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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

Brazil covers more than 8.5 million square kilometres, making it the largest country in South America and the fifth largest in the world....

You’ll start at the jaw-dropping Iguaçu Falls , swim in crystal-clear island waters at one of the best beaches in Brazil Ilha Grande ,...

Salvador, the capital of the Brazilian state of Bahia, is one of the oldest colonial cities in the Americas and a cultural epicenter of...

The Garanhuns Winter Festival (Festival de Inverno de Garanhuns)  is one of Brazil's most celebrated cultural events, drawing artists,...

Jericoacoara , located in the state of Ceará in northeastern Brazil, is a small coastal village situated within the Jericoacoara National...

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 round of tickets went on sale on 3 June 2025  and sold out within just a few days. The final tickets are still available for Camarotes , which provide an all-inclusive VIP experience. Booking directly through Ticketmaster Brazil , the only official ticketing partner, is your best opportunity to lock in authentic ticke

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,...

Brazil’s favelas are home to over 16 million people, or 8.1% of the country's population . They are complex places, and despite often...

UPDATE: Camarote tickets are the only remaining Sambadrome tickets available on Ticketmaster Brazil  - the only official site for Sambadrome tickets. Camarotes offer you an all-inclusive VIP experience. Choose which Camarote is right for you , or book your Sambadrome Tickets for 2026 NOW! *Carnaval Passaporte tickets and Sambista tickets went on sale in June 2025 and are already sold out. *Arquibancada Tickets went on sale on 19 October 2025 and are already sold out. The Samb

The Carnival in Rio de Janeiro is world-famous for its samba parades, lively street blocos (parties), and electrifying atmosphere that...

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

Salvador , the capital city of Bahia , is best known for being the center of Afro-Brazilian culture, its colonial history, and its...

The blocos, also called "bloco de rua" or "bloco de carnaval", are community-organized street parties that have become the lifeblood of...

Salvador , the capital of the Brazilian state of Bahia , is famous for its exciting nightlife, centered around samba, forró, and live...

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...