On December 28, 2025, just days before the year ended, the historical city of Olinda was already buzzing with pre-Carnival festivities for 2026. In this festive spirit, gynecologist Isabella Barros and lawyer Caio Machado decided to hold their wedding in the form of a carnival parade, complete with a frevo orchestra, as they celebrated amongst the colorful surroundings of the city. The event marked a creative fusion of two significant Brazilian cultural moments – weddings and Carnival.

After the wedding took place, the couple shared photos on Instagram on January 20, just two days after the traditional end of the Carnival season with Ash Wednesday on January 18. This seemingly overlooked ceremony from two months earlier suddenly gained traction on social media, evoking nostalgic memories of the celebration as if it had occurred recently. Many people reached out to Isabella expressing that they had done similar transformations for their own weddings inspired by the vibrant wedding parade in Olinda.

The couple expressed their delight at the unexpected popularity of their festive union, and they hope this trend could encourage others to incorporate carnival themes into their weddings, contributing to the lively street culture in Brazil. Their experience emphasizes not only a personal celebration but also a collective appreciation for artistic creativity during one of the country's most beloved festive seasons, with hopes for more street blocks during future Carnivals.