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Overview
- The 5,000 m² arena near Posto 3 in Copacabana will operate Jan. 20 to Feb. 21 with capacity for up to 15,000 people on weekends and official parade days.
- Entry is free via the Liesa app with registration to generate a QR code, with tickets limited by CPF for controlled access, while the surrounding beach remains open to listeners.
- Programming includes live broadcasts of technical rehearsals, official parades, score apportion and the Champions’ Parade, alongside percussion and samba workshops, exhibitions and interactive experiences.
- Opening day on Jan. 20 will assemble about 1,200 drummers from all Special Group schools under Neguinho da Beija-Flor in an attempt seeking Guinness World Records recognition for the largest bateria.
- Confirmed stage pairings include Belo with Neguinho da Beija-Flor, Pretinho da Serrinha with Marcelo D2 and Jorge Aragão with Gilsons, with slots for Mumuzinho, Alcione, Xande de Pilares and Iza, and the full schedule will be published in the coming days with backing from the city and RioTur.