All About Rio Carnival Festival. February 13th to February 21st, 2026. Guide, Program and Ticket Packages to Sambadrome Parades.

There's no fixed date for this, as it depends on the samba schools and suppliers. Typically, it's around mid-October, once the schools have finalized their themes and designed their wings and costumes.

We recommend contacting our costume specialist partners directly via WhatsApp: Jorge or Tainá.

Here is the list of what is allowed and what is not allowed to bring:

ALLOWED:
- Each person may bring up to two food items (sandwiches, fruits, cookies) and a maximum of two plastic bottles of any beverage, 500 ml each.
- Raincoats are permitted.

NOT ALLOWED:
- Dangerous objects are not allowed, including glass bottles, aluminum cans, flares, aerosol products, fireworks, sharp objects, and firearms.
- Objects that could disrupt the experience of other revelers are not permitted, such as umbrellas and selfie sticks.
- Cameras with attached lenses, tripods, drones, or professional filming and photography equipment are not allowed.
- Objects designed to carry other utensils are prohibited, such as Styrofoam coolers, ice chests, buckets, and large bags.

Yes. There are several kiosks and vendors on-site. Payments are accepted via credit card, debit card and cash, and PIX.

We recommend that you go to the Sambadrome by subway or transfer. In case you are in a difficult access area and you can't go by subway or transfer, the taxi might be an alternative solution.

We do not advise taking conventional buses as many routes change during the parade days. We also do not recommend going by private car as there is no nearby parking, and the streets around the Sambadrome are blocked, making access difficult.

Click here to learn more about all transportation options to the Sambadrome.