Parintins

June 28th, 29th, and 30th are exclusively dedicated to the presentations of the two rival "Bois-Bumbás" CAPRICHOSO and GARANTIDO, for six hours every night, they perform an authentic amazon ritual with the figures of Father Francisco, Mother Catarina, Tribal chieftains, Cunhã Poranga (pretty young girl), shamans and their innumerous tribes, legends indigenous rituals where people dance in cycles along with the sound of the chants and clap their hands to the indigenous rhythm of cateretê, to the beat of carimbó (a hollow log drum),and to the marches.

The cheering sections decorate their strongholds with much creativity in order to complete the unforgettable show. When entering the arena, the "Bois-Bumbás" is met with fireworks and the war cry from the audience echoes in the face at the silence of the opposite cheering section.

Language Festival

Alvorada - A festivity that takes place in the city streets at dawn that announces the beginning of an event.
Arraial - The business of typical cuisine and social-cultural activities.
Contrário - The name given to fans of the opposing "Bois-Bumbá".
Cunhã Poranga - A pretty girl.
Curral - the location where "Bois-Bumbás" rehearsals occur.
Figura - A character of "Bois-Bumbás". For example: Bicho Folharal, dona Aurora, Neguinho do Campo Grande, ...
Galera - Cheering section.
Marujada de Guerra - The name given to the rhythm section of the "Bois-Bumbá" Caprichoso.
Palminha - Two pieces of rectangular wood (itaúba-laurel wood or sucupira wood) used to beat the rhythm of the chants.
QG - The place where the costumes are made.
Toada - Music.
Tripa - The person inside the "Bois-Bumbá".