Festa dos Pés de Pomba 2013 in Barão de Cocais, MG
39th Festa dos Pés de Pomba
The 2013 Festa dos Pés de Pomba marked the 39th edition of one of the most traditional and best-loved events in Barão de Cocais, a town in the heart of the Serra do Caraça.
Held from July 26 to 28, the festival brought together big names in Brazilian music, livening up the town with three nights of joy, culture and celebration.
The program took place at the José Furtado Events Space, which once again welcomed a large crowd, confirming the success of a tradition that has symbolized the pride and identity of Barão de Cocais for decades.
Organized by the City Hall, through the Department of Culture and Tourism, the 2013 edition kept the event's original purpose: to value local roots, strengthen folk culture and provide free entertainment for the whole community and visitors from the Serra do Caraça region.
Tradition and Cultural Identity in the Serra do Caraça
The Festa dos Pés de Pomba was born in the 1970s with the aim of giving new meaning to the nickname "pés de pomba" (literally "dove's feet"), which was used in a derogatory way to refer to the residents of Barão de Cocais.
Turned into a symbol of pride and unity, the celebration came to represent the strength and creativity of the people of Barão de Cocais, while highlighting the town's tourist and cultural potential.
In 2013, this tradition was once again reaffirmed, bringing together locals, visitors and tourists from many neighboring towns.
During the event, the mix of rhythms and styles — from pop rock to samba — showed the musical and cultural diversity of the Serra do Caraça region.
Music Program: Three Nights of Big Shows
The 39th Festa dos Pés de Pomba had a heavyweight music program that entertained the crowd from start to finish.
Each night featured a nationally known headliner, mixing styles and establishing the festival as an event for every taste.
On Friday (July 26), the band Biquini Cavadão, one of the biggest names in Brazilian pop rock, took the stage. The group performed great hits such as "Tédio", "Zé Ninguém" and "Vento Ventania", thrilling the audience with energy and nostalgia.
Saturday (July 27) was dominated by the irreverence and good humor of the band Tianastácia, which brought a mix of Minas Gerais rock and fun to the Barão de Cocais stage, entertaining the audience with songs full of attitude and charisma.
The interaction with the crowd and the vibrant repertoire made this one of the most memorable nights of the edition.
Closing the festival on Sunday (July 28), the stage welcomed the pagode group Molejo, which brought all its charisma and joy to end the event on a high note.
With hits such as "Cilada" and "Brincadeira de Criança", the group got the audience singing and dancing, ending the 2013 Pés de Pomba in an atmosphere of pure fun and popular celebration.
Culture and Local Development
Besides music, the Festa dos Pés de Pomba is an important tool for strengthening the local economy and culture.
During the event, shopkeepers, artisans and food producers from the region have the opportunity to display and sell their products, boosting commerce and attracting tourists to the town.
In 2013, the event reinforced the City Hall's commitment to investing in cultural activities that promote the development of the town and the Serra do Caraça region, valuing the talent and work of local artists.
Closing and Legacy of the 39th Edition
The 2013 edition of the Festa dos Pés de Pomba stood out for the infectious energy of the crowd and the quality of the attractions.
With Biquini Cavadão, Tianastácia and Molejo, the event won over audiences of different generations, proving once again that culture is a bond that unites everyone in Barão de Cocais.
More than a music festival, the Pés de Pomba is a living expression of the identity of Barão de Cocais and the pride of belonging to the Serra do Caraça — a territory where art, tradition and joy meet year after year to celebrate the strength of a community that knows how to turn its stories into a celebration.
