Carnival Tickets 2026 are on sale: The Sambadrome Parade at Rio Carnival
- Rachel
- May 28, 2025
- 2 min read
Updated: 6 hours ago
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.
UPDATE ON REMAINING CARNIVAL TICKETS (JAN 2026):
A limited number of official Sambadrome tickets are still available on Ticketmaster Brazil:
Arquibancada Popular 1Â - available dates
Camarotes (all-inclusive VIP) - find which Camarote is right for you, or see available dates
The following tickets are sold out and are only available through 3rd Party Re-sellers:
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 sold out
If you would still like to buy these types of tickets, they are now available for sale on 3rd party websites. Be careful buying through third parties and only use trusted websites like Get Your Guide.
Where to get the official tickets for the Sambadrome at Carnival in 2026
The official tickets for the 2026 Rio Carnival can only be purchased through Ticketmaster Brazil. It's advisable to buy tickets as soon as they are released, as the Carnival attracts millions of visitors, and popular sectors sell out quickly. Prices vary depending on the sector and type of seating, so review the options carefully before making a selection.
If you miss out on buying official Carnival tickets through Ticketmaster, you will have to purchase tickets from a 3rd Party re-seller at an inflated price. As most official tickets are now sold out, I recommend purchasing tickets through Get Your Guide or other reputable well-known resellers. Make sure to read the past reviews before purchasing a ticket.
For more information about attending the Sambadrome parades, including types tickets, seating sectors, the performances, transport, and more, see my full post on attending the Sambadrome at Carnaval 2026.
More resources for planning your trip to Carnival
Find cheap bus, ferry, and private transfer tickets on Bookaway, where you can make reservations ahead of time from abroad. Or, rent a car and give yourself the freedom to explore at your own pace.
Find your perfect accommodation on Booking.com, with thousands of options ranging from luxury hotels to budget-friendly backpacker hostels
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Forgetting something? Read my packing check-list for Brazil, and my list of 10 things you should do before you travel to Brazil