Macy's Mid-Atlantic Stores Present Brasil: A Magical Journey!

Enjoy Brasil inspired events in Pittsburg, Philadelphia, Richmond, Washington DC and Jersey City

Join Macy's as they uncover the magic of Brasil with a series of Brasilian events at Macy's stores across the MidAtlantic

Pittsburgh, PA Macy’s Downtown Pittsburgh

When: May 17, 2012

2:00PM

Join Macy's Downtown Pittsburgh for a Brasilian carnival!  Feel the rhythm of Brasil with a musical performance and samba dancers!  Check out a Nego Gato Capoiera dance demonstration and local Brasilian DJ, Carla Leininger as well!

Pittsburgh, Pa Macy’s Robinson Town Center

When: May 18, 2012

2:00PM

Macy's Robinson Town Center to celebrate all things Brasil! The University of Pittsburgh's Brasilian Nuts Club will bring the experience of a Brasilian carnival to the kid's department with Brasilian inspired mask making!  Feel the rhythm of Brasil with a musical performance and samba dancers!  Don't miss the Nego Gato Capoiera dance demonstration!  Check out local Brasilain DJ, Carla Leininger!

Pittsburgh, PA Macy’s Ross Park

When: May 19, 2012

Join Macy's Ross Park for a Brasilian swimwear fashion presentation!   With any $50 Impulse or Swimwear purchase, design your own beach kanga in the Impulse Department after the show! 

Bring the kids along for a Brasilian carnival with arts and crafts and mask making with The University of Pittsburgh's Brasilian Nuts Club! Enjoy musical and dance performances by a local Samba group! Plus, pick up your Brasilian "Music Pass'' and visit the Macy's DJs in each department playing music from all of the different regions of Brasil! Make sure you check out local Brasilian DJ, Carla Leininger!

Philadelphia, PA Macy’s Center City

When: May 19, 2012

2:00PM

Join Macy's Center City for a Brasilian themed Family Fun Day!  Experience a Brasilian Carnival and recreate inspired murals with the Philadelphia City Mural Association!  Plus, pick up your Brasilian "Music Pass'' and visit the Macy's DJs in each department playing music from all of the different regions of Brasil!  Don't miss Macy's special musical and dance performance by Alo Brasil!

Washington DC Macys Metro Center

When: May 17, 2012

Main Floor, beginning at store opening: Check out Macy's dazzling costumes, courtesy of ZeZeh Brazil, on display now until July 17!

12PM– 2PM: Make any $50 Women’s or Swimwear purchase and receive a Kanga sarong† that you can customize on the spot!

Handbag Department, Main Floor: Start things off with a fabulous dance performance. Then, pick up your Brasilian Music Passport and discover some of the country’s most popular beats – from the Samba to the Bossa Nova. Move and groove your way around the store as you listen to Brasilian tunes from Macy's DJs. Get your passport stamped at every stop, then redeem it for a Putumayo CD sampler†.

5:30PM

Lower Level: Join Macy's for a Brasilian Carnaval celebration! The party starts with performances from some of the city’s finest artists, including Batala Washington, ZeZeh Brazil International Samba School and ABADÁ-CAPOEIRA. Hungry for more? Enjoy savory samples and sip on Guaraná Antartica, compliments of Logistic Alliance. Plus, create your very own Carnaval mask!

Fly away and play in sensational Brasil!
As the official airline of Macy’s magical journey to Brasil, Delta Air Lines is giving you the chance to enter to win* a 6-day/5-night trip for you and three guests to Brasil and stay in the luxurious Pestana Rio Atlantica Hotel. To enter, text Brasil to 62297 or visit macys.com/brasilsweeps

Richmond, VA Macys Short Pump

When: May 19, 2012

2:00PM

Join Macy's Short Pump for a magical journey to Brasil!  Bring the kids along for demonstration by Revolution Brasilian Jiu Jitsu and Brasilian carnival activities!  Stop by the Home Department to get a taste of Brasil from Texas de Brazil!  Catch up on the latest fashion trends with a fashion presentation in the Impulse Department and design your own beach kanga with any $50 swim or Impulse purchase! 

Stop by the Shoe Department for a samba demonstration and dance class by Dance Masters Studios!  Enjoy a special musical performance by Bossa Brasil Jazz Band!  Plus, pick up your Brasilian "Music Pass'' and visit the Macy's DJs in each department playing music from all of the different regions of Brasil!  Once you've completed your pass, receive the Putumayo "Brasilian Playground" CD!

Paramus, NJ Macy's Garden State Plaza

When: May 19, 2012

12:00PM

Take a magical journey to Brasil! Join Macy's for exciting Brasilian inspired activities throughout the store starting at 12:00pm!

2:00PM

Swim Department: Join Macy's for an informal Swim fashion show, accompanied by live Brasilian drummers and Samba performances from Samba New York! Plus, with any $50 Swim or Impulse purchase, you'll get to design your own beach kanga!*

3:00PM 

Kid's Department: Bring the kids for a Brasilian Carnaval celebration with Carnaval inspired mask making and Brasilian shaker give-a-ways. Plus, with any $50 Kid's purchase, receive a copy of PUTUMAYO KIDS PRESENT: BRAZILIAN PLAYGROUND!*

3:00PM

Cosmetics Department: Celebrate the sounds of Brasil with special music and dance performances by Nego Gato, including Samba, Capoeria, and Live Percussion. Pick up a Music Passport and visit the Macy's DJs throughout the store playing Brasilian music from every region. Get your passport stamped at all 4 regions, and receive a special Brasilian music sampler CD.

4:00PM

Men's Department: Catch a special Capoeria performance by the Afro Brazilian Cultural Center of NJ. 

Jersey City, NJ Macy’s Newport Center

When: May 19, 2012 – May 25, 2012

Take a magical journey to Brasil at Macy's Newport Centre! Check out the amazing visual display of authentic Brasilian artifacts, courtesy of the Afro Brazilian Cultural Center on display 5/19 - 5/25. 

The Afro Brazilian Cultural Center is home to all things Brazilian. Hosting many Brazilian Arts including, Capoeira, Maculélé and Samba. For more information, visit www.abccnj.com (http://www.abccnj.com)."

About O Mercado:

Shop “O Mercado, the Market at Macy’s” and experience the fun and festive atmosphere of Brazil! Featuring a variety of merchandise categories, including fashion, home, beauty and accessories, all items have been selected to create an inviting main floor environment in approximately 300 Macy’s stores. With prices starting at $5, "O Mercado" shops will carry approximately 100 exclusive items, giving Macy's customers the opportunity to experience a broad array of the distinctive spirit of Brazilian culture. Additionally, through a partnership with The Nature Conservancy (nature.org), one of the world’s leading global conservation organizations, Macy’s will also help raise funds to protect the Brazilian Amazon Rainforest. With this partnership, Macy’s goal is to generate awareness of the topic and raise funds by donating 10 percent of the sale price of every product sold within “O Mercado, the Market at Macy’s” from April 22 through July 15 to The Nature Conservancy.

About Macy's:

Macy's, the largest retail brand of Macy's, Inc., delivers fashion and affordable luxury to customers at more than 800 locations in 45 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and Guam. Macy's stores and macys.com offer distinctive assortments including the most desired family of exclusive and fashion brands for him, her and home. Macy's is known for epic events like Macy's 4th of July Fireworks® and the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade®, as well as spectacular fashion shows, culinary events, flower shows and celebrity appearances. Building on a 150-year tradition, Macy's helps strengthen communities by supporting local and national charities that make a difference in the lives of our customers.