Rio’s Unofficial Carnival Opener Set for Sunday With About 70 Blocos

Overview

• Most groups will perform or parade in Centro, with early starts at spots such as Arco do Teles, Praça XV and Rua do Mercado.
• Desliga dos Blocos published a detailed list in G1, with times marking performance starts or cortejo departures, and attendees are urged to reach concentration points early.
• Boi Tolo is confirmed for the day and will announce its cortejo location on its social channels shortly before stepping off.
• The lineup has expanded from about 40 groups last year to roughly 70 this year, according to organizer Luis Otavio Almeida.
• The Aberturinha children’s program runs in the morning at Aterro do Flamengo, featuring games, storytelling by Palhaça Claroca and a fanfarra performance.