Glitter, rainbows and gummi bears: Sydney Mardi Gras parade 2026 – in pictures
The Sydney Mardi Gras parade 2026 celebrated with vibrant floats and thousands of participants on Oxford Street, featuring an array of colorful displays.
Jerusalem Municipality to Commemorate Shira Banki in the Area Where She Was Murdered at the Pride Parade Over a Decade Ago
Jerusalem's municipality announced plans to commemorate Shira Banki, who was murdered at the Pride Parade in 2015, by including her name in the city's street name registry near the location of her death.
Monobloco Parade Closes Mega Blocks Circuit and Honors Preta Gil and Arlindo Cruz
The Monobloco, one of the most famous street carnival blocks in Rio de Janeiro, concluded the mega blocks circuit on Sunday, paying tribute to the late musicians Preta Gil and Arlindo Cruz.
Daniela Mercury, Pedro Sampaio, Léo Santana: see the blocks that go out onto the streets of SP this post-carnival Sunday
Major post-carnival street parties in São Paulo feature prominent Brazilian artists, including Daniela Mercury and Léo Santana, with 55 blocks set to parade this Sunday.
'Fiuk from Harmonia': Judge who went viral at SP carnival is a PhD from USP, has a gypsy band and helped found a street block
João Batista Cruz gained internet fame during the São Paulo Carnival 2026 as a judge, nicknamed 'Fiuk da Harmonia', due to a viral video capturing his intense focus on the parade.
Carnival in the Square. Among Clowns and Magic Awaiting the Parade
Milan's Carnival celebrations include street performances by clowns and the traditional parade of allegorical floats, attracting locals and visitors alike.
Carnival in Rio continues: 38 blocs parade between Friday and Sunday; see complete schedule
The Rio de Janeiro street carnival extends from February 20 to 22, featuring 38 official blocs, including highlights like the Anitta bloc and Monobloco.
Wedding proposal, gender reveal, street singer, Marina Sena escorted, and muse of the Clube da Esquina: check out the unforgettable moments of the carnival in BH
Belo Horizonte's carnival featured unforgettable moments including a record crowd for Marina Sena's performance and a memorable wedding proposal during a bloco parade.
Learn about the Bembé do Mercado, a tradition with over 135 years that inspired the runner-up parade of Beija-Flor
The Bembé do Mercado, the largest street candomblé in the world, was celebrated by Beija-Flor de Nilópolis in their recent carnival parade in Rio de Janeiro.
Boi Tolo stands out in the 'New York Times': 'A party that simply doesn't end'
The 'New York Times' featured the Boi Tolo parade as an iconic celebration of street carnival in Rio de Janeiro, emphasizing its grassroots spirit.
Street vendor climbs onto float in BH and surprises crowd by singing hits by Ivete and Cláudia Leitte with Baianeiros
A street vendor in Belo Horizonte, Dayane Sales, captivates the crowd by singing popular songs with a local music group during the city's carnival parade.
Big Dolls of Barra maintain tradition in the street carnival of Salto
The city of Salto celebrated its traditional street carnival with a parade featuring giant dolls, attracting participants of all ages.
Last days of carnival in Timóteo feature matinée, shows, and samba school parade
Timóteo's carnival is in its fourth day, marked by festive shows and traditional music, after a 14-year hiatus for street celebrations.
Carnival 2026: Bloc 'Vai Quem Quer' brings together a crowd in Rio Branco
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.
Couple creates carnival block and marries in the street during carnival in Vitória
A couple in Vitória, Brazil, celebrated their wedding during a carnival event, embodying a festive spirit as they tied the knot in a custom block parade.
Galo da Madrugada Parade 2026; PHOTOS
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.
Carmelitas interrupts parade for the first time in 36 years
The Carmelitas parade in Rio de Janeiro was interrupted for the first time in 36 years due to an overwhelming crowd and unauthorized vendors blocking the route.
