Feira de São Cristóvão turns 81 and celebrates home artists
extra29 August 2026 at 08:00
The Feira de São Cristóvão, in Rio de Janeiro, turns 81 celebrating the history and artists who keep alive the largest Northeastern cultural hub in the city. Founded as an arrival point for migrants fleeing drought, the fair has transformed over the decades and today hosts over 100 artists, including accordion players, singers, and dancers, who ensure forró as a permanent soundtrack. The poetry of cordel writers like Marcus Lucenna helps preserve the memory of Northeastern migrants, while new names like Kati Girl, a native of Ceará who has performed at the venue for nearly 20 years, ensure the cultural renewal of the fair.
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