Anyone who needs to travel through Jaraguá during the Maceió International Culture Festival should plan for a daily closure on Rua Sá e Albuquerque. According to the Municipal Department of Transport and Traffic (DMTT), the street is closed along its entire length from 3 p.m. to 3 a.m., from September 24 through September 27, 2026. Drivers should plan their route before entering the neighborhood and follow the signs installed on site.
What are the closure hours in Jaraguá?
The closure announced by the DMTT runs from Thursday, September 24, through Sunday, September 27. Each day, the restriction begins at 3 p.m. and continues until 3 a.m. The closure covers the entire length of Rua Sá e Albuquerque during this period.
| Period | Affected street | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| September 24 to 27, 2026 | Rua Sá e Albuquerque, entire length | 3 p.m. to 3 a.m. |
The measure was announced to provide safety for cultural activities and organize traffic during the festival. The event occupies different spaces in Jaraguá from September 23 to 27, and the schedule includes a cultural parade on Rua Sá e Albuquerque on Friday, September 25, at 7 p.m.
What is the detour for drivers coming from Pajuçara?
The DMTT advises drivers coming from Pajuçara via Rua Sá e Albuquerque toward Poço and Centro to use one of two alternatives: take Avenida Industrial Cícero Toledo or pass along the side of Praça Dois Leões until reaching Rua Barão de Jaraguá.
- When approaching the closed section from Pajuçara, do not rely on Rua Sá e Albuquerque as a through route between 3 p.m. and 3 a.m.
- Choose Avenida Industrial Cícero Toledo as an alternative route, according to the official guidance.
- As another option, use the side of Praça Dois Leões and continue to Rua Barão de Jaraguá.
- When reaching the area, follow cones, barriers, and instructions from traffic agents, because traffic management may depend on conditions at the time.
This route reflects the DMTT guidance published for the festival closure. It should not be interpreted as a guarantee of travel time, since the agency did not provide trip duration estimates or congestion forecasts.
How should you plan before leaving?
- If possible, travel through the area before 3 p.m. or after the daily restriction ends.
- If your destination is inside Jaraguá, keep in mind that approaching by car may require a route change.
- Drivers crossing the neighborhood toward Poço or Centro should plan the detour before reaching Rua Sá e Albuquerque.
- Pedestrians and drivers should follow temporary signs and DMTT agents' instructions at the busiest points.
The DMTT said agents will be positioned at strategic locations to check signage, manage traffic, and guide people moving through the area. According to the agency's notice, event organizers are responsible for the event signage.
Where can you confirm last-minute changes?
Because traffic operations can be adjusted according to local conditions, check the DMTT's official notice about the closures before traveling. For context on the event dates and activities, the city also published the general schedule for the Maceió International Culture Festival.
In practical terms, drivers should remember this: through September 27, Rua Sá e Albuquerque is closed from 3 p.m. to 3 a.m. For those coming from Pajuçara toward Poço or Centro, the indicated alternatives are Avenida Industrial Cícero Toledo or the side of Praça Dois Leões with access to Rua Barão de Jaraguá.
