Banda da Rua do Mercado

Discover Banda da Rua do Mercado (Market Street Band), one of the pioneers of street carnival in Rio de Janeiro! Founded on February 11, 1998, the bloco seeks to honor the workers of the city center and celebrate the city's cultural history through music. With street performances, a "street washing" ceremony, and a traditional repertoire, Banda da Rua do Mercado is.

Banda dos 300

Abraço do Urso

"Abraço do Urso" (Bear Hug), a Carnival bloco that brings samba to the streets of Rio! Founded, but exactly when is not specified. Its main location is in the neighborhood of Santíssimo, in the West Zone of Rio de Janeiro. This bloco is known for presenting quality samba and Carioca percussion, creating a lively and welcoming atmosphere with contagious energy.

Amigos da Onça

Foundation: 2012, Rio de Janeiro Leadership: Group of musician friends Purpose: To promote environmental awareness and defend indigenous rights, with an irreverent artistic approach. Structure: Theatrical, with wind and percussion instruments, performances with musicians, dancers and stilt walkers. Cultural elements: Brazilian and international rhythms, including pop, groove, salsa, rock and samba

Céu na Terra

Heaven on Earth! A traditional "bloco" (street band) from Rio de Janeiro's Carnival, founded in 2001 in Santa Teresa, Rio de Janeiro. The Orquestra Popular Céu na Terra presents original arrangements and traditional Brazilian music, with elements such as saxophones, trumpets, percussion, and accordions. The bloco promotes Brazilian culture, engaging a young audience and fostering equality among participants. Featuring giant puppets and inspired decorations.

Superbacana

Superbacana, a Brazilian carnival bloco founded in 2016 in Rio de Janeiro, pays homage to the Tropicália cultural movement. The bloco performs in Afonso Pena Square in Tijuca and mixes traditional percussion with modern instruments, including guitars and keyboards. The repertoire is rooted in Tropicália, with artists such as Caetano Veloso, Gilberto Gil, and Os Mutantes.

Xodó da Piedade

The Xodó da Piedade bloco is a treasure of Rio's Carnival, with over 40 years of history! Founded in the North Zone, the bloco celebrates Brazilian culture with live music and a high-quality "batuque" (drumming). It holds street parades, rehearsals, and samba performances, bringing nostalgia and tradition to the streets. Its repertoire consists of samba classics.

Mulheres de Chico

"Mulheres de Chico" (Chico's Women) is a Brazilian carnival bloco (street band) founded in 2006 by Gláucia Cabral and Vivian Freitas, with the initial idea dating back to 2003! The bloco parades in the South Zone of Rio de Janeiro, in the Leme neighborhood, and performs in theaters, nightclubs, and open-air shows. The repertoire consists of songs by Chico Buarque, with.

Tamo Junto in Folia

"Tamo Junto in Folia" is the largest street parade in the West Zone of Rio, founded in 2004 in the Ponto Chic region, Padre Miguel. Its mission is to democratize Carnival for those facing geographical and financial barriers. With electric trios and the "Tudo Vira Samba" drum section, it offers a mix of traditional rhythms with contemporary genres, such as funk and pagode.

Timoneiros da Viola

The Timoneiros da Viola, founded in 2012 by writer Vagner Fernandes, is a bloco that celebrates the musical legacy of Paulinho da Viola! Focusing on traditional samba, the bloco parades through the streets of Madureira and Oswaldo Cruz, attracting crowds of 50,000 people. With a bateria of 150 members, the group performs classic sambas, such as those by Candeia and Nelson Cavaquinho.

Chouriço Alegre

Chouriço Alegre is a Carnival bloco (street band) that brings animation and fun to the streets of Rio de Janeiro. Founded in 2018, its location was Beco Henedina, in Oswaldo Cruz. In 2020, there was a "Bloco do Chouriço" with the theme "Black Women of Minas Gerais". Currently, it participates in the street parades in 2025. The bloco is characterized by a mixture of.