MAFAGAFONIA PRESENTS

VIVA BRAZIL

A VIBRANT CELEBRATION OF BRAZILIAN CULTURE!

VIVA BRAZIL features a carefully curated programme where diversity is embraced. Brazilians and non-Brazilians are invited to experience the unique richness of Brazilian culture, through its colours, sounds, and flavours.

VIVA BRAZIL is a true cultural immersion with live music, artistic performances, gastronomy, storytelling, and activities for all ages. The event fosters intergenerational connections and strengthens community bonds, celebrating cultural heritage that transcends borders. Come be part of a cultural journey that welcomes everyone — no passport required!

Mafagafonia is a not-for-profit cultural and community organisation, directed by Magali Hochberg and Thais Preece. Mafagafonia is specialised in promoting Brazilian culture in the UK through high-quality artistic programmes and cultural events. In 2024, Mafagafonia embraced Canto dos Mafagafos — a well-established initiative that, for over five years, has been developing content, projects and experiences focused on art, culture and family entertainment with special attention to migrant communities. Recognised as a leading voice in the sector, Mafagafonia combines excellence in cultural production with a genuine commitment to social impact. Mafagafonia stands for quality, belonging and connection — promoting culture with purpose for diverse, intergenerational and multicultural audiences.

Stalls will be open from 10:30am to 5.30pm.
The artistic programme will run from 11am to 5:30pm.

10:30am to 5.30pm - Arts, Design and Crafts Market with Brazilian Makers

10:30am to 5.30pm - Delicious Brazilian Food and Drinks

STAGE (DROP-IN)

11am - Event Opening

11.10am - Storytime with Podcast “Leituras Literárias Para Crianças”

11.30am - Paraiso School of Samba: performance and workshop

12.15pm - Games from Brazil & UK with Sabia Duvida

12.30pm - Storytime with Podcast “Leituras Literárias Para Crianças”

1pm - Live Music with Chris Zainotte - Samba de Malandra

2pm - Arte Pura: Capoeira and Brazilian traditional dances

3pm - QUIZ with MãeZona & Mafagafonia

3.30pm - Live Music with Menino Josué

4.45pm - Live Music with Samba de Raiz UK Official

CREATIVE WORKSHOPS

12.15pm - Watercolour Workshop with Ana Carolina - Cayana at the Tent Zone*

12.45pm - Embroidery session for families with Children, with Karina Piva Soares - at Casa do Livro Brazilian Library Zone**

2.30pm - Watercolour Workshop with Ana Carolina - Cayana at the Tent Zone*

4pm - Embroidery session for adults - with Karina Piva Soares at the Tent Zone***

* FREE SIGN-UP on site 1 hour in advance, no materials required.

** FREE SIGN-UP on site 1 hour in advance, bring your own Child-safe Embroidery Kit or buy one from the artist on site.

*** FREE SIGN-UP on site 1 hour in advance, bring your own Embroidery Kit or buy one from the artist on site.

STORYTIME WITH CASA DO LIVRO BRAZILIAN LIBRARY

11.45am - Storytime, Songs and Games for babies and toddlers, with Casa do Livro Brazilian Library (DROP-IN)

12.45am - Storytime + Embroidery session for families with Children, with Karina Piva Soares**

1.45pm - Storytime for children with Casa do Livro Brazilian Library - all ages welcome (DROP-IN)

2.45pm - Storytime for children with Podcast “Leituras Literárias Para Crianças”- all ages welcome (DROP-IN)

3.45pm - Storytime for children with Casa do Livro Brazilian Library- all ages welcome (DROP-IN)

4.45pm - Storytime for children with Casa do Livro Brazilian Library - all ages welcome (DROP-IN)

** FREE SIGN-UP on site 1 hour in advance, for the Storytime + Embroidery session.

Bring your own Child-safe Embroidery Kit or buy one from the artist on site.

SPECIAL 10th ANNIVERSARY CARNIVAL DRINKS*

Caipirinha (Traditional)
Caipiroska (Vodka Caipirinha)
Guaraná Antarctica (non-alcoholic)

*subject to availability