Valinhos, in the interior of São Paulo, celebrates its 130th anniversary with a free event that showcases... Italian heritage At the heart of the celebrations. The Italian Festival. Long Live Our People It takes place between May 28th and 31st at the Fig Festival Park, located at Rua Dom João VI, 82, bringing together music, gastronomy, dance, and traditions linked to Italian immigration in the historical formation of the city.
One of the biggest names in Italian music in Brazil, the singer Tony Angeli He will perform on May 29th at 20 PM. Known for bringing classic Italian music to the stage and for preserving the... cultural traditions of immigrationThe artist performs alongside the dance group. La Bella Tarantella.
The musical program also includes the Tenors of Brazil, Ricardo and Marcello, the Samba da Tia Rê Special Adoniran Barbosa, and the traditional Italian Parade.
Polenta's Fall: Intangible Heritage in Focus
On Sunday the 31st, at 12:15 pm, the event will take place. Tombo da Polenta, one of the most anticipated moments of the festivities. Recognized as Cultural and Intangible Heritage of Valinhos, the event symbolizes the Italian roots present in the history of the municipality and has become established as one of the city's most representative traditions.
Gastronomy and full program
The gastronomic experience includes handmade pasta, Neapolitan pizza, focaccia, polenta, antipasti, cannoli, Sicilian lemon gelato served in the lemon fruit, as well as wines, liqueurs, and craft beers.
The program also includes charity bingo, themed meetings, children's activities, a craft fair, a Women Entrepreneurs Fair, and charitable actions with social assistance organizations in the municipality.
Entry is free on all days of the event.
FOLLOW ITALIANISM
