The Banda do Vai Quem Quer parade in Porto Velho, Brazil, attracted thousands of revelers celebrating the Carnival tradition with creative costumes and joyful music.
On Saturday, March 14, 2026, Porto Velho, Brazil, witnessed the vibrant and colorful parade of Banda do Vai Quem Quer (BVQQ), hailed as the largest carnival block in the Amazon. The streets of the central region were packed with attendees who donned a diverse array of creative costumes or comfortable clothing, all reveling in the joyous atmosphere that defines the festival. The parade commenced at 3 PM and lasted approximately six hours, highlighted by the lively sounds of electric trios that energized the crowds throughout the event.
Celebrating its 46th consecutive year, the BVQQ maintains a strong cultural tradition, proudly recognized as Cultural and Intangible Heritage of Porto Velho and the state of Rondônia. Since 2009, the president of the BVQQ, often referred to as the
