Carnival 2025

Feb 28th - Mar 08th

Carnival in Rio

Brazil Carnival

Carnival in Rio

All about the biggest holiday in Brazil, the Carnival.

All about the biggest holiday in Brazil, the Carnival.

In late summer in Rio de Janeiro, from February 28th through March 08th, Rio Carnival 2025 will be celebrated by over 1 million visitors as well as local residents. With hundreds of street parties and balls there is plenty to do for everyone. Rio Carnival 2025 will culminate when the top Samba schools in Rio compete with each other to put on the best parade extravaganza possible.

João Gabriel | Riotur

Carnival 2025: The Parade Times

Discover the magical setting of the Sambadrome and enhance your carnival experience! This video provides valuable insights into the optimal parade start times at the Sambadrome, ensuring you don't miss any exciting moments. Additionally, learn the best time to arrive, maximizing your enjoyment of the spectacle while avoiding any hiccups. Get ready to experience the Rio de Janeiro Carnival like never before!

 
Special Group parade order
Order March 2nd (Sunday)
March 3rd (Monday)
March 4rd (Tuesday)
10:00 PM Unidos de P. Miguel Unidos da Tijuca Mocidade
11:30 PM
Imperatriz Beija-Flor Paraíso do Tuiuti
01:00 AM
Viradouro Salgueiro Grande Rio
02:30 AM Mangueira Vila Isabel Portela

These videos from Bookers International are intended to clarify questions and doubts about carnival in Rio de Janeiro, giving tips and information about the greatest party on earth.

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