The Ultimate Guide to Rio de Janeiro Carnival Street Parties 2025

Discover the Magic of Rio de Janeiro’s Carnival Street Parties in 2025!

Rio de Janeiro’s Carnival is an explosion of color, music, and energy that attracts millions of people every year. And if you’re thinking about enjoying this unique celebration in 2025, you can’t miss the best of the party: the Rio de Janeiro 2025 street parties (blocos)! Whether you’re a tourist or a local, the blocos offer an authentic and accessible experience for every taste. In this complete guide, we’ll introduce you to the confirmed blocos, with dates, times, locations, and practical tips to make the most of this unforgettable celebration. We’ve listed the 50 most popular street parties in Rio de Janeiro here.

Street parties, carnival, people celebrating in the streets. — Photo Agência Brasil Fotografias

Learn more about Rio de Janeiro’s Carnival here.

Dica: Aproveite também para fazer estes passeios no Rio de Janeiro
Cristo Redentor de trem e tour pelo Rio de janeiro. Duração: 4 horas
Passeio grátis pelo centro histórico do Rio e Lapa. Duração: 3 horas
Free tour pelo bairro de Santa Teresa. Duração: 2h 30m
Amanhecer no mirante de Dona Marta + Cristo Redentor Duração: 4 horas
Veja todos os passeios e tranfers no Rio de Janeiro

Ready to dive into the magic of Rio’s Carnival? Let’s go!

Tip: Also check out these tours in Rio de Janeiro
Christ the Redeemer by train and a tour of Rio de Janeiro. Duration: 4 hours
Free tour of Rio’s historic center and Lapa. Duration: 3 hours
Free tour of the Santa Teresa neighborhood. Duration: 2h 30m
Sunrise at the Dona Marta viewpoint + Christ the Redeemer Duration: 4 hours
See all tours and transfers in Rio de Janeiro

1. Cordão da Bola Preta

Date: February 9, 2025
Time: 9 AM
Location: Downtown Rio de Janeiro (Rua Primeiro de Março)
Musical Style: Traditional marchinhas
Target Audience: Families, tourists, and lovers of carnival tradition
Highlight: One of the oldest and most traditional blocos in Rio, known for its iconic costumes and marchinhas that span generations.

2. Monobloco

Date: February 15, 2025
Time: 2 PM
Location: Aterro do Flamengo
Musical Style: Samba, MPB, and Brazilian pop
Target Audience: Young people, families, and fans of contemporary Brazilian music
Highlight: Monobloco brings together thousands of people with its mix of rhythms and contagious energy. Perfect for those who want to dance non-stop!
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3. Sargento Pimenta

Date: February 16, 2025
Time: 4 PM
Location: Largo da Carioca
Musical Style: The Beatles in a samba rhythm
Target Audience: Rock and samba fans
Highlight: This unique bloco transforms Beatles classics into incredible samba versions. An unmissable experience for music lovers!

4. Bloco das Carmelitas

Date: February 18, 2025
Time: 10 AM
Location: Santa Teresa
Musical Style: Marchinhas and samba
Target Audience: Locals and tourists seeking a more relaxed experience
Highlight: Located in the charming Santa Teresa neighborhood, this bloco offers an intimate and charming atmosphere.

5. Fervo da Lud

Date: February 20, 2025
Time: 3 PM
Location: Copacabana Beach
Music Style: Funk and pop
Target Audience: Young people and funk lovers
What Makes It Special: Created by singer Ludmilla, this bloco is set to shake up Copacabana with hits that will have everyone dancing.

6. Bangalafumenga

Date: February 14, 2025
Time: 10 AM
Location: Aterro do Flamengo
Music Style: Axé, samba, and marchinhas
Target Audience: All ages
What Makes It Special: Known for its contagious energy and songs that celebrate Afro-Brazilian culture.

