'Stamped Figure' in carnival coverage, Bianka Carvalho has already received a giant doll, frevo, and doppelganger; remember tributes
TV Globo reporter Bianka Carvalho has been honored multiple times during Pernambuco's carnival with various tributes, including a giant doll and a song praising her.
On Ash Wednesday, Bacalhau do Batata and Munguzá de Zuza Miranda attract crowds resisting the end of carnival in Olinda
Crowds in Olinda celebrate the end of carnival with traditional foods like mungunzá and festivities that extend into Ash Wednesday.
Revelers Ignore Rain and Stretch Carnival Until Dawn with Alceu, Elba, and Spok at Marco Zero
Resilient revelers celebrated the end of Carnival in Recife despite heavy rain, with performances by renowned artists at Marco Zero.
Fever in Olinda, fans use fans as instruments to accompany orchestras during carnival; VIDEO
During the recent Carnival in Olinda, colorful fans have become popular among participants, symbolizing expression and unity within the LGBTQIAPN+ community.
Eraldo Ferraz: who is the standard bearer of Pinto da Madrugada in Maceió
Eraldo Ferraz, a university professor and frevo enthusiast, has become a prominent symbol of Maceió's Carnival as the standard bearer of the Pinto da Madrugada bloc.
To the Sound of Frevo and Maracatu, Galo da Madrugada Opens Carnival Tuesday in Ibirapuera; See Videos and Photos
The traditional Pernambuco block Galo da Madrugada kicked off the Carnival circuit in Ibirapuera, São Paulo, featuring performances of frevo and maracatu.
To the sound of frevo, the A Corda bloc 'invades' homes in Olinda and wakes up revelers to enjoy Carnival; VIDEO
The A Corda bloc continues its 32-year tradition of waking up revelers in Olinda, Brazil, on Carnival Tuesday, bringing the festive atmosphere into people's homes.
Documents reveal the history of the most popular frevo of the Pernambuco Carnival
A new research study uncovers historical discrepancies regarding the authorship of the popular frevo 'Marcha Número 1 do Vassourinhas' during the Pernambuco Carnival.
Carnival puppets of Olinda captivate residents and tourists
In Pernambuco, a massive dragon puppet woke up Olinda as part of the Eu Acho É Pouquinho block aimed at inspiring love for frevo in children during the Carnival festivities.
On Ice and to the Sound of Frevo, Block Brings Pernambuco Carnival Tradition to Canada
A block party celebrating Pernambuco's carnival tradition occurs in Shawinigan, Canada, with attendees donning traditional costumes despite the freezing temperatures.
Warriors of the Step are barred from the Galo da Madrugada lodge: 'We will never return'
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.
Recife opens the 3rd night of carnival with Guerreiros do Passo, Flaira Ferro, and Almério; the program includes Liniker, Ludmilla, and Silva
The third night of carnival in Recife features traditional performances highlighting regional music and dance.
With frevo duels, fireworks, and rhythm mixes, Galo da Madrugada draws a crowd at the world's largest street block
The Galo da Madrugada street block in Recife kicked off with a vibrant celebration that included a message for environmental protection and was attended by President Lula.
In Olinda's Carnival, frevo and samba clash between revelers and political backdrops
The Carnival in Olinda showcases a struggle between frevo and samba, highlighting conflicts among revelers and local government amid diverse celebrations.
Foliona with a membership card, Lucy Alves sings at Galo da Madrugada and says the block is 'the most democratic in the world'
Singer Lucy Alves performed at the Galo da Madrugada, celebrating its democratic spirit and inclusivity with a diverse crowd of over 2 million revelers.
Fátima Bernardes arrives in Pernambuco to enjoy carnival: 'Bag only with costumes, two shorts, and a t-shirt'
Brazilian presenter Fátima Bernardes has arrived in Pernambuco to enjoy the carnival festivities, bringing with her a suitcase full of costumes and accessories.
