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Arraiá du Abraãoforró with your feet in the sand
Live forró music · typical food · dancing on Vila do Abraão beach
There's a July night when the whole of Vila do Abraão dances. Forró takes over the sand, the little flags sway in the sea breeze and the smell of festival food mixes with the salty air. It's the Arraiá du Abraão — Ilha Grande's most charming June festival (São João). And it lands on one of the best weekends to be on the island.
🎟️ There's still time — and spots left!
The festival runs July 18–20 and you can still secure your spot. We handle the transfers, the stay and the tours — you just show up and dive into the forró.
What happens at the arraiá
Three nights of forró by the sea
- 🪗Live forró music, with bands spinning the arrasta-pé repertoire.
- 🌽Typical food stalls along the shore — sweets, warm drinks and everything to snack on.
- 💃Forró workshop on Saturday, by the sea, so nobody stays still (not even the shy ones).
- 🔥Dancing on the sand until the last song, with the Atlantic rainforest and a starry sky as the backdrop.
What it is 🤠
Ilha Grande's most charming June festival
The Arraiá du Abraão is the island's June festival, right by the sea, run by the City of Angra dos Reis. It's the São João tradition with an island accent: the northeastern countryside meeting the Costa Verde sea, no cars and no rush. The same village that by day takes you to Brazil's most beautiful beaches, by night invites you to dance.
When it happens 🗓️
Mark your calendar
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July 18–20, 2026The festival's big weekend, with forró, food stalls and a workshop — plus programming on other July weekends in Vila do Abraão.
Dates follow the official calendar of the City of Angra dos Reis. Since the lineup may add new attractions, it's worth confirming the latest schedule with Ilha Tour Support before booking.
Secure your spot 🏝️
Stay on the island and enjoy every last forró
The best way to enjoy the arraiá is to stay on the island 🏨 — that way you dance late and wake up facing the sea, with no rush to catch the boat. These 3 packages pair perfectly with the festival weekend:
Pacote Paradisíaco
The whole island: stay, transfers and tours to the most beautiful beaches, with plenty of time for the arraiá at night.
See Paradisíaco
Pacote Descubra Ilha Grande
Perfect for a first visit: the essentials sorted — just arrive, enjoy, and dance forró on the sand.
See Descubra
Pacote Lagoa Azul
Add the party to one of the island's most stunning tours: the crystal waters of Lagoa Azul, essentials included.
See Lagoa AzulPrefer to build your own? Browse all Ilha Tour packages or talk to Ilha Tour Support 💚 and we'll fit your trip into the best arraiá weekend.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the Arraiá du Abraão in 2026?
The big weekend is July 18–20, 2026 (per the official calendar of the City of Angra dos Reis), with programming on other July weekends too, along the Vila do Abraão shore. Confirm the schedule with Ilha Tour Support.
Can I still go this year?
Yes! There are still spots in the packages for the festival weekend. Since the dates are close, it's best to secure yours as soon as possible — we handle transfers, stay and tours.
Is there an entry fee for the arraiá?
The arraiá on the shore is open and free (run by the City of Angra dos Reis). You only pay for what you buy at the stalls.
What should I bring?
Light, comfortable clothes for dancing, a jacket for the night breeze and lots of energy for forró. Plaid is optional, but it helps set the mood!
Ready to dance forró with your feet in the sand? 🎉
We handle the transfers, the stay and the tours. You just show up and join the dance.
