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Performed by many groups through the June festival season, mainly in São Luís and across Maranhão.
About Bumba Meu Boi
The bumba-meu-boi folk drama of Maranhão, performed by many groups during the São João season. Listed by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage (2019).
Regional
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Also: Bumba-meu-boi do Maranhão
- Observed mainly in Maranhão.
Source & verification
Governo do Maranhão / IPHAN
Date being verified — shown as a guide until cross-checked.
Last verified Sunday 4 October 2026.