occupying most of the month of november, the seafood festival is an excellent way to kick off springtime in the southern hemisphere, sample fresh seafood from the best local restaurants and meet renowned chefs as they demonstrate their newest recipes - prizes are awarded to participating restaurants with regards to taste, temperature, creativity, presentation and service.

in april the city celebrates its independence, and this year a nine day celebration of the date will live up the city with free shows and performances - in the past, high profiles artists like claudia leitte, luan santana, victor & léo, and seu jorge marked the emancipation of the city.