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Bloco Xique Xique do Cairo — Street Blocos São Paulo

Bloco Xique Xique do Cairo

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São Paulo, SP

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2026· 1 past parade

  • Event details

    February 7th, 2026

    Gathering
    13:00
    Parade
    14:00
    Dispersal
    18:00
    Gathering
    R. Pedro Américo
    Rua Pedro Américo, Jardim São Caetano, São Caetano do Sul, Região Imediata de São Paulo, Região Metropolitana de São Paulo, Região Geográfica Intermediária de São Paulo, São Paulo, Região Sudeste, 09581-300, Brasil
    Route
    R. Pedro Américo, Pça. da República, Av. Vieira de Carvalho, Lgo. do Arouche, Av. Vieira de Carvalho, Pça. da República, R. Pedro Américo
2025· 1 past parade

  • Event details

    February 22nd, 2025

    Gathering
    15:00
    Parade
    16:00
    Dispersal
    18:00
    Gathering
    Rua Pedro Américo
    Rua Pedro Américo, São Paulo - SP
    Dispersal: Rua Pedro Americo
    Route
    R. Pedro Américo, Av. Dr. Vieira de Carvalho, Largo do Arouche, Av. Dr. Vieira de Carvalho, R. Pedro Americo

About Bloco Xique Xique do Cairo

Bloco Xique Xique do Cairo is a traditional carnival bloco that parades in the streets of Rio de Janeiro. Founded in the 1970s, it's known for its lively samba and its use of typical Brazilian instruments. The bloco's name and imagery evoke the mystique of ancient Egypt, adding a unique touch to its performances. Xique Xique do Cairo usually parades through the Catete neighborhood, attracting a diverse crowd of revelers. This bloco is one of the oldest and most respected in the city's carnival, contributing to the rich cultural heritage of Rio's street celebrations.

About Bloco Xique Xique do Cairo

Bloco Xique Xique do Cairo: A Carnival of Tradition and Vibration

The Bloco Xique Xique do Cairo is one of the highlights of São Paulo's street Carnival, enlivening the streets of the city center with its contagious music and creative costumes.

Musical Identity

The repertoire of Xique Xique do Cairo is an eclectic mix of classic marches, samba-enredo songs, and other songs that marked an era, creating a nostalgic and contemporary atmosphere. The fusion of lively rhythms and the originality of the costumes make the bloco unique and attractive to revelers of all ages.

Distinctive Characteristics

A striking characteristic of Xique Xique do Cairo is its parade on Rua Pedro Américo, in the heart of São Paulo, providing a vibrant and accessible environment for revelers. The bloco also stands out for its ability to rescue elements of the old street carnivals, preserving carnival traditions.

2025 Parade

In the 2025 Carnival, Xique Xique do Cairo will parade on February 22nd, at 2 PM, participating in the official calendar of São Paulo's street Carnival. The bloco invites revelers to join the celebration, offering a festive and culturally significant experience.

The Bloco Xique Xique do Cairo is an integral part of the rich mosaic of blocos that make up the São Paulo Carnival, contributing to the cultural effervescence of the city during the carnival period.

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