Scottsdale Brazilian Festival - NEWS

Join us on Instagram!

1/11/2015

Good afternoon friends and fans of Brazilian Day Arizona Festival!! We just wanted to let you know, we have launched an official Instagram page. So for all of you who like photos and cool postings using Instagram, you can now find us on there as well.

Follow / Like / Add / Join haha whatever its called. Well be sharing updates for Brazilian Day, as well as going down memory lane and posting some of our favorite photos from years past. We'll be sharing photos all year long leading up to the 6th annual Brazilian Day Festival in September!!

Here's the link: www.Instagram.com/BrazilianDayfestival

Add us and we'll add you back! lets build a community of friends together this year!

Want more Brazil? Visit us at Afro:Baile!

9/13/2014

Want more Brazilian Events? More Brazilian Music? More Brazilian Culture in the valley? Make sure you bookmark and visit our website at wwww.Afrobaile.com. Our parent company, Afro:Baile, is not only a Brazilian Record label, but also Arizona's premier Brazilian Events, Festivals, and Brazilian Culture ambassador.

For nearly a decade Afro:Baile has consistantly pushed the latest music release's from througout brazil. From Samba and Bossa Nova, to Forro and Funk, the "Now Sound" of Brazil is the path we've chose to let the world hear! Our annual events, festivals, and music / film series we've done over the years is a reflection of what the label sounds like, looks like, and feels like when you think of Brazil. We have given our all to bring something unique, different, and exciting to the world though music, and events. We hope you will continue to join us as we celebrate Brazilian Culture in Arizona and around the world.

Muito Obrigado

Long onto www.Afrobaile.com for updates, news and more!

Upcoming Events
October 8th @ US Airways Center - Phoenix Suns vs Brazil Flamengo
Feb 2015 (Date TBA) @ The Venue of Scottsdale - 6th Annual Carnaval do Brazil

And more Photos and more Photos!

9/11/2014

Thanks to our main man, and main photographer! The one and only Jam San! A brilliant photographer who shoots not only our events, but some of the best events in the valley. Find him online and see what this man can do!

More Photos! Brazilian Day!

9/10/2014

Obrigado! 5th Annual Brazilian Day was Fun!

9/8/2014

Take a look at the first set of photos we have for you! Tons more to come daily! Make sure you check back! We have lots more to come!

Today is the Day! Brazilian Day has Arrived!

9/6/2014

We did it Friends! The 5th Annual Brazilian Day Festival is underway!
It's been a year in the making, an event we started over 5 years ago with just a thought of doing something special in the valley! Brazilian Day! A day of celebration for Brazilian Independence Day! The annual Festival is set to spotlight "All Things Brazil" with Live Brazilian Music, Dance, Performances, Activities, Workshops, Martial Arts, Food, Drinks, and over 25 vendors and sponsors all in 1 day!

The annual tradition is set to take off at Noon Today! We have worked hard all year long to bring you the very best festival we could think of! Its going to be fun, energetic, hip, happening, educational, cultural, and of course, a great day for communities across the valley to come together in grand fashion!

TODAY (Sept 6th)

Doors Open // 11:30am - 6:00pm
Event Cost // $12.00 & $5.00 (ages 10 & under)
Where: Scottsdale Center of Performing Arts!
Address: 7380 E. 2nd St. // Scottsdale
Phone: 480-499-8587
When: Saturday (TODAY!) September 6th!
Ages: All Ages // Family Friendly
Parking: FREE! (3 locations see website for details)

What can we expect?
All things Brazilian! Live Music! Dance! DJ's! Performances! Workshops! Activities! Kids Zone! Food! Drinks! and an alley way of Vendors and Sponsors / Brands to shop, mingle and visit!

Indoor / Outdoor Festival!
Come early, stay late, and join us for Brazilian Day!

RAIN OR SHINE
We're making this party one to remember! If you're from Arizona, you know it only rains for 20 minutes, and moves on hahaha! So don't let the weather detour you from attending, we have 2 stages inside and out! Plus we all love a few sprinkles during those warm summer days!

EVENT INFO:
www.BrazilianDayArizona.com

*Follow us on Instragram.com/Afrobaile - Photos around the clock!

