Your Umbanda Terreiro in the Netherlands.
Céu das Artes is a unique and rare Umbanda church in Europe, offering various styles of traditional Afro-Brazilian Umbanda religious services and works. These are guided by experienced facilitators from the Netherlands and Brazil.
About Céu das Artes
The opportunity to practice the Umbanda religion outside of Brazil remains quite unique and limited, even today. Consequently, there is a significant interest in our services. As a result, we are often fully booked with our regular base of practitioners. While we are very open to welcoming new people, we hope you understand that our capacity to do so is limited.
Upcoming Events in 2026
July 2026
2x 3-day work near Utrecht, NL
In July, we warmly invite you to join us for our two 3-day Intensives. Throughout our gathering, we will engage in rituals of the Umbanda tradition, all supporting you in reconnecting with your inner essence. As always, we will work with music and song to accompany and support the individual and collective process.
11 July 2026
Gira
Utrecht, NL
On July 11th, Céu das Artes will hold a gira as part of the anniversary weekend. In this traditional Umbanda ceremony, we open the space for the spirits to work — through song, rhythm, and ritual. The gira marks the start of the celebration and sets the tone for the anniversary day that follows.
12 July 2026
Céu das Artes 20 Years! Utrecht, NL
On July 12th, Céu das Artes marks its 20th anniversary. For two decades, our church has brought the Umbanda tradition to the Netherlands — offering rituals, spiritual works, and community rooted in the Afro-Brazilian tradition. This milestone is a moment to reflect on the path traveled and the many who have been part of it.
August 2026
5-day IFS infused work near Giethorn, NL
In late August, Céu das Artes offers a 5-day retreat in the peaceful surroundings near Giethoorn. This gathering brings together two powerful traditions: the spiritual depth of Umbanda and the transformative framework of Internal Family Systems (IFS). Through ritual, ceremony, and inner work, participants are invited to explore and integrate the different parts of themselves — supported by the wisdom of the Umbanda spirits and the structured compassion of IFS.
November 2026
7-day retreat
Portugal
This November, Céu das Artes returns to Portugal for a 7-day retreat. The location offers a spacious temple with views over the ocean, comfortable accommodations, a swimming pool and sauna, and proximity to the beach — an environment that supports deep immersion in the work. Building on last year’s gathering, this retreat brings together the Umbanda tradition through ritual, music, and song, holding space for both individual and collective transformation over seven days.
