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Carnival in Brazil is a national celebration that brings music, costumes and community events into cities across the country. While many events cater to an adult audience, Carnival also includes many activities created specifically for families and children. Children are drawn to Carnival for the vibrant costumes, glitter, face paint, dancing and lively music. Dressing up, joining in small parades, and dancing to the rhythms of drums are experiences that captivate young audi

Carnival in Brazil is one of the country’s largest and most iconic festivals. It takes place annually in the days leading up to Lent and combines music, dance, samba school parades at the Sambadrome , and street parties, called blocos . The most famous celebrations are held in the cities of Rio de Janeiro , Salvador , Recife and Olinda , however there are Carnival events held across the country. The festival attracts millions of locals as well as international travellers look

Círio de Nazaré (The Taper of Our Lady of Nazareth), is a Roman Catholic religious event held annually in Belém , the capital of the state of Pará in northern Brazil. It honours Nossa Senhora de Nazaré (Our Lady of Nazareth), who is one of the most revered Marian figures in the country. The event takes place on the second Sunday in October and is considered one of the largest religious gatherings in the world, attracting around two million participants each year. Planning to

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

Festa do Divino Espirito Santo, or the Festival of the Holy Spirit, is one of Brazil's most cherished religious celebrations. Rooted in...

UPDATE ON REMAINING TICKETS (DEC 2025): A limited number of official Sambadrome tickets are still available on Ticketmaster Brazil : Frisas Abertas - available dates Arquibancada Popular 1  - available dates Camarotes (all-inclusive VIP) - find which Camarote is right for you , or see available dates The following tickets are sold out: Carnaval Passaporte and Sambista tickets went on sale in June 2025 and are sold out Arquibancada Tickets went on sale in October 2025 and are

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

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...