Fernando de Noronha, a popular tourist destination in Brazil, is currently unprepared for the upcoming carnival season, with no stage or decorations set up at the traditional gathering point, Praça São Miguel. As of Monday the 9th, local authorities have not announced any carnival programming, creating uncertainty for both residents and visitors, especially since last year the island hosted performances featuring prominent figures in Pernambuco's cultural scene.

Local tourism stakeholders are expressing concerns about the absence of timely information regarding carnival events, which they believe is vital for boosting tourism activity. Ailton Flor, the President of the Tourism Council, emphasizes that having a planned carnival program is essential for attracting tourists who expect festive events, as the island is marketed as a tourist destination.

Despite its smaller scale compared to larger Brazilian cities, the carnival holds significance for local communities and the economy, relying on festivities to draw crowds. The lack of advance communication about the events has prompted frustration among tourism advocates who have long sought better promotion of the island's annual tourism calendar, of which carnival plays a critical part.