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If you're planning to attend Rio Carnival in 2026, you may be deciding the best way to celebrate. Aside from attending blocos (street parties), the Sambadrome is an important part of the Carnival celebration. Carnival brings Rio de Janeiro 's top samba schools to compete at the Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí . The Sambadrome is a purpose built parade venue with grandstands on both sides and a set parade length of about seven hundred metres. Every school enters at one end, cr

Morro de Sao Paulo , located on Tinharé Island in Bahia , Brazil, has a nightlife scene that combines local culture with live music and open-air venues. The island’s main party spots are concentrated around the village centre and the beaches. The nightlife in Morro de Sao Paulo operates on a rotating schedule that allows visitors to find parties on most nights. Bamboo Jam runs on Tuesdays, Mamas holds its main event on Saturdays, and Toca do Morcego is busiest on Fridays. Cla

Located in the historic centre of Salvador , Bahia, Pelourinho is one of Brazil’s most culturally significant neighbourhoods, and offers...

Global pop icon Dua Lipa  is officially bringing her Radical Optimism Tour  to Brazil in November 2025, as part of the highly anticipated...

The Town by Rock in Rio  is back in Sao Paulo for its second unforgettable edition. Organised by the creators of Rock in Rio , this...

Planning to experience the magic of Rio Carnival in 2026? Don’t miss your chance to secure the highly sought-after tickets for the Sambadrome Parade. The first two rounds of tickets went on sale on in June and October, and sold out within just a few days. A limited number of the following Sambadrome tickets are still available on Ticketmaster Brazil : Frisas Abertas - check available dates Arquibancada Popular 1  - check available dates Camarotes (all-inclusive VIP) - find wh

Forró is a popular music genre and dance style from the northeastern region of Brazil. Known for its infectious syncopated rhythms,...

Launched in 1997 by the Associação da Parada do Orgulho GLBT de São Paulo (APOGLBT-SP), the Sao Paulo Pride Parade has grown from a...

The Parintins Folklore Festival (Festival Folclórico de Parintins), also known as the Boi-Bumbá Festival, is one of Brazil’s most unique...

Festa Junina (June Festival), or São João, is a Brazilian festival celebrated in June, honoring the Catholic feast days of Saint Anthony,...

Itacaré , located in the state of Bahia in Brazil, is the small beach town that has it all. It has beautiful palm-tree lined beaches,...

The Carnival in Salvador, the heart of Bahia, is an electrifying celebration known for its trio elétrico parades, transforming the city into the world's biggest street party. The music at Carnaval de Salvador is focused on axé and samba-reggae music. Unlike the samba school processions of Rio, in Salvador’s Carnival millions of people follow behind Trio Elétricos - huge trucks blasting music, leading a moving parade through the city. The city’s main circuits for the trio elet

Disclaimer: This article contains affiliate links, meaning if you buy a product using these links I may receive a small commission. Thanks for your support! The Carnival in Pernambuco, concentrated in the sister cities of Olinda and Recife , is famous for its Frevo music and diverse blocos (street parties) that bring the streets to life with unique themes. Pernambuco’s Carnival is a festival that blends African, Indigenous, and Portuguese influences into one of the most trad

Disclaimer: This article contains affiliate links, meaning if you buy a product using these links I may receive a small commission. Thanks for your support! Carnival in Brazil is one of the most spectacular festivals in the world, famous for its vibrant music and dancing, and, of course, the dazzling costumes. Whether you're attending a samba parade at the Sambadrome , or joining a bloco (street party), knowing what to wear is essential to fully embrace the spirit of Carniva

The blocos, also called "bloco de rua" or "bloco de carnaval", are community-organized street parties that have become the lifeblood of Brazil's Carnival. Unlike the lavish parades of the Sambadrome , which where samba schools compete and showcase their artistry, blocos are open street parties that anyone can join. These street parties date back to the 19th century, evolving from informal neighborhood gatherings into the diverse range of events they are today. More than just

Rio de Janeiro ’s Carnival, (Carnaval de Rio de Janeiro in Portuguese) is one of the world’s most exhilarating cultural events. The...

Tickets for Rio de Janeiro Carnival 2026 are already on sale. Check here  to find out how to get tickets and don't forget you book your...