Terreiro Adalu is a place that connects you to the roots of Brazilian culture—the magic of samba, batucada, and roda. In a unique circle, on equal footing.
Terreiro Adalu is a vibrant space for connection where the roots of Brazilian culture come to life. Since 2017, we have been creating spaces in Zurich where Afro-Brazilian traditions are not only showcased but also shared and experienced together—through music, movement, knowledge, and community.
The focus is on the Roda de Samba: a circle where the boundary between stage and audience disappears. Here, people don’t just listen—they sing along, clap along, dance, and make music. Samba thus becomes a collective experience—open, accessible, and unifying.
What makes our samba events unique?
Roda de Samba
Our samba events aren’t traditional concerts, but lively gatherings where people come together. In the tradition of the roda de samba, the audience becomes part of the action: they sing, dance, clap, and play along. This creates a shared experience that brings people together.
Cultural Workshops
We teach samba not only as a form of music, but also as a cultural tradition. Through workshops on instruments such as the pandeiro, cavaquinho, and surdo, as well as on dance and Brazilian rhythms, we make Afro-Brazilian history and practice accessible to people of all skill levels.
Traditional Cuisine
For us, traditional Brazilian food is more than just a meal. It’s about memories, heritage, and social gatherings. Through flavors, aromas, and shared meals, we gain an accessible introduction to Brazilian culture.
It is a space for participation, cultural education, and shared experiences. A place where the past and present come together—and where culture remains alive because it is shared.
Seit 2017 ist Terreiro Adalu ein lebendiger Teil unserer Geschichte. Dieses Archiv wächst ab jetzt mit ausgewählten Editionen.
Adalu Experience
Each project celebrates a different facet of Brazilian culture in Switzerland.
