This week's cultural program in Belém and the interior of Pará offers free options for all audiences, bringing together major music festivals, dance and theater shows, special holiday activities for children and gastronomic itineraries. ? Follow the g1 Pará channel on WhatsApp Among the highlights are the biggest edition of the Pé na Areia Festival; the debut of the Psica Festival in the Amazon Summer, with shows by Duda Beat and Tribo de Jah; the Folklore Festival with Manu Batidão, in Curuçá; and the unprecedented exhibition "Carolinas", which pays homage to the writer Carolina Maria de Jesus. Check out the options selected by g1 below, divided by categories: ? Trending programs ? Shows ? Shows ? Tours ?? Exhibitions ? Trending programs Pé na Areia Festival Dilsinho performs in Salinópolis Photo: Disclosure / Social Networks The biggest edition of the festival transforms Praia do Atalaia into a large open-air stage, with scenographic project that integrates beach and audience. The public can also enjoy daytime experiences, such as the Beach Club Pé na Areia by Casemirão and the Wellness Space. This weekend, the line-up features Henry Freitas and Dubdogz on Friday (17); Rey Vaqueiro, Eric Land and Petroski in the sunset edition on Saturday (18); and Dilsinho on Sunday (19). ? When: From Friday (17) to Sunday (19). ? Where: Praia do Atalaia, Salinópolis. ? How much: Not disclosed. ? More information: Tickets are available on the Ingresse.com website. Psica Festival in the Amazonian Summer Duda Beat Joseph Clarkson/Disclosure The first edition of the festival focused on the Amazonian summer focuses on the meeting between national artists and local music references. The line-up features shows by Duda Beat, Tribo de Jah, Mombojó, Mega Pop Show, as well as Marajoara cultural groups, such as Encanto Marajoara and Batuque Encantado. The event seeks to unite music, culture and tourism. ? When: Friday (17) and Saturday (18). ? Where: Vila de Joanes, in Salvaterra, Marajó. ? How much: Free entry. ? More information: see the full report. "Carolinas" exhibition The unprecedented exhibition brings together works by seven black visual artists from Pará in dialogue with the legacy of the writer Carolina Maria de Jesus. Curated by Vânia Leal, the exhibition features photography, painting, sculpture, installation and video, celebrating the intellectual and visual production of black women from the North. Parallel programming includes mediated visits and a curatorial workshop. ? When: From July 15th to November 8th. Visitation from Tuesday to Sunday, from 10am to 9pm. ? Where: CAIXA Cultural Belém – Galeria I (Avenida Marechal Hermes, S/N, Galpão 6A, Porto Futuro II). ? How much: Free entry. ? More information: Free classification. Registration for the curation workshop (22/08) must be made via the Caixa Cultural Belém website. ? Shows Curuçá Folklore Festival Manu Batidão entertains the audience on the first day of the Festival Virada Salvador Joilson Cesar/Ag. Picnews The 48th edition of the event celebrates the popular traditions of the Amazon with performances by square dances, carimbó groups, bois-bumbás and national shows. The musical program includes Clézio and Mel on Friday (17); Dorgival Dantas and Thiago Costa on Saturday (18); and Manu Batidão on Sunday (19). The space also has exhibitions of crafts and typical gastronomy. ? When: From Friday (17) to Sunday (19). ? Where: Bosque da Igualdade, Curuçá (PA). ? How much: Free programming. ? More information: Curuçá City Hall held. Summer Charm 2026 at Biruta Charm Cantor Suel Disclosure The summer program at Biruta Charm, in Salinópolis, shakes up the weekend with different rhythms. On Thursday (16), Karol Diva, Guilherme Menezes and Lucas Eiron will perform. On Friday (17th) there is a pagoda with Nosso Tom, Xerife Barão and DJ Hiroshi, as well as an open bar until 10:30 pm. Saturday (18) ends the agenda with a show by singer Suel. ? When: From Thursday (16) to Saturday (18). ? Where: Biruta Charm (Praia do Atalaia, Salinópolis). ? How much: