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✈️ Carnival Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil · February 28–4
Sambadrome and City Wide

Rio Carnival is the greatest party on earth — five days every February before Lent where the entire city of Rio de Janeiro transforms into an explosion of samba, colour, elaborate costumes and pure joy that draws two million people per day onto the streets. The Sambadrome parade, where samba schools of thousands compete in choreographed spectacle, is one of the most breathtaking things a human being can witness.

Getting There

Nearest AirportGIG · Rio de Janeiro
Also ConsiderSDU
Typical DatesFebruary 28–4
FrequencyAnnual event

Local Knowledge

The greatest party on earth. Sambadrome parade tickets sell out fast. Street blocos are free. Hotels triple in price — book a year ahead. Safety awareness important.

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