It’s a time to gather in a spirit of music, dance, family and friends, the celebration of a heritage, and sharing of a culture with the whole community.
Each year, the festival celebrates a particular state of Brazil, and this year, the festival honors the state of Minas Gerais. Located in the eastern part of Brazil, It reaches into the interior, and is known for its place in Brazilian history, and the immortal quest for gold.
The festival will feature live music performances of Brazilian musical styles such as pagode, forró, and contemporary sertanejo, along with dance shows, a carnival costume parade, a variety of Brazilian food, including the signature barbecue, called churrasco, and children’s activities, including pony rides, a mini-train, face-painting, and a petting zoo with farm animals…