Brazil Travel Guide - Events on Carnival Friday

Events on Carnival Friday

The Sambadromo comes alive with the bands and the crowds on Carnaval Friday

You will know that Carnival has officially begun when you see King Momo being crowned the King of the Carnival. Music and movement erupt in various venues and the infamous Carnival balls are open to all who want to dance the night away. The public ball takes place tonight while there are other balls that require tickets.

Event Schedule on Carnival Friday

Crowning of King Momo
	The King of Carnival is crowned by the mayor in the center of town. The act of crowning gives the power of the city over to King Momo for the days of Carnival. Location: Av Rio Branco Start:: 2pm
Celebrations Begin
	Performances including music, dance, and merriment begin on the streets of Rio de Janeiro. Location: Rio Folio and Terreirao do Samba (Near Arcos do Lapa and Cathedral Metropolitana) Start: 8pm
Cinelandia Ball
	This ball takes place in the center of the city and is great place to hear the music of the Carnival as performed by artists, accompanied by two orchestras. More Location: Praca Floriano (Downtown) Start: 8pm
Red and Black Ball at Scala*
	One of the most famous balls at Carnival, the Red and Black ball pays homage to the Flamengos, the Rio football team. Bond with other football enthusiasts while you sing and dance the night away. More Location: Av Afrannio de Melo Franco (Leblon) Start: 11pm
Gay Balls at Le Boy
	Le Boy is a Copacabana dance club complete with music and dance floor. The crowd is filled with both homosexuals and heterosexuals moving between house music and samba while dressed in costume and other outrageous attire. More Location: Rua Rual Pompeia (Copacabana) Start: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXpm