The LGBTQIA+ festival Love Noronha began on Wednesday, the 28th, and will run until November 2nd, taking place in Fernando de Noronha. The event's schedule includes festivities, musical performances, gastronomic options, and sustainability-focused activities.
Maria do Céu, the festival's originator, highlighted the progress observed in the island's acceptance and emphasized the relevance of both tourism and diversity. She stated that Noronha serves as a model for welcoming LGBTQIA+ tourism, mentioning that since its first edition in 2012, the event has promoted professional training in the sector without recording cases of homophobia or complaints.
The cultural producer attributes this positive reception from the LGBTQIA+ community to the awareness efforts developed with local residents. According to her, this is a result of collaboration between island inhabitants, entrepreneurs, and the state government, which supports various actions, including professional training and the event's banner. Maria do Céu affirmed that Fernando de Noronha is the location that best welcomes LGBTQIA+ tourism in Brazil.
Furthermore, she commented that Fernando de Noronha receives LGBTQIA+ visitors throughout the year and hosts same-sex marriages, expressing satisfaction at being part of this construction and wishing for this example to be replicated throughout the national and global territory.
Festival Schedule
The schedule begins on Wednesday (28th) with the welcome party at Restaurante Varanda, featuring vocal and acoustic performances by Breno Cavalcante and DJ sets.
On Thursday (29th), the official event called Rave Alien will take place at Mavi bar, located in Porto de Santo Antônio, from 5 PM to 11 PM.
On Friday (30th), there will be a novelty with the debut of Tokka, a party originating from São Paulo and known in the commercial electronic music scene. This event will occur at Mirante do Boldró, during sunset, from 5 PM to 11 PM, with music led by DJs Bruno Moutinho and Mari Carrilho, residents of the São Paulo label.
Floating Party and Halloween
Saturday (31st) will start at 1 PM with the traditional Floating Party, which will be held on a vessel with a capacity of up to 150 people, featuring music from DJs Bruno Moutinho and Emílio Vega.
Later, at 11 PM, Bar do Cachorro will host the Love Noronha Halloween Party, another festival novelty. Inspired by the island's legends and folklore, the event will include a costume contest and music from DJs Maca and Alê.
Furducinho
On Sunday (1st), the festival will present the debut of Furducinho Noronha. This party is scheduled to take place at Bar do Meio, from 5 PM to 11 PM, offering a mix of pagode, funk, and Brazilian music, with DJs Ferrão and Victor Gonzalez commanding the dance floor.
Sustainability
On Monday (2nd), the last day of the festival, a native species planting activity will be held at 8 AM in the cement factory area, near the entrance to Sancho Beach. This initiative is the result of a partnership with EcoNoronha, responsible for the tourism services of the Fernando de Noronha Marine National Park.
Also on Monday (2nd), from 5 PM to 9 PM, Praça São Miguel will host the Entrepreneurship Fair, organized in conjunction with Festei. This meeting will promote the exhibition of local businesses and offer training workshops, while also highlighting the work of the island's entrepreneurs.