PM arrests suspects selling 24 marijuana brigadeiros to revelers at megablocks in SP
Two women were arrested by the Military Police in São Paulo for allegedly selling marijuana-infused brigadeiros during post-carnival festivities.
Between megablocks and cultural resistance: the 10 years that transformed the street carnival of São Paulo
São Paulo celebrates the transformation of its street carnival over the past decade, which has become a significant cultural event, balancing economic growth with cultural identity.
Beyond the megablocks: groups with fewer than 20,000 revelers gain incentive to take to the streets in SP
Smaller carnival groups in São Paulo are receiving support through a new initiative to enhance street festivities.
Mocidade Alegre champions in SP and megablocks on the streets: how Carnival Tuesday was across the country
Carnival Tuesday in Brazil was marked by massive street celebrations, with Mocidade Alegre winning the São Paulo Carnival championship and megablocks drawing crowds nationwide.
Outside the megablocks circuit, Carnival in the periphery of São Paulo preserves neighborhood celebration with community support
The Bloco do Litraço in São Paulo celebrates its tenth anniversary with a community-focused Carnival that contrasts with the larger city-wide events.
Street Carnival is being undermined by the gigantism of megablocks, says Luiz Antonio Simas
Luiz Antonio Simas argues that the traditional street Carnival in Brazil is being overshadowed by oversized megablocks, raising concerns about cultural dilution.
SP President says São Paulo may create new block circuits in 2027 after overcrowding of megablocks
The president of SPTuris announced plans for new carnival block circuits in São Paulo by 2027 to address overcrowding.
After chaos at pre-Carnival, Nunes says presentation of megabloks in Consolação will change
São Paulo's Mayor Ricardo Nunes announced changes to the city's Carnival blocos after recent disturbances, including prohibiting sound trucks from stopping during parades.
Megablocks account for nearly 20% of cell phone thefts during the Carnival in SP; see which streets had the most cases
Nearly 20% of cell phone thefts reported during the 2025 Carnival in São Paulo occurred in megablock areas, according to a security report.
Councilwoman warned the city hall about the danger of megablocks in Consolação
São Paulo's city hall was alerted about the risks of overcrowding during simultaneous street carnival events, leading to chaos as thousands participated.
Deputy Mayor was against megablocks in São Paulo's pre-Carnival; Nunes says 'decisions are not made by one person only'
The Deputy Mayor of São Paulo expressed his opposition to simultaneous megablock parades during the pre-Carnival, highlighting concerns over public safety and overcrowding.
São Paulo City Council reacts with surprise to criticism after turmoil with carnival megablocks
The São Paulo City Council, headed by Mayor Ricardo Nunes, expressed surprise at the criticism regarding chaos during pre-carnival events, despite declaring the events a success.
City Hall of SP says it will expand exits and place agents inside trios after overcrowding in megablocks during pre-Carnival
The São Paulo City Hall announced plans to improve crowd management during the upcoming street carnival following incidents of overcrowding in megablocks over the previous weekend.
Security barriers pose risks for revelers at megablock parties
The use of security barriers at Carnival megablocks has been criticized as dangerous, especially highlighted by the chaos during a pre-Carnival event in São Paulo involving two large blocks.
Carnival 2026: SP City Hall makes exception and extends hours of two mega blocks
The Ricardo Nunes administration has allowed two mega blocks to parade until 7 PM during the 2026 Carnival in São Paulo, extending their hours beyond the initial limit of 6 PM.