Banda do Candinho turns São Paulo’s Bixiga into a heroic stage, with a “Three Musketeers”-inspired parade honoring local legends and cultural events.
Tribute to Bixiga’s True Legends
Under Candinho Neto, official ambassador of São Paulo Street Carnival 2026, Banda do Candinho spotlights “Bixiga Heroes”. The storyline echoes “All for one, one for all” from Dumas, mirroring icons like Armando Pugliese, Armandinho do Bixiga, Walter Taverna, Egydio Coelho da Silva, and Dr. Nelson Abreu Pinto.
These figures shaped Bela Vista‘s cultural, social, and community fabric. Candinho Neto, ABASP founder and honorary president, has championed street carnivals for decades.
All for one, one for Bixiga.
Unmissable Cultural Lineup
Kickoff is the “Bixiga Heroes” exhibit, from January 30 to March at MUMBI. Features 15 A3 panels blending photos, texts, and literary ties.
On February 3, elect the Carnival Court at Bar Utopia: King Momo, Queen, princesses, and Utopia Muse. February 5 brings the nighttime Bixiga Heroes Walk from Mário de Andrade Library to Bixiga via iconic streets like Major Diogo and 13 de Maio.
Main Parade Rocks Rua 13 de Maio
Climax on February 11 at 7pm, Rua 13 de Maio 37. Free and open to all, embracing popular carnival vibes.
Event Details
“Bixiga Heroes” Exhibit January 30, 7pm MUMBI – Rua dos Ingleses 118, Bixiga
Nighttime “Bixiga Heroes” Walk February 5, 8pm Start: Mário de Andrade Library – Rua da Consolação, Downtown
Banda do Candinho Official Parade February 11, 7pm Rua 13 de Maio 37, Bixiga Free and open to public
Photo: Press Release
