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Bloco União

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São Paulo, SP

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2026· 1 past parade

  • Event details

    February 22nd, 2026

    Gathering
    14:00
    Parade
    15:00
    Dispersal
    18:00
    Gathering
    R. Ribeirão Branco
    Ribeirão Branco
    Route
    R. Ribeirão Branco, R. Pirassununga, R. Ourinhos, R. Campo Largo, R. Ribeirão Branco
2025· 1 past parade

  • Event details

    March 8th, 2025

    Gathering
    13:00
    Parade
    14:00
    Dispersal
    18:00
    Gathering
    Rua Ribeirão Branco
    Rua Ribeirão Branco, São Paulo - SP
    Dispersal: Rua Ribeirão Ranco
    Route
    R. Ribeirão Branco, R. Pirassununga, R. Ourinhos, R. Campo Largo, R. Ribeirão Ranco

About Bloco União

Bloco União is a carnival group from São Paulo that parades through the streets, bringing joy and music to revelers. Its diverse repertoire includes traditional marches, samba anthems, and other carnival rhythms, keeping the essence of the Brazilian popular festival alive.

Bloco União stands out for its community approach, valuing collective participation and the inclusion of all. Facing challenges common to independent blocs, such as funding and support, the group persists in holding its parades, demonstrating its commitment to the preservation and promotion of carnival culture.

About Bloco União

Bloco União: A Carnival of Unity and Diversity in São Paulo

Bloco União is a celebration of musical diversity and community unity in the São Paulo carnival.

History and Origin

Founded in 1985 in the Grajaú neighborhood, North Zone of Rio de Janeiro, Bloco União arose from the initiative of a group of friends who sought to unite the residents of the neighborhood through music and joy.

Musical Identity

Bloco União represents the musical richness of Rio de Janeiro, presenting an eclectic repertoire that includes samba, funk, axé, and carnival marches. Its performances are marked by contagious energy and interaction with the public.

Structure and Performances

The bloco has a drum section of 150 percussionists and a singing group with 100 members. Its performances are held in various locations in São Paulo, always bringing joy and animation to the revelers.

Special Features

One of the special features of Bloco União is its strong connection with the community. The bloco represents the union of the residents of Grajaú and promotes carnival culture as a form of inclusion and celebration of diversity.

Parades

Bloco União parades through the streets of São Paulo, bringing its music and joy to the revelers. Its specific location during the parades varies each year.

Bloco União is a symbol of the unity and musical diversity of the Brazilian carnival, bringing joy and rhythm to the streets of São Paulo.

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