check your Instagram profile. ? More information: Tickets available on the Sympla website. Reservations by phone (91) 98106-4292. Pé de Cerrado Tour 25 Years Grupo Pé do Cerrado performs at the Children's Music Festival - Musicar Disclosure The Brazilian group Pé de Cerrado celebrates 25 years of history with the show "Os Brincantes", which brings together rhythms such as carimbó, maracatu, bumba meu boi, ciranda and frevo, as well as theater, circus and humor. The tour promotes cultural exchange and features local artists, such as Tambores do Pacoval and Grupo de Tradições Marajoara Cruzeirinho in Salvaterra, and singer André Nascimento and DJ Gabi Matos in Belém. ? When: Thursday (16), at 8pm (Salvaterra); and Sunday (19), at 8pm (Belém). ? Where: Praça Magalhães Barata (Salvaterra) and Espaço Cultural Apoena (Belém). ? How much: Free entry. ? More information: Details on the Instagram profile @pedecerrado and in the full report. Balada Trio with Balada Mix Band Balada Mix Disclosure The band Balada Mix leads the party in the "Balada Trio" project, bringing a show with a lot of axé to the public on the coast of Pará. ? When: Sunday (19), from 4pm. ? Where: Praia do Atalaia, Salinópolis. ? How much: Free entry. ? More information: on the Instagram profile @bandabaladamix ? Shows Filhas da NoiteSuja Daughters of NoiteSuja - Cametá Divulgação / Tarcísio Gabriel Coletivo NoiteSuja holds the closing party and the presentation of the show "Filhas da NoiteSuja", the result of the 4th Itinerant Drag Artistic Residency. The event features performances by Cameta drag queens trained at the residency, as well as performances by Tristan Soledade, Pandora Rivera Raia and DJ S1mone. The space offers accessibility with Libras interpreters, a sighted guide, mobility support professional and a sensory accommodation room. ? When: Saturday (18), at 9pm. ? Where: Mix Pub Bar — Rua Coronel Raimundo Leão, 01, Centro – Cametá. ? How much: Free entry. ? More information: Tickets are limited and withdrawal must be made via the link available in the Instagram bio @noitesuja. Maré Show The artistic residency of Projeto Maré, directed by researcher and artist from Pará Angélica Monteiro, culminates in a show that mixes dance, music, theater and poetry. The assembly is the result of a collective creation laboratory with nine artists from the North region and proposes a dialogue about the cultural and social landscapes of the multiple Amazons, using dance as a form of research and knowledge production. ? When: July 24th, 25th and 26th, at 7pm. ? Where: Casa das Artes. ? How much: Free entry. ? More information: The initiative is part of international research that will result in the publication of a book on decolonial creation methodologies. ? Tours II Gurijuba Gastronomic Festival Gurijuba Gastronomic Festival, in Vigia, Pará. Disclosure The event celebrates the fishing tradition and cuisine of Vigia, recognized as the "land of gurijuba". The program brings together a gastronomic fair with new and traditional dishes, such as fish lasagna, pastry with cupuaçu jelly and gurijuba cupcakes, as well as culinary workshops, kitchen shows, craft exhibitions and musical performances. ? When: Saturday (18) and Sunday (19). ? Where: Edge of the Guajará-Mirim River, Vigia de Nazaré. ? How much: Free entry. ? More information: Realization of the Vigia and Sebrae City Hall. Lilo & Stitch themed event New Lilo & Stitch event arrives in Belém. Nelson Pacheco Boulevard Shopping Belém hosts a new attraction inspired by the Lilo & Stitch franchise. The immersive space offers interactive activities for children, such as photo backdrops, challenges and themed games, including Surf School and Stitch's Beach House. The proposal is to guarantee a leisure option for families during school holidays. ? When: From July 17th to August 17th. ? Where: Boulevard Shopping Belém (Floor P1). ? How much: Free entry. ? More information: Activities aimed at children aged 4 to 12. Film shows Culture in the Square Culture in the Square Disclosure