On Sunday afternoon, two major carnival blocs converged in São Paulo's Consolação neighborhood, leading to a chaotic scene as security barriers were overturned by the throngs of revelers. This event marked a first-time occurrence of hosting both the Acadêmicos do Baixo Augusta and a debut bloc led by DJ Calvin Harris, a key promotion for São Paulo's official Carnival. The unexpected influx of attendees caused significant tensions and resulted in numerous individuals seeking assistance amid the commotion.

Witnesses reported that the crowd surge led to a number of people feeling unwell and in need of rescue services amid the chaos. Some patrons climbed the surrounding fences in a desperate attempt to escape the jostling crowd. The decision to host two large events simultaneously in the same area has drawn scrutiny from both local residents and traditional Carnival goers, with complaints about the inadequate space for such large gatherings.

The planning for this event, implemented under the administration of Mayor Ricardo Nunes, has raised concerns about the safety and management of large crowds during Carnival. As this situation unfolded, it highlighted the ongoing debates around public safety at major events, and the need for better crowd control measures in such densely populated areas. Local residents have long advocated for more responsible planning regarding large festivities in their neighborhoods, aiming to balance celebration with community safety.