The Biggest Samba Gathering in São Paulo: Tickets and Allianz Parque

The Biggest Samba Gathering returns to São Paulo on October 31, 2026, with Zeca Pagodinho, Alcione and Jorge Aragão at the stadium known as Allianz Parque, now listed by the box office as Nubank Parque. Eventim lists gates opening at 4 p.m. and the event time at 8 p.m.; Pretinho da Serrinha has been announced as the opening act.

General admission (pista) tickets start at R$ 265 (full price) and R$ 132.50 (half price), subject to availability and fees. To get there, the public transit reference is Palmeiras-Barra Funda station on Line 3-Red. Below, check out the sections, access, lodging options and ideas for enjoying the area.

In this article: tickets and conditions, schedule, how to get there and where to stay.

Tickets: prices and where to buy

Eventim is the official box office. The table reproduces the face values published for the October 31 date; they may change and availability varies in real time. At the September 28 check, upper seats appeared unavailable at the time. Half-price tickets require meeting the applicable rules; the social ticket requires a donation of 1 kg of non-perishable food. Service and processing fees may be added at checkout.

Values and conditions from the original check reproduced in this article; confirm availability before paying. Tap the price to buy on Eventim.

*Upper seat unavailable at the time of the September 28, 2026 check. Prices and availability should be reconfirmed on Eventim.

The VIP package includes an exclusive area on the premium floor, an exclusive bar and a kit, according to Eventim. Sales are also announced at the arena’s box offices A and B, with hours and exceptions detailed on the official page; check which one is open on the day you plan to go. Tickets use Eventim.PASS: the QR code becomes available in the app only in the 24 hours before the event, and screenshots or printed tickets will not get you in.

See tickets and availability on Eventim

Zeca Pagodinho, Alcione and Jorge Aragão together in São Paulo

The October 31 performance is the third São Paulo night announced for the O Maior Encontro do Samba tour. Zeca Pagodinho’s official schedule confirms the São Paulo date alongside Alcione and Jorge Aragão. Itaú’s announcement confirms this is an added date and lists Pretinho da Serrinha as the opening act.

The gathering brings together three careers that span generations of samba. Zeca Pagodinho, Alcione and Jorge Aragão are the headliners of the same night, rather than shows announced on separate days. The promoter is 30e, according to the event’s communications. The setlist and the order in which each artist takes the stage were not detailed on the sales page consulted; it’s worth following the organizers’ updates before heading out.

The trio also takes the gathering to sea: the O Maior Encontro do Samba em Alto-Mar cruise departs from Santos January 11–14, 2027, aboard the MSC Divina, with Xande de Pilares, Belo, Seu Jorge and Péricles among the guests.

The arena’s name deserves attention when searching for tickets or directions: Itaú and Zeca still present the venue as Allianz Parque, while Eventim uses Nubank Parque. Both pages refer to the same stadium, at Avenida Francisco Matarazzo, 1705, with access also via Rua Palestra Itália, 200. Check your ticket for which gate corresponds to your section.

How to get to Allianz Parque, now Nubank Parque

If you’re taking public transit, get off at Palmeiras-Barra Funda station, served by Metro Line 3-Red. The station connects to the train and bus terminal, which broadens the options for those coming from another part of the city or the metro area. From the station, follow the walking route to the arena and check your ticket for your section’s gate. If you prefer a rideshare, consider a drop-off point outside the immediate stadium area, where traffic can be slow on show days.

The Metro lists regular station hours from 4:40 a.m. to midnight. Since the end time of the performance isn’t listed on the sales page, plan your return in advance and confirm whether there will be special service for the event. The reference address is Avenida Francisco Matarazzo, 1705; box office A is at Rua Palestra Itália, 200.

What to bring and what’s not allowed

The social ticket requires a donation of 1 kg of non-perishable food. The Eventim.PASS QR code becomes available in the app only in the 24 hours before the event; screenshots and printed tickets will not get you in.

What to do near the arena

If you arrive early, you can pair the show with a stroll around Barra Funda and Pompeia. The Memorial da América Latina is a cultural option connected to Palmeiras-Barra Funda station itself; check the schedule and hours before fitting it into your itinerary. The arena area also has shops and options for a meal before you go in. Allow time for lines and for finding the right gate: show access is defined by your ticket, not by the commercial name used on maps.

To get to know the neighborhood better, there’s a guided tour of Barra Funda on Civitatis. It’s a separate activity from the show: check dates, meeting point and duration before booking.

If you’re staying in the city for more days, the free walking tour of São Paulo’s historic center can round out your trip. It takes place in another area; book it for its own slot in your itinerary, without cutting it close to gate time.

Where to stay for the show

To prioritize the trip to the arena, look for lodging in Perdizes, Pompeia or Barra Funda. Check the real distance on the map between your chosen address, your entrance gate and the station: a hotel in the same neighborhood may require a different route than you’d imagine. If your trip includes other sightseeing, lodging near a metro station can make the rest of your itinerary easier. Also compare cancellation policy and check-in time, especially if you’re coming from another city on Saturday.

For the return, plan your route to your lodging or boarding point in advance. Since there’s no confirmed end time for this performance, avoid relying on a connection scheduled too close to the end of the event.

Seeing another show at the same arena or want to compare walkable hotels and late-night returns? Check out the guide to Allianz Parque: 2027 shows, nearby hotels and how to get back late at night. The arena’s full schedule, with metro, bus, gates and parking, is in the guide Nubank Parque: show schedule and how to get there.

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Frequently asked questions

When is The Biggest Samba Gathering in São Paulo?

The show is scheduled for Saturday, October 31, 2026. Eventim lists gates opening at 4 p.m. and the event time at 8 p.m.

Where will the Zeca Pagodinho, Alcione and Jorge Aragão show take place?

It will be at the stadium announced as Allianz Parque, which the ticket page calls Nubank Parque, at Avenida Francisco Matarazzo, 1705, in São Paulo.

How much do tickets cost?

Eventim lists general admission (pista) at R$ 265.00 full price, R$ 132.50 half price and R$ 185.50 social ticket. Other sections have different prices; check availability and fees before paying.

How do I get to the arena by metro?

Take Line 3-Red and get off at Palmeiras-Barra Funda. The station also connects to the train and bus terminal; check your ticket for the stadium access gate.

Who is the opening act and how does the digital ticket work?

Itaú announced Pretinho da Serrinha as the opening act. The Eventim.PASS QR code becomes available in the app in the 24 hours before the event; printed tickets and screenshots are not accepted.

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