The 8th edition of the project promotes traveling outdoor festivals with the screening of short films produced by young people, as well as local artistic presentations. In Canaã dos Carajás (PA), the event features Batalha de Rima and a show by Coletivo Dependentes do Movimento. ? When: Friday (17th), at 7pm (Canaã dos Carajás); and Saturday (25), at 6pm (Açailândia). ? Where: Praça do Vale da Benção (Canaã dos Carajás - PA) and Assentamento Novo Oriente, in front of the São Pedro Church (Açailândia - MA). ? How much: Free entry. ? More information: The films will also be made available with accessibility features on the online platform culturanapraca.art.br. Afternoon of brega and feijoada Espaço Cultural Poraquê promotes an afternoon of brega and feijoada in Belém. Disclosure Espaço Cultural Poraquê promotes an afternoon dedicated to the appreciation of popular culture in Pará, combining gastronomy, music and dance. The program includes a live show by Tony dos Teclados and a brega class aimed at both beginners and those who want to perfect their steps. ? When: Sunday (19), from 2:30 pm. ? Where: Espaço Cultural Poraquê — Rua dos 48, nº 42, Batista Campos. ? How much: Feijoada for R$ 10 (entrance fee in the space not disclosed). ? More information: On Instagram profile Weekend at CCBA Ester Sá performs storytelling on Sunday Disclosure / Nailana Thiely The space promotes a special educational program linked to the new exhibition "Floresta Encantada". On Friday and Saturday, audiences of all ages can participate in the Virtual Reality Painting Workshop with artist Ygor Marotta, exploring creation in 3D. On Sunday, actress Ester Sá leads a children's story-telling based on indigenous myths and Amazonian fauna. The place also hosts free exhibitions, such as "Workers", by Sebastião Salgado. ? When: Virtual Reality Workshop on Friday (17) and Saturday (18), from 10am to 12pm. Storytelling on Sunday (19), from 11am to 12pm. The exhibitions can be visited from Tuesday to Friday, from 10am to 4pm, and on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays, from 10am to 2pm. ? Where: Centro Cultural Banco da Amazônia — Avenida Presidente Vargas, 800, Campina, Belém. ? How much: Free entry. ? More information: The workshop has limited spaces and requires prior registration online. Holidays at the Amazon Museum (MAZ) Program at the Amazon Museum, in Belém Disclosure The Amazon Museum (MAZ) promotes a free holiday program for all ages, focusing on the cultural, environmental and social diversity of the region. The agenda includes "Vivências MAZ", with a conversation about the role of Amazonian women and a biojewelry workshop, in addition to the "Roteirinho do MAZ", aimed at children and young people with popular games and indigenous knowledge. The end of the month features a lambada and Latin rhythms workshop. ? When: From July 10th to 31st. Activities take place on specific days and times (especially Fridays and Sundays, starting at 2pm or 4pm). ? Where: Amazon Museum (MAZ). ? How much: Free entry. ? More information: The indicative classification varies depending on the activity (free, children's, children's or general). ?? Exhibitions Hyper-realism in Brazil Hyper-realism in Brazil Disclosure The exhibition by São Paulo artist Giovani Caramello brings together 11 realistic sculptures that reproduce human faces and bodies with an impressive wealth of details. Made in resin, silicone and bronze, the pieces include three new works, such as "Nikutai", 2.10 meters high, and the "Second Chance" bust. ? When: until September 20th. Visitation from Tuesday to Sunday, from 10am to 9pm. ? Where: CAIXA Cultural Belém – Galleries 2 and 3 (Warehouse 6A of the Porto Futuro II Complex, Av. Marechal Hermes, S/N). ? How much: Free entry. ? More information: Rating for 14 years. Registration for the workshop and more details on the Caixa Cultural website or on the Instagram profiles @caixaculturalbelem and @exposicaohiperrealismo. VIDEOS: see all the news from Pará Read more news from the state on g1 Pará