Feira da Providência

The Bank of Providence, is organizing the Fair of Providence for 51 years and this event is their biggest source of fundraising through corporate sponsorships, ticket sales and selling space.

Built in 1961 the Providence Fair is considered one of the major social events of the city, for their longevity and the public that attracts annually. The Fair has seen generations of families grow locals who have this event with a case of love and sharing. Throughout those years turned the pavilions of Riocentro on a trip by cultural habits and customs of states and countries, as well as great shopping and entertainment.

"The simple act of buying a product at the Fair, to pay an entry, make a difference to the lives of thousands of people who are helped by us with these resources obtained through our event. So it's nice to go to the Fair for public for everything that is there for news and opportunities, but it is also important for the social matrix that is built on the idea of the Fair itself, "says Marina Ali, Director General of the Bank of Providence and the Fair since its first edition in 1961 .

The Providence Fair offers visitors several entertainment options.

Cultural Stage
The Main Stage (Cultural) is one of the biggest attractions of the event, receives daily attractions of groups of folk dances and concerts pocket from 20h.

Location: RioCentro
Date and Time: From November 30 to December 4 (Wednesday to Sunday)
From 12h to 23h

Parking
The Providence Fair offers visitors free parking.

Tickets: R$ 12,00. (2011)

http://www.feiradaprovidencia.org.br/feira_apresentacao.aspx

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