Bloco Amigos do Gelo: Celebrating Samba and Football at São Paulo Carnival

The Bloco Amigos do Gelo (Friends of Ice Block) is a carnival group that brings a unique mix of football and samba to the streets of São Paulo. Founded in 2018 in the Limão neighborhood, the bloco has its roots in the Mel na Boca amateur football club.

Origin and Tradition

The history of Amigos do Gelo is an example of how the traditions of carnival and amateur football intertwine in Brazilian culture. The members of the bloco are mostly players from the football team, their friends and family, who trade the fields for the streets during the carnival period.

Musical Identity

Although there is no detailed information about the specific musical style of the bloco, it is common for groups like this to incorporate typical carnival rhythms, such as samba and marchinhas, possibly with lyrics that refer to the world of football.

Special Features

The main objective of the Bloco Amigos do Gelo is to rescue street carnival, without forgetting the social and cultural aspect of the party. This approach reflects a growing trend in São Paulo of valuing street carnival, which has been gaining strength in recent years.

Parades

The bloco usually parades in the Casa Verde Subprefecture region. The dates and locations of the parade may change according to the official program of the São Paulo carnival, which is updated annually by the city hall.