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Rio Carnival 2026 Breaks Records with 65 Million Attendees

The Rio Carnival has made a triumphant return, attracting an estimated 65 million people to its vibrant streets, a 22% increase from last year. The five-day festival featured spectacular parades, samba schools, and celebrity appearances.

Carnival Samba Parades Honour Black Brazilian Women Authors

Rio de Janeiro's Carnival samba schools use their spectacular parades to celebrate Black Brazilian female writers Conceição Evaristo and Carolina Maria de Jesus, highlighting their literary contributions and addressing historical marginalisation.

Rio Carnival Begins with Key Handover to King Momo

Rio de Janeiro's mayor has officially handed the city's key to King Momo, marking the start of the five-day Carnival festivities. This symbolic act ushers in a period of revelry, parades, and celebrations across Brazil.

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