Festa dos Pés de Pomba 2022 in Barão de Cocais, MG

48th Festa dos Pés de Pomba

After a two-year break due to the pandemic, the Festa dos Pés de Pomba once again filled Barão de Cocais with joy and emotion. In 2022, the traditional event marked the reunion of the town's people with their main cultural celebration, a symbol of pride and identity for the whole Serra do Caraça region.
Created in the 1970s, the festival was born to turn the nickname "pés de pomba" (literally "dove's feet"), once used in a derogatory way, into a reason to celebrate. Since then, the event has become a landmark of resilience, art and appreciation of local culture.

The 2022 edition was an absolute success with the public, bringing big national artists and boosting tourism in the town. Amid a festive, welcoming atmosphere, Barão de Cocais showed once again why it is considered one of the most vibrant towns in the Serra do Caraça.

A Triumphant Return After the Pandemic

The return of the Festa dos Pés de Pomba was full of emotion and anticipation. After two years without the traditional celebration, residents and visitors came together again to relive moments of joy, good music and fellowship.
The festival, organized by the Barão de Cocais City Hall, mobilized several municipal departments and had the support of the Military Police, fire brigade volunteers and local sponsors, ensuring safety and good facilities for everyone.

During the event, the public once again felt the infectious atmosphere that has made the Pés de Pomba one of the most eagerly awaited events in the region. People of all ages, from neighboring towns such as Santa Bárbara, Catas Altas, João Monlevade, Itabira and even Belo Horizonte, turned out in force, reinforcing the festival's regional character.

The return was seen as a symbol of hope and resilience, reflecting the strength of the people of Barão de Cocais and the town's commitment to its culture and traditions. The 2022 Pés de Pomba was undoubtedly a milestone in the cultural revival of the Serra do Caraça.

Humberto Gessinger in Tune with the Crowd

The high point of the 2022 edition came on Saturday, July 30, with the show by Humberto Gessinger, an acclaimed Brazilian singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. Performing in Barão de Cocais for the first time, he drove the crowd wild with a show full of emotion, charisma and nostalgia.
The former frontman of the band Engenheiros do Hawaii performed a repertoire full of classics, including "Infinita Highway", "Refrão de Bolero", "Dom Quixote" and "Pra Ser Sincero", as well as recent songs such as "Maioral", "Calmo em Estocolmo" and "Um Dia de Cada Vez".

During the show, Gessinger interacted with the audience, joking and praising their enthusiasm. He was moved to hear the songs sung in unison, saying that performing in Barão de Cocais was one of the most vibrant experiences of his tour.
The crowd responded with applause, smiles and tears, in a moment that went down in the festival's memory and reinforced the value of music for the Barão de Cocais community.

Besides the main show, the stage also welcomed Naty Rock e Banda and Cidade Vinil, local groups who warmed up the crowd with Brazilian rock hits, showing the talent and strength of the regional music scene of the Serra do Caraça.

Closing with Skank: A Historic Farewell

The 2022 program closed on a high note on Sunday, July 31, with a show by Skank, one of the biggest names in Brazilian pop rock. The Minas Gerais band brought its farewell tour to Barão de Cocais, making the Festa dos Pés de Pomba one of the last moments of its musical career.

The public turned out in force for this historic show. With hits such as "Garota Nacional", "Jackie Tequila" and "Sutilmente", the band moved fans with a repertoire that marked generations.
The closing was symbolic and unforgettable — a celebration linking past and present and connecting Skank's energy with the welcoming spirit of the Serra do Caraça.

The mix of nostalgia, emotion and joy made the 2022 Pés de Pomba one of the most memorable events in its recent history, establishing Barão de Cocais as a stage for great cultural and musical encounters.

An Event That Reinforces Barão de Cocais Pride

The 2022 Festa dos Pés de Pomba was more than the return of a tradition: it was a reunion with the identity, culture and joy of community life.
Amid laughter, hugs and songs, the people of Barão de Cocais showed that the true meaning of the event lies in unity and the pride of belonging to a land rich in history, nature and culture.

The Serra do Caraça was the backdrop for an unforgettable celebration that reaffirmed the tourist and cultural potential of Barão de Cocais. The 2022 Pés de Pomba will be remembered as the year of revival, emotion and reunion — a sign that good traditions stand the test of time and keep strengthening the heart of Minas Gerais.