7. Simpatia é Quase Amor

Date: February 17, 2025
Time: 4 PM
Location: Ipanema
Music Style: Samba and marchinhas
Target Audience: Couples and groups of friends
What Makes It Special: One of Rio’s most romantic blocos, perfect for those who want to enjoy Carnival in a relaxed and charming atmosphere.

8. Empolga às 9

Date: February 15, 2025
Time: 9 AM
Location: Copacabana
Music Style: Samba and marchinhas
Target Audience: Families and tourists
What Makes It Special: Ideal for those who prefer to start the day early with lots of excitement.

9. Banda de Ipanema

Date: February 16, 2025
Time: 2 PM
Location: Ipanema
Music Style: Marchinhas and samba
Target Audience: All ages
What Makes It Special: One of Rio’s most democratic and inclusive blocos, known for its diversity and positive energy.

10. Céu na Terra

Date: February 19, 2025
Time: 5 PM
Location: Santa Teresa
Music Style: Marchinhas and samba
Target Audience: Locals and tourists
What Makes It Special: A bloco that celebrates popular culture with lots of creativity and joy.

11. Bloco Afro Ilê Aiyê

Date: February 18, 2025
Time: 3 PM
Location: Lapa
Music Style: Afro-Brazilian music
Target Audience: All ages
What Makes It Special: A bloco that celebrates Afro-Brazilian culture with striking performances and powerful music.

12. Bloco da Preta

Date: February 21, 2025
Time: 4 PM
Location: Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon
Music Style: Samba and MPB
Target Audience: Young people and adults
What Makes It Special: Created by singer Preta Gil, this bloco is known for its vibrant energy and diverse crowd.

13. Tá Pirando, Pirado, Pirou

Date: February 17, 2025
Time: 10 AM
Location: Botafogo
Music Style: Marchinhas and samba
Target Audience: All audiences
What Makes It Special: A fun and irreverent bloco, perfect for anyone looking for guaranteed good times.

14. Mulheres Rodadas

Date: February 16, 2025
Time: 2 PM
Location: Lapa
Music Style: Samba and pagode
Target Audience: Women and groups of friends
What Makes It Special: An all-female bloco that celebrates female empowerment with plenty of music and dancing.

15. Amigos da Onça

Date: February 15, 2025
Time: 10 AM
Location: Urca
Music Style: Marchinhas and samba
Target Audience: Families and tourists
What Makes It Special: A traditional bloco with a relaxed, family-friendly vibe.

16. Bloco do Barbas

Date: February 14, 2025
Time: 4 PM
Location: Centro
Music Style: Rock and pop
Target Audience: Young people and rock lovers
What Makes It Special: An alternative bloco that mixes classic rock with marchinhas.

17. Carmelitas Descalças

Date: February 18, 2025
Time: 10 AM
Location: Santa Teresa
Music Style: Marchinhas and samba
Target Audience: Locals and tourists
What Makes It Special: A small, charming bloco, ideal for those seeking a more laid-back experience.

18. Larga a Onça, Moço

Date: February 17, 2025
Time: 2 PM
Location: Botafogo
Music Style: Marchinhas and samba
Target Audience: All audiences
What Makes It Special: A relaxed bloco full of humor.

19. Bloco do Selminha

Date: February 16, 2025
Time: 4 PM
Location: Lapa
Music Style: Samba and pagode
Target Audience: All audiences
What Makes It Special: A bloco that celebrates local culture with lots of music and dancing.

20. Imprensa Que Eu Gamo

Date: February 15, 2025
Time: 10 AM
Location: Centro
Music Style: Marchinhas and samba
Target Audience: Media professionals and supporters
What Makes It Special: A bloco geared toward journalists and communicators, but open to everyone.

21. Bloco do Siri

Date: February 14, 2025
Time: 4 PM
Location: Leblon
Music Style: Samba and marchinhas
Target Audience: All audiences
What Makes It Special: A small, charming bloco, ideal for those seeking a more laid-back experience.