SEE YOU THERE!!!

Thank you 12News for having us on this morning!

9/5/2014

Here's a few photos from this morning at 12 News promoting the 5th Annual Brazilian Day Arizona Festival with Axé Capoeira Arizona & DjSeduce. Thanks to Tizoc Guerrero // Brisia Sobarzo // Tevin Medley // Elisa T. Verduzco // Joey Formiga Morales.

Join us tomorrow September 6th from Noon to 6pm!
Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts!
7380 E. 2nd Street // old town Scottsdale
Tickets available online or by phone

And More PRESS! Featured in The Ranch Review!

9/4/2014

We'd like to say THANK YOU to our friends and community partners @ The Ranch Review! We absolutely appreciate the huge feature in this weeks magazine! Muito Legal! (very cool!) Let the Celebration Begin! Saturday September 6th 2014! 5-Year Anniversary! Brazilian Day!

View Online Version:
http://issuu.com/timespub/docs/ranchreview-full-0814?e=8633901/9060921

Brazilian Day Press, Press and More Press!

9/4/2014

//MEDIA & PRESS FEATURES//

September 4th - Arizona Republic (print & online) -
http://www.azcentral.com/story/entertainment/events/2014/09/02/brazilian-day-arizona-celebration-scottsdale/14980615/
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September 4th - Phoenix Newtimes (print & online) -
http://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/events/5th-annual-brazilian-day-festival-4151114/
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September 4th - Phoenix Newtimes (online) -
http://blogs.phoenixnewtimes.com/bella/2014/09/best-things-eat-drink-weekend-phoenix.php?page=3
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August 12th - LaVoz Arizona (online / possibly print)
http://www.lavozarizona.com/story/noticias/2014/08/12/brasil-en-arizona/13973055/
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August 12th - Arizona NewsZap (online)
http://arizona.newszap.com/entertainment/134455-118/scottsdale-plays-hosts-to-5th-annual-brazillian-day#.U_zmEw3enO8.facebook
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August 9th - Raising Arizona Kids Magazine (online & print)
http://www.raisingarizonakids.com/2014/08/family-fun-festivals/
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September - Arizona Foothills Magazine (online)
http://www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com/features/moms/6669-10-things-to-do-this-weekend-in-phoenix-family-edition.html?

3 Reasons to Attend Brazilian Day (Arizona Republic)

9/3/2014

This Saturday, the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts will host Arizona's largest celebration of Brazilian Day, that country's independence day.

Hosted by Afro:Baile, a Brazilian-music record label created by Miguel Ivery, the event is in its fifth year and will feature many aspects of Brazilian culture, including dance, martial arts and food.

Here are three reasons to attend the event, which features indoor and outdoor activities:

1.Vibrant performances.
The well-rounded event features 55 performers from Brazil and across the U.S. Axe Capoeira will showcase the martial art developed by slaves. Gracie Arizona instructors and students will demonstrate the grappling and ground fighting that make up Brazilian jiu jitsu. Dancers will perform Brazilian zouk, a couples dance characterized by the woman's flowing hair, as well as the samba, featuring elaborately costumed performers. Bands will perform samba and bossa nova music, and a samba queen will be crowned.

2. It's open to all ages.
Unlike Carnaval with its party atmosphere, Brazilian Day is family-friendly with upbeat performances that will keep kids entertained. Hands-on activities include learning to play Brazilian instruments, learning capoeira and jiu jitsu moves, face painting, arts and crafts, and meeting performers for photo opportunities. The Phoenix Suns Gorilla will make an appearance from 1 to 2 p.m.

3. You can immerse yourself in a different culture.
This is a great opportunity to try something new. Enjoy authentic Brazilian and Argentine dishes, as well as Brazil's national drink, the caipirinha, made with cachaca liquor, lime and sugar. Vendors will sell wares including colorful feather headbands, jewelry and Brazilian music. Get out on the dance floor and learn samba and capoeira moves.

Featured Article - http://www.azcentral.com/story/entertainment/events/2014/09/02/brazilian-day-arizona-celebration-scottsdale/14980615/