Bloco do Binguelo: A Traditional and Inclusive Celebration
Introduction
Bloco do Binguelo is a carnival celebration that enlivens the streets of São Paulo. Created in 2015, the bloco stands out for its relaxed, inclusive approach and its appreciation of traditional carnival marches.
History and Tradition
Founded by a group of friends passionate about music, Bloco do Binguelo arose from a passion for traditional carnival marches. The name of the bloco is a tribute to a very popular placeholder word among its founders. Binguelo's mascot, a laid-back and "swinging" little chicken, represents the joy and lightheartedness of the bloco.
Musical Identity
Bloco do Binguelo focuses on traditional carnival marches, keeping this important expression of Brazilian carnival culture alive. They even have their own march, which celebrates the spirit of the bloco.
Special Features
Binguelo is a relaxed celebration, with strong participation from families, friends, and the local community. The bloco encourages creativity, the wearing of costumes, and values inclusion, seeking to create an environment where children and the elderly can play together.
Parades
Bloco do Binguelo usually performs during the pre-Carnival and Carnival period in São Paulo. The bloco's traditional location is the Pinheiros neighborhood, near Praça Benedito Calixto. For the 2025 carnival, the bloco is scheduled to parade on February 22nd, with concentration at 2:00 PM and dispersal at 6:00 PM, following the route of Rua Mateus Grou, 629.
Conclusion
Bloco do Binguelo is a carnival celebration that unites tradition and inclusion. With its relaxed approach and repertoire of marches, the bloco offers an authentic experience of São Paulo's street carnival.
