in rio dejaneiro, sao paulo and porto alegre, the parades are held in specifically constructed arenasrades, make sure your hostel or hotel includes pickups and drop offs to make it easierfor yourself. street parties close to whatever you are saying don't require much planning. just show up and have fun. but if you are going to street parties throughout the city, you should make a plan, as many roads are closed during this time. these street parties are called blockos and everybody has their favourites. these go on before and after the carnival. deciding which ones you want to go to beforehand will help you find the vibe you're after, whether it's a more boisterous crowded street event or a calmer, smaller gathering. it was galo da madrugada which broke the world record back in 2013, with more than 2.5 million people. each of the main samba school spends months designing their theme. they have a strong community basis and they are traditionally associated with a particular neighbourhood. if you want to see more from the samba schools, stay tuned for the travel show. the week of the car