Under the slogan «Five years making good noise», the event gathered more than 400 participants, including percussionists, dancers, and enthusiasts, in a fourteen-hour day dedicated to community, music, and inclusion. The festival, which has established itself as a national reference in Afro-Brazilian percussion with a strong social component, attracted attendees from various parts of Spain.
The day began with a new feature: a family percussion workshop led by Tribu TUPUJUME itself, where members with intellectual disabilities shared their passion for rhythm with parents and children. Following the official inauguration, workshops on samba batucada and dance were held, directed by Brazilian masters such as Rapha Moreira and Nelson de Castro, alongside renowned international specialists. These workshops served as meeting points, using music as a common language.
Batucada exhibitions featured groups from various provinces, including Bloco Mojubá, Baque Manglar, and En Clave de Samba, among others. The organization opted for a non-competitive format to encourage the exchange of experiences. The mayor, Judith Piquet, and the Councilor for Citizen Participation, Esther de Andrés, showed the City Council's support for this inclusive initiative.
One of the most emotional moments was the tribute to Fernando Marconi, a pioneer of samba in Spain. After the performance by Tribu TUPUJUME, Marconi led a joint drumming session with all attending groups, creating a memorable scene of dozens of drums sounding in unison.
The festival, which began in 2022, has become a significant cultural and social event in Alcalá de Henares. The TUPUJUME Association, founded in 2017, works for the inclusion of people with intellectual disabilities. Its president, Jesús Manuel Soria, expressed his satisfaction at reaching the fifth edition, highlighting the support received to consolidate a space for inclusion through music.




