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Brazil's Carnival Returns: A 2.5-Day Citywide Celebration!

2/18/2026

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Carnival celebrations have returned to Brazil, marking the world's biggest party.
The event features vibrant costumes and samba music, creating a festive atmosphere throughout the city.
France 24's Jan Onoszko notes that the celebrations feel like a massive city-wide party lasting two and a half days.
This year's carnival has extended, with parades continuing into March.

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Carnival celebrations have returned to Brazil, marking the world's biggest party.
The event features vibrant costumes and samba music, creating a festive atmosphere throughout the city.
France 24's Jan Onoszko notes that the celebrations feel like a massive city-wide party lasting two and a half days.
This year's carnival has extended, with parades continuing into March.