In Santa Teresa, Carmelitas opens the street carnival in Rio; see photos
The street carnival in Rio officially begins with the traditional Carmelitas block parade in Santa Teresa, marking the start of a festive season with numerous other parades scheduled.
Friday opens the official Carnival with tradition, marchinhas, and historic parades in Rio
The Bloco das Carmelitas inaugurates the vibrant street Carnival weekend in Rio de Janeiro with a traditional parade this Friday.
Carnival Friday in Olinda features Mulher do Dia parade and shows by Raphaela Santos, Dada Boladão, and Amigas do Brega in Praça do Carmo
Olinda is set to host a vibrant Carnival Friday celebration with performances from popular artists and a series of lively street blocks.
Bicycle Block in BH gathers cyclists with 'costumed' bikes, lights, and lots of 'box sound' in a street party atmosphere
The Bloco da Bicicletinha in Belo Horizonte combines carnival festivities with a cycling parade, encouraging urban mobility in a fun atmosphere.
Belo Horizonte Carnival: traffic disruptions on the city's main streets; see maps
Belo Horizonte will experience traffic disruptions during Carnival due to street block parades, with special operations planned for specific routes.
See the traffic scheme for the Muriçoquinhas block parade at Via Folia 2026, in João Pessoa
A special traffic and public transport scheme has been established for the Muriçoquinhas block parade in João Pessoa, which will feature attractions and involve street closures.
Suvaco do Cristo holds its last parade this Sunday after 40 years; virtual museum and documentary will keep memories alive
The Suvaco do Cristo bloc, an emblematic street carnival group in Rio de Janeiro, is concluding its 40-year run with a final parade, while efforts are made to preserve its legacy through a virtual museum and documentary.
Want to take the block to the street? See how to request permission for a carnival block in Belém
Street blocks planning to parade through the streets of Belém during Carnival need to request prior authorization from the city hall.
Check out the complete schedule of carnival blocks that will parade from North to South of ES
The article provides a comprehensive schedule of carnival street blocks and events happening across Espírito Santo, inviting locals and visitors to join in the celebrations.
Santos Carnival will have rules for street and avenue commerce; check it out
Santos Carnival will implement specific rules for street vendors, restricting sales to registered ambulants outside parade routes and allowing only selected charitable organizations to sell during samba school parades.
Street vendors improvise camp to ensure entry at Ibirapuera during street carnival
Registered street vendors for the 2026 Street Carnival are camping near Ibirapuera Park in São Paulo to secure access to the main parade route which will host major events over eight days.
Awesome video for Panathinaikos' birthday: The U19 reenacted the parade on Panepistimiou
Panathinaikos celebrated its birthday with a remarkable reenactment of a parade by its U19 players on Panepistimiou street.
Snapshots in January: Pictures of the Day
The article highlights various events and moments captured on camera in January, including traditional firefighters in Tokyo, ice baths in Kyiv, Israeli attacks in southern Lebanon, a street parade in Madrid, and divers participating in the traditional Three Kings diving event in Lake Constance.
Guadeloupe: a man shot dead in the street during the carnival in Pointe-à-Pitre
A man was shot dead in the midst of a crowd during the first parade of the Guadeloupe carnival in Pointe-à-Pitre, leading to the interruption of festivities.
Askatasuna: for the left, the climate of fear in Turin is the government's fault
The left in Turin blames the government for the climate of fear in the city following clashes during a street parade in defense of the Askatasuna social center, which resulted in injuries to police officers.
The New Year of Askatasuna: firecrackers and bombs against the Carabinieri
During the Askatasuna Street Parade, tensions escalated when demonstrators threw firecrackers and bombs towards the police, who responded with tear gas and water cannons.
The street festival of Askatasuna, the 'street parade' takes over a bit of Turin
The Askatasuna street parade in Turin featured revelers moving towards Campus Einaudi with music and smoke, while some participants directed firecrackers and whistles at the police without facing any immediate response.