Key Facts
- ✓ The Secretaria de Assistência Social e Combate à Fome is facilitating the enrollment process for these specialized workshops.
- ✓ Registration is completely free of charge and is handled exclusively through in-person visits to the designated youth office.
- ✓ Brenda, a professional trancista, will instruct the braiding class on February 3rd, offering both morning and afternoon sessions.
- ✓ Natália Reis, a professional makeup artist, will lead the maquiagem workshop on the morning of February 4th.
- ✓ The program is strictly limited to 40 total participants, with 20 spots allocated for each of the two beauty disciplines.
Carnaval Prep Begins
As the vibrant season of Carnaval approaches, Petrolina is launching an initiative to help young residents prepare. The local government has announced the opening of registrations for specialized beauty workshops. These courses are designed to equip participants with festive skills just in time for the celebrations.
The program focuses on two of the most popular Carnaval traditions: intricate braiding and expressive makeup. By offering these workshops, the city aims to foster local talent and ensure everyone can look their best for the parades.
Course Details & Logistics
The initiative is spearheaded by the Secretaria de Assistência Social e Combate à Fome. It offers a total of 40 free spots split between two distinct workshops. The first is a course on tranças (braids), while the second focuses on maquiagem (makeup).
Registration is strictly presencial and must be completed at the Secretaria Executiva das Juventudes. This office is located at the headquarters of the Secretaria de Assistência Social e Combate à Fome.
Interested individuals should head to:
These workshops are specifically targeted at jovens (youth) between the ages of 15 and 29 years old. This demographic focus ensures the skills are passed to the next generation of party-goers.
Expert Instruction 🎓
Participants will learn from seasoned professionals in the beauty industry. The workshops are designed to be intensive and practical, providing hands-on experience.
The curso de tranças will be led by the skilled trancista Brenda. Her session is scheduled for Friday, February 3rd. To accommodate as many students as possible, the course offers two distinct time slots:
- Manhã: 9h às 12h
- Tarde: 14h às 16h
Conversely, the curso de maquiagem will be conducted by the experienced maquiadora Natália Reis. Her workshop takes place the following day, Saturday, February 4th, exclusively during the morning shift from 9h to 12h.
Securing a Spot
With only 20 vacancies per class, demand is expected to be high. The PMP (Prefeitura Municipal de Petrolina) emphasizes that these spots are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Interested youth should not delay their visit to the registration office.
This initiative represents a valuable opportunity for personal expression and skill acquisition. It highlights the city's commitment to supporting youth culture and local festivities.









