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Sydney's Mardi Gras parade route has been included in the National Heritage List, recognizing its cultural significance and ensuring its protection under national law.

The 39th Meeting of Carreiros in Poço Fundo, Brazil, is set to celebrate the region's cultural heritage on March 15 with a parade of ox carts.

A ceremonial gathering honoring the Estonian flag took place in Tartu on the morning of the Estonian Independence Day, culminating in a parade to the Tartu Observatory.

Athens celebrates its Carnival festivities with a grand parade in Syntagma, marking the peak of the events that have taken place throughout the city.

The Champions Parade of Rio's Carnival showcased the top six ranked samba schools, highlighting criticisms directed at the judges for their scoring decisions.

The Patras Carnival 2026 features over 50,000 participants in a vibrant night parade that transforms the city into a lively celebration.

This Saturday, 71 carnaval blocks will parade through São Paulo, featuring highlights such as Navio Pirata by BaianaSystem and Bloco Praieiro by Jammil e Uma Noites.

A carnival parade in Niterói sought to satirize neoconservatism by mocking the notion of the 'traditional family' in a tribute to Lula, inadvertently causing feelings of alienation among those advocating for strong familial ties.

The Archdiocese of São Sebastião of Rio de Janeiro has challenged the use of Christian and family symbols in cultural expressions deemed offensive, in response to a recent samba parade.

The selection for judges whose scores will count in the evaluation of Rio's Special Group carnival parade took place today, eliminating two judging booths.

Virginia Fonseca faced boos during her announcement as the Queen of Bateria at the Grande Rio samba school parade.

A traditional carnival float parade in Cerquilho, Brazil, will announce its winner on Tuesday night, with various themes including a tribute to female strength.

The samba schools parade in Guaratinguetá will take place on the evening of Tuesday, the 17th, starting at 9 PM, with all tickets sold out.

The second parade of the Mazatlán Carnival, a key event marking the end of the celebrations, will take place on February 17 at 4:30 PM.

The official result of the 2026 carnival parade in Macapá will be announced on Wednesday during a ceremony at the city's sambadrome.

The carnival parade in Salinas, Ecuador, brought together hundreds of people with a festive atmosphere and featured allegorical floats highlighting the canton’s cultural landmarks.

After a 13-year hiatus, samba schools returned to parade in São José dos Campos, Brazil, showcasing vibrant performances and colorful displays.

A Spring Festival celebrating the Lunar New Year was held in Kobe's Nankinmachi for the first time in seven years, featuring a dragon parade and Chinese lion dances.

Ciça made a surprise appearance in the performance of Unidos do Viradouro during the samba parade, reminiscent of Ivete Sangalo's unexpected 2017 performance.

Juliana Alves, a former queen of the Unidos da Tijuca samba school, takes part in the carnival parade this year both at the front and in the final section of the procession.

Tuesday's Carnival in Rio will feature a marathon of 56 blocos, highlighting events like Fervo da Lud, the Carmelitas parade, and the Voadora Orchestra.

Roberto de Carvalho expressed the overwhelming emotions he felt while participating in a parade honoring Rita Lee, describing it as akin to a tsunami of joy and beauty.

The Carnival block parade in Rio Branco was postponed due to heavy rain, with only one group having performed before the interruption.

The Chinese New Year parade in New York's Chinatown, celebrating the Year of the Fire Horse, is scheduled for March 1, 2026, with cultural festivities beginning weeks earlier.

The 'Congresso dos Excêntricos Carnavalescos' successfully organized a last-minute parade during this year's Carnival in Brazil.

Quito's Carnival Parade featured various cultural groups showcasing their traditions and vibrant costumes throughout the streets of the capital.

The frevo group Warriors of the Step was denied access to the official lodge of the Galo da Madrugada block during the parade in Recife, leading to public outcry from its director.

The Mangueira samba school celebrated medicinal herbs and Afro-Amapaense ancestry during its performance at Rio's special group parades.

The samba schools and caricature blocks of the Belo Horizonte carnival will begin parading from Monday, February 16.

The Baianas Ozadas block kicked off its carnival festivities in Belo Horizonte with a traditional staircase washing ceremony at São José Church, celebrating its 14 years of cultural significance.

The samba schools of São José dos Campos are set to return to the streets after a 13-year hiatus, with the parade scheduled for Monday evening.

Samba schools in São José do Rio Preto are calling for public financial support to revive their carnival parades, which have not occurred officially since 2018 due to a lack of funding.

The second night of the Rio de Janeiro Special Group parades features tributes to notable figures and a celebration of Candomblé.

Singer Daniela Mercury criticizes a court ruling that affected her block's position in the Salvador carnival parade, questioning the management of the event.

Chinese New Year will be celebrated in New York with extensive festivities due to the large Chinese community, culminating in a parade on March 1, 2026.

The 'Vai Quem Quer' bloc, a traditional street carnival group in Acre, has gathered a large crowd in Rio Branco for their festive parade celebrating community and cultural tradition.

The samba schools of Joaçaba captivated the audience in Santa Catarina during their lively parade on Saturday night, showcasing creativity and joy through their performances.

Ecuador's President Daniel Noboa attended the Brotherhood Parade in Ambato as an honored guest, emphasizing the region's cultural significance and its contribution to the national economy.

The Banda do Vai Quem Quer parade in Porto Velho, Brazil, attracted thousands of revelers celebrating the Carnival tradition with creative costumes and joyful music.

The largest 3D printer in Brazil is being utilized in the Rio Carnival by the Beija-Flor samba school to create large-scale decorative pieces for their parade.

The article explores the intricate process behind creating dazzling costumes for the maracatu festival in Pernambuco, Brazil, emphasizing the hard work of artisans like Francy Silva.

The Midnight Man parade in Olinda celebrates its 94th year with a tribute to Afro-Brazilian ancestry and the strength of maracatus.

A reader expresses the view that carnival parades should celebrate cultural heroes without restrictions, while some believe it crosses into electoral propaganda.

Bloco Bebê Rindo celebrated 49 years with its largest parade ever in Teresópolis, showcasing its cultural significance and connection to local educational institutions.

President Lula attended the Galo da Madrugada parade in Recife, marking the first time an acting president has participated in this major cultural event.

The Galo da Madrugada, the world's largest street parade, took place in Recife, Brazil, attracting crowds in vibrant costumes and featuring performances by popular artists.

The centennial Cordão da Bola Preta returns to the streets of downtown Rio de Janeiro for its 107th parade, attracting visitors from across Brazil.

The Carnabonde, a traditional carnival block in Santos, Brazil, will honor the Santista Chorões on Saturday, featuring a parade and a performance by the Zago Art Show band.

The Império de Samba Solidariedade will present a performance at the 2026 Carnival in Macapá that explores the significance of drums in cultural history.

The Bloco Cafuçu will parade through the Historic Center of João Pessoa this Friday evening, marking the start of the Carnival season with a new visual identity honoring the 40th anniversary of Muriçocas do Miramar.