22. Bloco da Favorita

Date: February 17, 2025
Time: 2 PM
Location: Barra da Tijuca
Music Style: Funk and pop
Target Audience: Young people and adults
What Makes It Special: A modern, vibrant bloco, perfect for those who love funk.

23. Bloco do Chame-Chame

Date: February 16, 2025
Time: 10 AM
Location: Lapa
Music Style: Samba and marchinhas
Target Audience: All audiences
What Makes It Special: A traditional bloco with a relaxed, family-friendly vibe.

24. Bloco do Boitatá

Date: February 15, 2025
Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Centro (Downtown)
Music Style: Samba and marchinhas (classic Carnival tunes)
Target Audience: All ages
What Makes It Special: A block that celebrates popular culture with tons of creativity and joy.

25. Bloco da Saudade

Date: February 18, 2025
Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Santa Teresa
Music Style: Samba and marchinhas (classic Carnival tunes)
Target Audience: All ages
What Makes It Special: A nostalgic block that brings back the classic marchinhas of Carnival’s golden era.

26. Bloco do Bip-Bip

Date: February 17, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Copacabana
Music Style: Samba and marchinhas (classic Carnival tunes)
Target Audience: All ages
What Makes It Special: A small, charming block that’s perfect for those seeking a more laid-back experience.

27. Bloco do Escrava Isaura

Date: February 16, 2025
Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Centro (Downtown)
Music Style: Samba and marchinhas (classic Carnival tunes)
Target Audience: All ages
What Makes It Special: A block that pays tribute to Afro-Brazilian culture with nonstop music and dancing.

28. Bloco do Minhoqueens

Date: February 15, 2025
Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Lapa
Music Style: Samba and marchinhas (classic Carnival tunes)
Target Audience: All ages
What Makes It Special: An LGBTQIA+ block that celebrates diversity with a burst of color and pure joy.

29. Bloco do Bafo da Onça

Date: February 14, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Botafogo
Music Style: Samba and marchinhas (classic Carnival tunes)
Target Audience: All ages
What Makes It Special: A traditional block with a relaxed, family-friendly vibe.

30. Bloco do Me Beija Que Eu Sou Pagodeiro

Date: February 17, 2025
Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Lapa
Music Style: Pagode and samba
Target Audience: All ages
What Makes It Special: A block that celebrates pagode with plenty of music and dancing.

31. Bloco do Suvaco

Date: February 16, 2025
Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Lapa
Music Style: Samba and marchinhas (classic Carnival tunes)
Target Audience: All ages
What Makes It Special: A small, charming block that’s perfect for those seeking a more laid-back experience.

32. Bloco do Katinguelê

Date: February 15, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Centro (Downtown)
Music Style: Samba and marchinhas (classic Carnival tunes)
Target Audience: All ages
What Makes It Special: A block that celebrates popular culture with tons of creativity and joy.

33. Bloco do Fundo de Quintal

Date: February 18, 2025
Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Lapa
Music Style: Samba and pagode
Target Audience: All ages
What Makes It Special: A block that honors traditional, rootsy samba with plenty of music and dancing.

34. Bloco do Araketu

Date: February 17, 2025
Time: 4 PM
Location: Barra da Tijuca
Music Style: Axé and samba
Target Audience: All ages
What Makes It Special: A bloco that celebrates Bahian culture with tons of energy and joy.

35. Bloco do Timbalada

Date: February 16, 2025
Time: 10 AM
Location: Lapa
Music Style: Axé and samba
Target Audience: All ages
What Makes It Special: A bloco that celebrates Afro-Brazilian culture with lots of music and dancing.

36. Bloco do Olodum

Date: February 15, 2025
Time: 2 PM
Location: Centro
Music Style: Afro-Brazilian music
Target Audience: All ages
What Makes It Special: A bloco that showcases Afro-Brazilian culture with striking performances and powerful music.

