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This article presents a historical survey of the presence and performance of women, especially black women, in festivities in Rio de Janeiro in the 19th century. We seek to (re) architect scenes of social interaction, in order to highlight the temporary subversions of the "subalternized" positions of black culture and women in festive moments. In this way, we seek to contribute with more in-depth reflections in the field of urban cultures, considering the specificities of the historical experiences of the minority groups than in the artistic and musical practices of a politically engaged profile in contemporary times. In view of the cultural scenes linked to the current feminist agenda, we seek to highlight the historical presence of women in the city's cultural processes. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]