Carnivals and Festivals

Feb. 12 – Friday

Carnival 2010 King Momo is crowned by mayor at 1 p.m 
Shows start at Terreirão do Samba and Rio Folia, from 8 p.m.
Parade of Children’s Samba Schools at the Sambodrome, from 5 p.m.
Cinelandia Ball Downtown, from 9 p.m.
Azeitona sem Caroço at Rua Dias Ferreira, »»

Carnival 2010 happens from February 13 (Saturday) through 16 (Tuesday). We suggest arriving a few days earlier. There’s so much to do and see during Carnival that you will not have much time left to explore the city. Try to plan your Carnival activities ahead to sample the variety. »»