See shots of “the world’s biggest party” from the Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest The parade in Navalmoral de la Mata starts in the afternoon but lasts well over three hours, ushering revelers into ...

There is nothing quite like Carnival in Rio de Janeiro. Often called the “Greatest Show on Earth,” this legendary celebration draws in over a million locals and travelers who flood the streets for a ...

Carnival celebrations worldwide, renowned for their century-old traditions, include Rio's famous samba parades, Venice's mask balls, Tenerife's vibrant events, and Oruro's cultural heritage parades.

Rio de Janeiro has kicked off Carnival celebrations as the mayor hands the city key to King Momo for a playful five-day reign ...