Between October 3rd and 5th, Poços de Caldas (MG) hosts the IX Festa Italia Per Sempre, which takes place in José Affonso Junqueira Park, behind the Palace Hotel.
The event brings together musical attractions, typical foods, desserts, drinks and activities such as genealogical research open to the public, with support from the international organization FamilySearch.
The party starts on Friday (3), at 20 pm, with a show by Adriano Vieira. On Saturday (4), the program includes a performance by Roberto Cerantola, at 13 pm, and a show by Sergio di Napoli, at 20 pm. On Sunday (5), there will be a tribute to Italian families, at 10 am, a new performance by Cerantola at 13 pm and closing with Julio Moras, at 20 pm.
The organization is Italian-Brazilian Circle of Southern Minas Gerais, with support from the City of Poços de Caldas.
Tradition and identity
Recognized as one of the most important cultural festivals in the municipality, Italy Forever highlights the city's strong connection with Italian immigration.
Poços de Caldas is the second city in Minas Gerais with the largest number of officially recognized Italian descendants, behind only Belo Horizonte.
It is estimated that 60% of the local population is of Italian origin, an influence that is reflected in customs, surnames, gastronomy and architecture.
A Festa Italia Per Sempre keeps this heritage alive, valuing family memories and reinforcing the role of Italian culture in the city's identity.