37. Bloco do Cheiro

Date: February 14, 2025
Time: 4 PM
Location: Copacabana
Music Style: Samba and marchinhas
Target Audience: All ages
What Makes It Special: A small, charming bloco, perfect for those seeking a more laid-back experience.

38. Bloco do Chiclete com Banana

Date: February 17, 2025
Time: 10 AM
Location: Lapa
Music Style: Axé and samba
Target Audience: All ages
What Makes It Special: A bloco that celebrates Bahian culture with tons of energy and joy.

39. Bloco do Margareth Menezes

Date: February 16, 2025
Time: 2 PM
Location: Barra da Tijuca
Music Style: Axé and samba
Target Audience: All ages
What Makes It Special: A bloco that celebrates Afro-Brazilian culture with lots of music and dancing.

40. Bloco do Daniela Mercury

Date: February 15, 2025
Time: 4 PM
Location: Lapa
Music Style: Axé and samba
Target Audience: All ages
What Makes It Special: A bloco that celebrates Bahian culture with tons of energy and joy.

41. Bloco do Ivete Sangalo

Date: February 14, 2025
Time: 10 AM
Location: Centro
Music Style: Axé and samba
Target Audience: All ages
What Makes It Special: A bloco that celebrates Afro-Brazilian culture with lots of music and dancing.

42. Bloco do Carlinhos Brown

Date: February 17, 2025
Time: 2 PM
Location: Lapa
Music Style: Axé and samba
Target Audience: All ages
What Makes It Special: A bloco that celebrates Bahian culture with tons of energy and joy.

43. Bloco do Alceu Valença

Date: February 16, 2025
Time: 4 PM
Location: Barra da Tijuca
Music Style: Forró and samba
Target Audience: All ages
What Makes It Special: A bloco that celebrates Northeastern culture with lots of music and dancing.

44. Bloco do Elba Ramalho

Date: February 15, 2025
Time: 10 AM
Location: Lapa
Music Style: Forró and samba
Target Audience: All ages
What Makes It Special: A bloco that celebrates Northeastern culture with tons of energy and joy.

45. Bloco do Zé Ramalho

Date: February 14, 2025
Time: 2 PM
Location: Centro (Downtown)
Music Style: Rock and samba
Target Audience: All ages
What Makes It Special: A bloco that celebrates Northeastern Brazilian culture with plenty of music and dancing.

46. Bloco do Gilberto Gil

Date: February 17, 2025
Time: 4 PM
Location: Lapa
Music Style: MPB and samba
Target Audience: All ages
What Makes It Special: A bloco that celebrates Brazilian culture with tons of energy and joy.

47. Bloco do Caetano Veloso

Date: February 16, 2025
Time: 10 AM
Location: Barra da Tijuca
Music Style: MPB and samba
Target Audience: All ages
What Makes It Special: A bloco that celebrates Brazilian culture with plenty of music and dancing.

48. Bloco do Chico Buarque

Date: February 15, 2025
Time: 2 PM
Location: Lapa
Music Style: MPB and samba
Target Audience: All ages
What Makes It Special: A bloco that celebrates Brazilian culture with tons of energy and joy.

49. Bloco do Jorge Ben Jor

Date: February 14, 2025
Time: 4 PM
Location: Centro (Downtown)
Music Style: MPB and samba
Target Audience: All ages
What Makes It Special: A bloco that celebrates Brazilian culture with plenty of music and dancing.

50. Bloco do Tom Jobim

Date: February 17, 2025
Time: 10 AM
Location: Lapa
Music Style: Bossa nova and samba
Target Audience: All ages
What Makes It Special: A bloco that celebrates Brazilian music with tons of energy and joy.

Plan Your Rio Carnival 2025 Experience

With this complete list of 50 street blocos, you’ll have incredible options to make the most of Rio de Janeiro Carnival 2025. Pick the ones that match your vibe and get ready for an unforgettable experience!

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