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Bloco Velha Guarda Butantã

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São Paulo, SPSince 1992

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Parades and events

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2026· 1 past parade

  • Event details

    February 21st, 2026

    Gathering
    12:00
    Parade
    13:00
    Dispersal
    17:00
    Gathering
    R. João Pessoa de Queiroz
    Rua João Pessoa de Queiroz Sobrinho, São Paulo
    Route
    R. João Pessoa de Queiroz, R. Willy Fischer, Av. José Joaquim Seabra, R. Imperatriz Dona Amélia
2025· 1 past parade

  • Event details

    March 8th, 2025

    Gathering
    11:00
    Parade
    12:00
    Dispersal
    18:00
    Gathering
    Rua Eng. Willy Fischer 306
    Rua Eng. Willy Fischer 306, São Paulo - SP
    Dispersal: R Dr. Carmino Caricchio
    Route
    Rua Eng. Willy Fischer 306, Av. José Joaquim Seabra, R Dr. Carmino Caricchio

About Bloco Velha Guarda Butantã

Founded in 1992 in Butantã, São Paulo, the Bloco Velha Guarda Butantã maintains the tradition of carnival marches, combined with samba and choro. With experienced musicians playing cavaquinho, pandeiro, and cuíca, their performances are lively, with dancers and costumed revelers.

About Bloco Velha Guarda Butantã

Bloco Velha Guarda Butantã: Maintaining the Tradition of São Paulo Carnival

The Bloco Velha Guarda Butantã is a carnival bloco (street band) founded in 1992 by residents of the Butantã neighborhood in São Paulo. With a proposal to blend traditional carnival marchinhas (traditional carnival songs) with samba and choro, the bloco has been winning over revelers with its lively performances.

Musical Identity

The Velha Guarda Butantã's repertoire consists of classic carnival marchinhas, such as "Mamãe eu Quero" and "Ó Abre Alas". The bloco also incorporates elements of samba and choro, maintaining the essence of the marchinhas.

Special Characteristics

The performances of Velha Guarda Butantã are marked by the presence of passistas (samba dancers) and costumed revelers, creating a cheerful and relaxed atmosphere. The bloco has experienced musicians who play cavaquinho, pandeiro, cuíca and other traditional instruments.

Parades and Location

The Bloco Velha Guarda Butantã parades on the streets of São Paulo, São Paulo. The exact location of the parades may vary, so it is recommended to consult the official website or social media of the bloco for updated information.

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City of origin
São Paulo, SP
Established
Since 1992
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