Tonhão de Cabrália June festival
Visitor guide

Tonhão de Cabrália June festival

Santa Cruz Cabrália · Bahia

Visitor guide

Organising your visit

Every early June, the traditional Tonhão in Santa Cruz Cabrália opens the June festivities. Held in a public square, the event brings together renowned sertanejo and northeastern forró artists. There are two days of music amid craft and food stalls, all very close to the sea!

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About this place

Tonhão opens Santa Cruz Cabrália's June calendar with a popular celebration dedicated to Saint Anthony. Traditionally held in Praça Arakakaí facing the sea, it brings together forró, regional music, guest performers and strong community participation. The festival forms part of the municipality's cultural calendar, but dates, facilities and artistic programs change with each edition.

Getting there

Praça Arakakaí is in the town of Santa Cruz Cabrália, along BR-367 and the waterfront. Arrive by car, taxi, ride-hailing service, public transport or local tour operator, allowing for road closures and special drop-off points on event days.

Things to do

Enjoy the concerts, support local June festival traditions and admire the square's seaside setting. Check the official program for times, performers, access and any accompanying cultural activities.

Travel tips

On crowded evenings, arrive early, arrange return transport and follow the organizers' announcements. Do not book based on old calendars: always confirm the current year's edition.

Practical planning

Suggested duration
One or more evenings, depending on the edition
Best time
Early June, with the official date confirmed
Costs
There may be free areas and ticketed sections
Accessibility
Varies by venue, attendance and event facilities
Advance booking
Recommended for accommodation and transport
Seasonality
Seasonal event or event with variable dates

Approximate distances

Porto Seguro airport
approx. 3–5 km
Porto Seguro town centre
approx. 1–3 km
Bus terminal
approx. 2–4 km
Coroa Vermelha
approx. 15–18 km
Mundaí
approx. 5–7 km
Arraial d’Ajuda
approx. 8–12 km via ferry

Distances are estimates, not journey times. Confirm the route and any ferry crossings before departure.

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