 15/06 and 24/06)

Beyond the limits of the state capital, there are still lots of June festivities to enjoy in Sergipe! One of them is the São João de Itaporanga D'ajuda, a city located just over 30 kilometers from Aracaju. Among the confirmed attractions are Paula Fernandes, Pablo, Jonas Esticado, among others.

• City: Itaporanga d'Ajuda (Eastern Zone of Sergipe)
• Working Hours: from 21pm.
• Local News: to confirm
• Price: Gratuitous.
• Event website: Itaporanga d'Ajuda City Hall

Saint John of Cedro (16/06 and 17/06)

Almost on the border of the state of Sergipe with Alagoas, the city of Cedro de São João holds the Saint John of Cedar, considered the largest São João in Baixo São Francisco. With the promise of bringing together attractions for the whole family, some of the names already confirmed to liven up the event are Gil Mendes, Peruanno, Ygor Raniere, Devinho Novais and Heitor Costa.

• City: St. John's Cedar
• Working Hours: from 21pm.
• Local News: Events Square – Praça Getúlio Vargas, 42
• Price: Gratuitous.
• Event website: Cedro de São João City Hall

Festa Junina in Rio Grande do Norte

Mossoró Cidade Junina (01/06 to 28/06)

Calcinha Preta, Limão com Mel, Xand Avião, Gusttavo Lima, Raphaela Santos, Mari Fernandez and Alok are just some of the artists who have confirmed presence in the 2024 edition of Mossoró City Junina, in the state of Rio Grande do Norte. Divided into three poles, the main one being located at Estação das Artes Elizeu Ventania, the event lasts practically the entire month of June, to the delight of those who love this time of year, and has accessible spaces and food points with dishes typical of the time.

• City: Mossoró (interior of Rio Grande do Norte)
• Working Hours: depending on the event.
• Local News: Elizeu Ventania Arts Station (Av: Rio Branco – Centro, Mossoró) and Armando Buá Exhibition Park (R. Laurence Rosado da Escóssia – Pres. Costa e Silva, Mossoró)
• Price: Free (with cabin option – purchases through Outgo).
• Event website: Mossoró City Junina

São João do Assú (14/06 to 24/06)

Presented as the oldest Saint John in the world, the São João do Assú celebrates its 298th anniversary with lots of celebrations in all four corners of the city. In addition to 40 local artists, the event program also features big names from the national scene, such as Luan Santana, Nattan, Bell Marques, Matheus and Kauan, among others.

• City: Assú (interior of Rio Grande do Norte)
• Working Hours: to be defined.
• Local News: Buraco do Mayor and other locations – R. SD, Açu
• Price: Gratuitous.
• Event website: Assú City Hall

São João Na Fazenda (21/06 to 24/06)

Everyone has a way of enjoying the June festivals, and if yours is lighter, away from the big shows, the São João at the Farm is an alternative to consider. Held at Fazenda Estrela, in Formosa Bay, the event features typical foods, traditional music and even a bonfire!

• City: Formosa Bay (far east)
• Working Hours: from 16:30 pm.
• Local News: Fazenda Estrela, Baía Formosa, S/N Fazenda Estrela
• Price: from R$10 (sales on Sympla website).
• event instagram: São João Farm

June Festival in Pará

Arraial do Pavulagem (16/06, 23/06, 30/06 and 07/07)

O Arraial do Pavulagem is one of the most famous and traditional June festivals in Pará. Held in Bethlehem, the event includes performances of folk dances, such as carimbó and boi-bumbá, as well as musical shows with local artists.

• City: Belém (capital)
• Working Hours: Not disclosed.
• Local News: Theatro da Paz – Avenida da Paz, Praça da República, S/N
• Price: Gratuitous.
• event instagram: Arraial da Pavulagem

Arraial do Ôvibe (22/06)

Are you ready for the Arraial do Ôvibe? Get ready for the party of the month! With drink promotions, incredible playlist and attractions such as Barraca do Beijo and Correio Elegante. The event will feature attractions such as Respeita Juliete, Matz Beatz, Jeff Moraes + Ju Sinimbú and BIG BAND DBL. 