Maestro Spok opens the 2nd night of Recife's carnival with Chico César and Fabiana Cozza; programming includes Iza and Raphaela Santos
Maestro Spok kicked off the second night of the Recife carnival 2026 with performances that celebrated African cultural heritage featuring artists like Chico César and Fabiana Cozza.
Carnival Revelers in Recife Dance on the Same Red Carpet as Cannes with Guerreiros do Passo from the Movie 'The Secret Agent'; VIDEO
Carnival revelers in Recife celebrated the opening night of the Carnival with a performance on a red carpet from Cannes, featuring the frevo group Guerreiros do Passo.
Carnival in Olinda begins to the sound of frevo at Praça do Carmo; the night features Priscila Senna, Alceu, and Nação Zumbi
The 2026 Carnival in Olinda kicked off at Praça do Carmo with a vibrant frevo performance that featured notable artists including Alceu Valença and Nação Zumbi.
Frevo na Fobica will shake up Pedro Sanches Square in Poços de Caldas
The band Frevo na Fobica will perform at Carnival in Poços de Caldas, entertaining the crowd in Pedro Sanches Square with classics from Brazilian music.
Carnival 2026 in Gravatá will have blocos, shows, and the 10th Frevo Orchestras Meeting; check out the schedule
The city of Gravatá in Pernambuco has released its schedule for Carnival 2026, featuring traditional parades, shows, and cultural events.
With broom in hand and frevo in their feet, garbage collectors 'open' the carnival of Olinda with the washing of the slopes
The traditional Bloco Vassourão returned to the streets of Olinda for a symbolic washing of the historic slopes ahead of the official Carnival opening.
After controversy with samba groups, Olinda regulates parade of associations, but allows sound cars and ignores isolation cords
The Olinda city government has issued a decree regulating sound equipment usage during Carnival, allowing sound cars while imposing penalties on groups obstructing traditional parades.
Rock, pop, and memory: how frevo renews itself without losing tradition at carnival
The frevo genre continues to evolve while preserving its traditional roots in the streets of Recife, with new artists integrating diverse musical styles into their craft.
With sound cars and cords, samba parades generate debate about 'space dispute' in the Olinda carnival: 'Frevo is ending'
The proliferation of samba parades and sound cars in Olinda's carnival has sparked debate among frevo groups about safety and the traditional character of the festival.
Recife celebrates Frevo Day with over 30 performances from orchestras, carnival groups, and blocs; see the schedule
Recife celebrates Frevo Day on February 9th with a full day of musical and dance performances highlighting the region's cultural heritage.
Alceu Valença draws a crowd with a lot of frevo at the 2nd parade of the 'Bicho Maluco Beleza' bloc in Recife
On October 8, Alceu Valença led the second parade of the 'Bicho Maluco Beleza' bloc in Recife, attracting thousands of carnival-goers to celebrate with traditional frevo music.
Romero Ferro follows the rhythm and tradition of frevo in the new song, 'Pra gente ser um só,' recorded with Elba Ramalho
Romero Ferro, together with Elba Ramalho, releases the single 'Pra gente ser um só' on February 9, celebrating the Day of Frevo in Pernambuco.
Inspection of the Galo da Madrugada route analyzes possible irregularities and risks to revelers
An inspection was conducted on the Galo da Madrugada parade route to identify and address potential risks for the upcoming event, featuring the theme 'Frevo on Planet Galo'.
'Heart' of the frevo orchestras, tradition of the clarins announcing carnival suffers from lack of support: 'We play for love'
The frevo orchestras, known for their clarins that signal the start of carnival, are struggling due to lack of financial support, affecting artist compensation.
With João Gomes, Ne-Yo, Anitta, Ivete, Nattan, and Alok, the carnival in Olinda and Recife offers parties beyond frevo; check it out
The carnival in Olinda and Recife features a variety of musical styles including piseiro, forró, funk, pop, and electronic music with performances by artists like Ne-Yo, Anitta, and João Gomes.