Flipelo 2026 Wraps in Salvador: A Literary Week You Can Still Feel
Flipelo Salvador literary festival brought five days of books, music, and ideas to the Pelourinho. Here's a taste of the action and why it's a must for culture lovers. The post Flipelo 2026 Wraps in Salvador: A Literary Week You Can Still Feel appeared first on The Rio Times .
The Flipelo literary festival concluded its tenth edition in the historic Pelourinho district of Salvador on Sunday, August 9th. The event, held from August 5th to 9th, transformed the colonial streets into a stage for literature, music, and conversation. With a focus on Afro-Brazilian voices, the festival drew a diverse crowd of book lovers and curious wanderers to author talks, book launches, workshops, storytelling sessions, and live music performances.
Organizers emphasized accessibility, with most events free and open to the public. The festival's lineup featured prominent Brazilian authors such as Itamar Vieira Junior, Milton Hatoum, and Carla Madeira, alongside international voices like Angolan writer Ondjaki and Bahian musician Tiganá Santana. A highlight was the children's activities, making the festival genuinely family-friendly.
On the final day, a thanksgiving mass was held at the Igreja Nossa Senhora do Rosário dos Pretos, honoring the festival's tenth anniversary with a message of community and resilience. The celebration extended beyond the main program, with spontaneous street music and poetry gatherings keeping the lively atmosphere alive in the evenings.
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