• City: Belém (capital)
• Working Hours: From 19pm onwards.
• Local News: Tv. Benjamin Constant, 1374
• Price: From R$15,00 (purchases by Sympla).
• event instagram: Ôvibe

QUICALOR Arraiá TROPICAL Party (15/06)

A Quicalor, in its 4th edition, presents the Tropical Arraiá, inviting everyone to enjoy the best of the June festival with lots of forró, funk, pop and lots of entertainment, just the way this season deserves! So, prepare your look, gather your friends and enjoy being led by DJs Allan and Thai, as well as surprises.

• City: Castanhal (east zone of Belém)
• Working Hours: From 14pm onwards.
• Local News: Nosso Quintal – Bar and Restaurant, Castanhal
• Price: From R$10,00 (purchase by Sympla).
• event instagram: QUICALOR Party

Arraiá do Bregaço (15/06)

A true brega festival is about to take place in Belém. For residents of Cidade Velha, an unmissable event this year is the Arraiá do Bregaço with Mestre Damasceno and Bendito Carimbó and many more musical attractions.

• City: Belém (capital)
• Working Hours: From 22pm onwards.
• Local News: Mormaço Bar & Arte – R. Carneiro da Rocha, 1 – Cidade Velha
• Price: From R$10,00 (purchases by Sympla)
• event instagram: Mormaço Bar & Arte

Festa Junina in the Federal District

Festa Junina OAB-DF (15/06)

A Festa Junina OAB-DF, scheduled for June 15th, promises a night full of June tradition. With attractions such as the duo Wilian and Marlon, the Quadrilha Junina Arrasta Pé Legal and the authentic forró pé de serra by the band Forró com Site, the party will be lively. Tickets are already on sale in the first batch, for R$40,00 for a full ticket and R$20,00 for a half ticket (upon donating 1 kg of non-perishable food).

• City: Brasilia (capital)
• Working Hours: From 19pm onwards.
• Local News: DF Lawyers Club – South Club Sector, Section 2, lot 32
• Price: From R$34,50.
• Event website: OAB/DF

Arraiá Vó do Cerrado (14/06 and 15/06)

After a long year, here is the Arraiá Vó do Cerrado, 2nd edition. There will be two days of this beautiful festival that enchanted Samambaia and the region. Square dance competition, typical food stall, forró trios, games, bonfire and much more! Event with free entry.

• City: Fern (Center)
• Working Hours: From 18:30 pm.
• Local News: South Fern, block 108
• Price: Free (redeem your entry via website)
• event instagram: Arraiá Vó do Cerrado

7th São João do Guará (20/06 to 23/06)

São João do Guará reaches its seventh edition with new attractions. Rick and Rangel open (20/6), followed by Nego Rainner (21/6) and Forrozão Bota pra Moer with Adriano Teclas and Priscila Areba. Bacurau Arretado and the Quadrilha Mala Véia close the party (23/6), promising entertainment with xote, baião and xaxado.

• City: Guará (Southwest Region)
• Working Hours: From 17pm onwards.
• Local News: EQ 30/19, Special Area next to the Consei Building
• Price: From R$25,00 (purchases by Sympla).
• event instagram: São João do Guará

Lamana June Festival (22/06)

The traditional LAMANA June Festival promises fun for everyone! On June 22nd, starting at 06pm, get ready for a celebration full of flavors, music and entertainment. Delicious typical food, games, a forró show with Diego Navoz, dance performances and an Ação entre Amigos draw are guaranteed.

• City: Fern (Center)
• Working Hours: From 17pm onwards.
• Local News: Escola Classe 604, QS 604, AE 1, Samambaia Norte
• Price: Gratuitous.
• event instagram: LAMANA Social Works

June Festival in Goiás

Arraiá do Jacques (25/06)

Influencer Jacques Vanier, who has more than 6 million followers on Instagram alone, organized his Arraiá do Jacques, with more than 10 shows by national artists and in a larger space than in the first edition of 2023. Sales have been open since last Friday (7). Luan Pereira, Guilherme and Benuto, Edson & Hudson, Clayton & Romário and more have already been announced.

