From their facebook page Toronto Brazilfest
8th Annual Toronto International BrazilFest 2011
In a multicultural city like Toronto — where all summer festivals have something beautiful to offer those who love meeting new cultures — you cannot miss Canada’s Largest Brazilian Cultural Event, the 8th Annual Toronto International BrazilFest 2011.
On Sunday July 24th, 2011 at Earlscourt Park located at St. Clair Ave West and Caledonia Road, all sounds and vibes of this beautiful culture will be showcased with its food, music, dance, crafts and workshops.
The Festival stage will be filled with musicians, dancers and singers that will take you on an exotic trip exploring Brazilian music and celebration without having to leave the heart of Toronto.
This amazing event will also offer the famous Brazilian “Caipirinha,”
Brazil’s national cocktail drink, mixing lime, sugar and Brazilian Pitu Cachaca (Brazilian spirit), a must-try cocktail with a Brazilian flare that will have you enjoying the sounds and dance moves of the Samba. And that’s not all! Come and enjoy some delicious grilled Brazilian “Churrasco” Barbeque, Tropical Juices and baked Brazilian goodies being sold by vendors at the festival.
Each year the festival has grown in size and prestige. Many Brazilians today call Canada home, many of whom are living in the Greater Sunday July 24, 2011
(St. Clair Ave W. & Caledonia Rd )
12 noon – 10 pm
8th Annual BrazilFest Toronto : Festival De Verao/ Brazilian Summer Festival
Performers:
Banda Maria Bonita ( Forro )
Batucada Carioca ( Samba & Batucada )
D Snow ( Diogo Snow ) ( Hip Hop & RnB )
Juliana Caputo Capuleto ( Bossa Nova & MPB Brasil )
Brazil Dance World ( Samba De Gafeira, Forro, Brazilian Zouk )
Toronto Dance Zouk ( Brazilian Zouk & Zouk )
P.O.S.E Dance Troupe ( Samba, Salsa, Bacchata, Contemporary )
Dj Ziko Perieira ( House Music & Brazilian Top 40 )
DJ Marcelo Vital ( Brazil Vital Radio Show ) ( Brazilian MPB & Top 40 )
Tia Betty Santos ( Samba De Raiz – Samba Roots )
Grupo Bossa To Go ( MPB )
Axe Capoeira Toronto ( Capoeira & Afro Rythms )
Kids Zone Area with Rides and “Walk on Water Ball ”
Solar Powered Vehicle – Xof1 “Powere of One” Team
Miss Brasil Canada – Jennifer Silva
Miss Universe Canada 2010 – Elena Semikina
Toronto Argonauts
Undisputed Mixed Martial Arts – Prescilla Tromposky
Hot Air Balloon ride
Maria Lucia Romano Caputo – Traditional Bahiana
12noon – 10 pm
Food Vendors
Hand Crafts
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8th Annual Toronto International BrazilFest 2011
In a multicultural city like Toronto — where all summer festivals have something beautiful to offer those who love meeting new cultures — you cannot miss Canada’s Largest Brazilian Cultural Event, the 8th Annual Toronto International BrazilFest 2011.
On Sunday July 24th, 2011 at Earlscourt Park located at St. Clair Ave West and Caledonia Road, all sounds and vibes of this beautiful culture will be showcased with its food, music, dance, crafts and workshops.
The Festival stage will be filled with musicians, dancers and singers that will take you on an exotic trip exploring Brazilian music and celebration without having to leave the heart of Toronto.
This amazing event will also offer the famous Brazilian “Caipirinha,”
Brazil’s national cocktail drink, mixing lime, sugar and Brazilian Pitu Cachaca (Brazilian spirit), a must-try cocktail with a Brazilian flare that will have you enjoying the sounds and dance moves of the Samba. And that’s not all! Come and enjoy some delicious grilled Brazilian “Churrasco” Barbeque, Tropical Juices and baked Brazilian goodies being sold by vendors at the festival.
Each year the festival has grown in size and prestige. Many Brazilians today call Canada home, many of whom are living in the Greater Toronto Area. For them, as for many visitors participating and joining in on a yearly basis, the event has become a real and authentic expression and the pride and joy of the Toronto Brazilian Community, celebrating its music, happiness and the unique touch of Brazilian friendship for all.
ABOUT BRAZILFEST
Now in its 8th successful year, Brazilfest is Canada’s largest Brazilian cultural event. Held at Earlscourt Park Toronto, July 24, 2011, from 12:00pm – 10:00 pm, the festival is considered the best outdoor Brazilian Event in Toronto by the Brazilian Top Choice Award Association for 2007,2008 & 2009. People of all ages regularly attend this amazing event to enjoy the spectacular performances while teasing their taste buds with exotic Brazilian foods. Brazilfest is a must-attend event for anyone interested in sharing in the collective heritage and multicultural diversity of Toronto
Brazilfest 2010