Frei Gilson brings together more than 40 thousand people at the Festa do Peão de Piracicaba

Frei Gilson brings together more than 40 thousand people at the Festa do Peão de Piracicaba Credit: Aline Aragon The opening night of the Festa do Peão de Piracicaba, held last Tuesday (11), brought together more than 40 thousand people and raised 15 tons of non-perishable food. The main attraction of the event was Frei Gilson's show. All proceeds will be distributed to charitable and social assistance works that serve families in municipalities within the territory of the Diocese of Piracicaba. The religious's presentation at the event took place after an invitation from the diocesan bishop, Dom Devair Araújo da Fonseca, and was made possible in partnership with the event's organizers. "Brother Gilson already had a date scheduled to visit Piracicaba, and the organization of Festa do Peão talked to us about the possibility of coinciding this visit with the opening of the festival", said the bishop. presentations. Most of the public had free access to the venue, with the recommendation of the voluntary delivery of one kilo of non-perishable food. To cover the costs of setting up an expanded structure, the event promoters only offered box tickets. Catholic in public spaces and events of this type. "The last popes have highlighted the importance of the Church's presence in these environments. Having this space at the Festa do Peão is very significant, as it opens up the possibility for a greater number of people to participate, using an infrastructure that was already prepared for a large event", he stated. For Dom Devair, the initiative reinforces the evangelizing mission of the Church and the expansion of its means of dialogue with society. "We clearly heard the voice and lyrics of the song sung by the children. This shows the importance of transmitting faith in the family environment, as the friar himself highlighted to the parents present", he said. Frei Gilson brings together more than 40 thousand people at the Festa do Peão de Piracicaba Credit: Aline Aragon ATTRACTIONS The gates of the venue were opened to the public at 12pm. The program throughout the day included performances by the Caipira Viola Orchestra, DJ, and the Catholic band. Arkanjos and singer Juninho Cassimiro, preceding Frei Gilson's main show, which started at 8pm. Organized by Organization Estrela and ES Agência de Eventos, the party continues this Friday (14th). Natanzinho Lima and Vini Drumond take the stage to lead the crowd. following with shows by Pedro Sampaio & Ícaro & Gilmar on the 21st, and with Bruno & Marrone, Dennis DJ and Fiduma & Jeca closing the event on the 22nd in style. It is also worth highlighting that the party will have trained and qualified professionals at all shows who will simultaneously be translating the Brazilian Sign Language (Libras) on the big screens next to the stage. The initiative will be possible thanks to the partnership with CEPSC | Piracicaba Santa Cruz Educational Center. The “most charming festival in the region”, also known as one of the most traditional rodeos in the State of São Paulo, the Festa do Peão de Boiadeiro de Piracicaba brings together thousands of people from the city of Piracicaba and other municipalities in the region every year. The event will also feature a lot of sport with bull and horse riding, as well as the traditional three-barrel event and the Team Penning event. The competitions will be valid for the Rozeta Cup. Tickets can be purchased through the Tycket website PIRACICABA BOIADEIRO PEÃO PARTY The 31st Piracicaba Cowboy Peão Festival will be held in a space of 70 thousand square meters, the venue will also have a complete structure with a food court, Camarote Stage, University Stage and parking. The public will also have at their disposal, in addition to the grandstand to watch the shows and mounts, the Corporate Box, Track, VIP Arena and Front Stage. Security will be monitored by the Municipal Civil Guard, Private Security, Brigade Team and the Military Police. The site will also be equipped with monitoring cameras. SHOWS 14/08 – Natanzinho Lima and Vini Drumond 15/08 – Gusttavo Lima and Elis Justi 21/08 – Pedro Sampaio & Ícaro & Gilmar 22/08 – Bruno & Marrone, Dennis DJ and Fiduma & Jeca FESTA DO PEÃO DE BOIADEIRO DE PIRACICABA Date: August 11th to 22nd Location: Unileste – Avenida Professor Benedito de Andrade, 200 - Piracicaba/SP. Information: (19) 9 9623 3506 / @festadopeaodepiracicaba