Festival Forró Montreal 2025
Théâtre de Verdure
Forró sem palavras
11/07 - 20h30
Théâtre de Verdure - 3939 Av. du Parc La Fontaine, Montréal
The Forró Montreal team, in collaboration with Parc La Fontaine - Théâtre de Verdure, is proud to present the Forró Sem Palavras concert. In this special edition, conductor Rafael Piccolotto de Lima joins us from New York to lead a unique musical experience that blends the heart of forró with the elegance of classical music.
Workshops
Dance & Music
12/07 - 13h30 to 18h
13/07 - 13h30 to 15h30
Cosy Studio - 1483 Ave Mont-Royal E, Montréal
In addition to the parties, the Montreal Forró Festival offers dance and music workshops focused on forró culture. Led by teachers and artists from the local community, these sessions are an opportunity to deepen your skills, exchange experiences, and strengthen the bonds within Montreal’s forró scene.
Baião Vibes
Forró Rastapaix
12/07 - 20h30h
Alliance Studio - 2529 Rue Ontario E, Montréal
Rasta-Paix is a manifestation of passion for Brazilian music and culture, creating a fascinating fusion with forró. Founded by Fabio Stilben and bringing together talents such as Pablo Majlis, Alexandre Monteiro, Bianca Hugue, Anit Ghosh and Aquiles Melo, the group calls itself an 'armée de la paix'. Celebrating Montreal's diversity, they transcend borders, connecting souls through the magic of forró and universal musical influences.
Saidera - Dominguinho
Arrumadinho Goxtoso
13/07 - 16h
Union Française de Montréal - 429 Avenue Viger E, Montréal
Get ready for a lively night of forró featuring Julia Weiss, who’s already lit up the stage with Forró de Mané. This time, she teams up with accordionist Pascal, showing that even in Canada, there are musicians who can honor the roots of forró—with a unique Québécois influence.