Yemanjá Festival
A maritime procession with flowers and offerings to Yemanjá, bringing together religious devotion and expressions of Afro-Brazilian culture in Paraty Bay.
- February · Feb 1–2
- 13th ed.
- Ended
When
In the calendar reviewed, the 2026 reference appears as “February · Feb 1–2”. The edition has ended; this page remains as a record and does not automatically project a date for next year.
- Month: February
- 2026 dates: Feb 1–2
- Edition: 13th ed.
About the event
This is a celebration of faith and community; its rites should be followed respectfully rather than treated only as a tourist attraction. This page presents Yemanjá Festival through facts confirmed for 2026, without turning recurring features into a promise of a future program.
What to expect
The main elements are procession and offering of flowers to the sea; organization by Paraty’s African-rooted religious houses; live music. The exact format changes with each edition, so this page separates recurring features from information specific to 2026.
- procession and offering of flowers to the sea
- organization by Paraty’s African-rooted religious houses
- live music
Location and access
“Yemanjá Festival” takes place at Pontal, next to the Historic Center and reachable on foot. On the sand, carry only what you need and follow environmental and safety guidance.
- Paraty beach and bay
Before you go
For the next edition of “Yemanjá Festival”, use the 2026 details only as a historical reference and confirm dates, programming, registration, tickets and access conditions before traveling.
- Main source: Paraty 2026 calendar and official event channels
- Last factual review: 30/08/2026
Monthly update
September 10, 2026.
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