• City: Goiânia (capital)
• Working Hours: From 19:30 pm
• Local News: Multiplace Arena – Alameda Barbacena, Qd. 28 – Lt. 18, Vila Alto da Glória
• Price: Between R$70 and R$380 (buy your ticket on Digital Ticket)
• event instagram: Arraiá do Jacques

Arraiá Casca de Bala (26/07)

In the same vein as a more musical June festival, the Arraiá Casca de Bala is a good option. On July 26th, shows by Marília Tavares, Pedrinha Moraes, Erikson Radne, DJ Fabrício Rodrigues and Vini e Bisioli rock the audience at the Atlanta Music Hall. Thullio Milionário, responsible for the viral song “Casca de Bala”, is the host of the event.

• City: Goiânia (capital)
• Working Hours: From 21pm onwards.
• Local News: Atlanta Music Hall – BR-153, s/n – Nossa Senhora de Lourdes
• Price: Between R$60 and R$200, with the option of half-price and half-price (donation of one kilo of non-perishable food).
• event instagram: Arraiá Casca de Bala

21st Arraiá do Goiânia 2 (13/06 to 15/06)

In the June festivities since 2003, the 21st Arraiá do Goiânia 2 This year there is a varied program, including masses, shows, bingo and a kids space. Taking place on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, entry costs R$20 and performances by Matheus and Gustavo, Banda Caju com Sal and Zheel Só Forró and the presentation of the professional gangs Só Thradição (on Thursday, 13) and ARriba Saia (on Thursday, 15) have already been confirmed. on Saturday the XNUMXth).

• City: Goiânia (capital)
• Working Hours: From 20pm onwards.
• Local News: Avenida Pedro Paulo de Souza, QD 02, Area 2B, Setor Goiânia 2
• Price: R$20 (via the Zig app)
• Event website: Arraiá do Goiânia

Arraiá Chêi de Amor (01/06 to 30/06)

O Arraiá Chêi de Amor explores the June festival in addition to Valentine's Day, an emblematic date for lovers. The program includes square dance performances to take your partner from the groups Veraneio, Balancê do Cerrado and Renascer; musical performances by Lucas e os Caras, Batuke da Vila and Nordestinos de Goiás. Classic food and drink stalls and bingo also await you at the Shopping Cerrado Parking Lot.

• City: Goiânia (capital)
• Working Hours: From 20pm onwards.
• Local News: Shopping Cerrado parking lot – Av. Anhanguera, nº 10.790, Setor Aeroviário
• Price: Gratuitous.
• Event website: Shopping Cerrado

See more options Festa Junina in Goiás:

• Sicoob Unicentro Br June Festival: 22/06 from 17pm until midnight at Centro Cultural Oscar Niemeyer – GO-00 – Chácaras Alto da Glória (tickets from R$020)
• Arraiá do Goiânia Shopping: 14 to 16/06 from 17pm at Goiânia Shopping – Av. T-10, 1300, St. Bueno (entrance upon donation of two kilos of non-perishable food per person).
• Arraiá do Country Clube: 15/06 from 21pm at Country Clube de Goiás – BR 153, KM13, Aparecida de Goiânia (from R$550)
• Arraiá Vegan Train: 16/06 from 21pm at the Old Railway Station – Av. Goiás 1799, St. Central (Free)
• Arraiá Rosa Mística: 20/06 to 23/06, on Thursday and Friday from 19pm and on Saturday and Sunday from 16pm at Paróquia São João Batista – Av. T-10 c/ Av. T-11, Praça T-24, St. Bueno (Free)
• Arraiá da Assunção: 21 and 22/06 from 19pm at the Banking Club Parking Lot – Av. Planície, 454 – Vila Itatiaia (Free)
• ROXY Arraiá: 15 and 16/06 from 22pm at ROXY Goiânia – Rua 87, 536 Setor Sul (R$40)
• Arraiá from FacUnicamps: 15/06 from 18pm at the FacUnicamps Academic Center – Perimetral Avenue, campus 3 (Free).

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