The samba school parades in São Paulo are set to be the main highlight of Carnival 2026, taking place at the Anhembi Sambadrome. These parades, featuring the Special Group of samba schools, will compete for the champion title with elaborate performances and themes. This year, interested viewers can catch the live broadcasts on TV Globo and g1, offering an immersive viewing experience that connects closely with the vibrant rhythm of the parades.

The parades will be held on Friday, February 13, and Saturday, February 14, and the coverage promises a fresh perspective of the event, enhanced with innovative storytelling techniques. Commentator Judson Sales will provide insights from within the avenue, covering technical, aesthetic, and narrative aspects of each samba school as they perform. Additionally, actor Aílton Graça will lead a segment called "Consulado do Aílton" to showcase the behind-the-scenes atmosphere as the schools prepare to take the stage.

In a unique touch, viewers will have access to the "POV do Mestre" during the performance, offering footage from the perspective of the drummers' masters, equipped with special cameras to capture the experience. This kind of interactive broadcasting aims to elevate the viewer's enjoyment and understanding of the cultural significance and artistry involved in the famed samba parades, highlighting Carnival's role as a vital part of Brazilian culture.