Fortal 2026 announces official schedule with Ivete Sangalo, Wesley Safadão, Bell Marques and more. Disclosure Fortal 2026 officially announced, this Thursday (11), the complete program of the 33rd edition at an event held at the Fortaleza Yacht Club, which brought together members, block directors, authorities, guests and representatives of the tourist trade. Among the artists confirmed at the event are singers Ivete Sangalo, Wesley Safadão, Xand Avião and Bell Marques. The ceremony also featured the special presence of Denny Denan and Buja Ferreira, lead singers of the band Timbalada - another attraction confirmed for the new edition of the festival. Click here to follow the g1 Ceará channel on WhatsApp With the theme "The energy you feel", the event will take place in Cidade Fortal, in the Manoel Dias Branco neighborhood, in Fortaleza, between the 23rd and 26th of July. In addition to attracting thousands of visitors from different states and boosting sectors such as hospitality, gastronomy, commerce and services, the event brings together some of the biggest names in Brazilian music in a program that combines tradition, historic meetings and new developments. In 2026, renowned artists return to Corredor da Folia, long-awaited attractions return to the festival and new blocks debut in the program, further expanding the public's experience over the 4 days of celebration. Fortal 2026 releases the official schedule for the 33rd edition. Kid Junior/SVM Folia Corridor The main symbol of Fortal, the Corredor da Folia once again brings together some of the country's greatest artists in performances that transform Cidade Fortal into a spectacle of music, celebration and connection between artists and the public. The opening, on Thursday (23), will be led by the traditional Vumbora, with Bell Marques and Rafa & Pipo Marques driving three laps of the circuit. On the same night, Alinne Rosa returns to command of the O Vale block. On Friday (24), Bell Marques returns to Corredor da Folia with Siriguella. The day also marks the return of Claudia Leitte to Fortal, heading the Largadinho block. The program also has one of the biggest new features of the edition: the debut of the Beleza Rara block, bringing together Banda Eva and Xanddy Harmonia, who will share command of the route. Saturday (25) will be marked by another special moment. In addition to Siriguella, Ivete Sangalo returns to Fortal's casting to lead the Se Lance block, repeating the dose on Sunday (26), when the festival closes. The date will also feature the debut of the Alegria Original block, a new addition to the edition that will be promoted by Timbalada. On Sunday, Bell Marques completes another historic participation ahead of Siriguella, while Ivete Sangalo leads the closing of Fortal 2026. Check the schedule Thursday (23) Vumbora – Bell Marques and Rafa & Pipo Marques The Valley – Alinne Rosa Friday (24) Beleza Rara – Banda Eva and Xanddy Harmonia Largadinho – Claudia Leitte Siriguella – Bell Marques Saturday (25) Original Joy – Timbalada Siriguella – Bell Marques It Launches – Ivete Sangalo Sunday (26) Siriguella – Bell Marques It Launches – Ivete Sangalo Mucuripe Cabin Recognized for offering one of the most desired premium experiences in Cidade Fortal, Camarote Mucuripe arrives in 2026, reaffirming its leading role within the festival. With a differentiated structure, exclusive services, a full open bar, a privileged view of the Corridor da Folia and its own program that lasts through the early hours, the space has established itself as a meeting point for those looking to experience Fortal in an intense, comfortable way and surrounded by great attractions. This year, the sector is betting on a line-up that brings together some of the main names in Brazilian music, moving between forró, country music, axé, piseiro and electronic music, in a program designed to keep the festival's energy high during the four days of the event. Among the confirmed artists are Wesley Safadão, Mucuripe Cabin Schedule Thursday (23) Natanzinho Lima Henry Freitas Felipe Amorim Eva Band Friday (24) Xand Plane Wesley Safadão Rafa & Pipo Saturday (25) Matheus & Kauan Zé Vaqueiro Rey Vaqueiro Pedro Sampaio Sunday (26) Durval Lelys Syon Trio Eric Land Litto Lins Fortal Arena Arena Fortal also arrives renovated for the 2026 edition, offering a different experience for those who want to follow the trio in comfort and enjoy exclusive shows on its own stage. With a privileged view of the Corridor da Folia, bar structure, food court, social areas and brand activations, the space is consolidated as an alternative for those looking to experience all the energy of the festival without giving up comfort. This year's program pays homage to the roots that helped build Fortal's identity and celebrates the strength of Bahian music through artists who have shaped generations. The public will be able to follow Filhos de Jorge's contagious performance on Thursday (23); all the irreverence and successes that spanned decades with É o Tchan, on Friday (24); the percussive power and cultural legacy of Olodum, on Saturday (25); and the great axé classics led by Alexandre Peixe, responsible for closing the sector's programming on Sunday (26). Arena Fortal Programming Thursday (23) George's children Friday (24) It's Tchan Saturday (25) Olodum Sunday (26) Alexandre Peixe Watch the most viewed videos from Ceará