# Brazil 2027 Carnival preparations > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/20260723-brazil-2027-carnival-preparations > Updated: 2026-09-06T22:52:00.000Z. Sources: 43. Developments: 16. Preparations for the 2027 Carnival season continue across Brazil as samba schools reveal themes, select muses, and conduct musical competitions. In Rio de Janeiro, the Special Group selection cycle is underway, with several major institutions presenting diverse cultural and political themes. Portela has initiated the cycle with a tribute to the legendary composer Monarco under the theme ‘Ao mestre com carinho’. Mangueira is set to present ‘Oyá por Nós’, focusing on Afro-Brazilian culture and the deity Oyá, while Mocidade Independente de Padre Miguel presents its manifesto, ‘Latinamente Independente: Nosso Norte é o Sul em Remanifesto’. Other notable upcoming competitions include Unidos de Vila Isabel, inspired by the book ‘Torto Arado’, and Porto da Pedra with its ‘Porto Kalunga’ theme. Recent developments include the announcement by Acadêmicos do Grande Rio that singer Anitta will serve as its ‘rainha de bateria’ (drum queen) for the 2027 Carnival, succeeding influencer Virginia Fonseca. Anitta noted that her friendship with actress Paolla Oliveira influenced her decision to accept the role. Additionally, Liesa has released the official technical rehearsal schedule for the 2027 Carnival at the Marquês de Sapucaí Sambadrome. Released early to assist tourist planning, the free public rehearsals are scheduled for the weekends of January 24 and 31, 2027, featuring various major schools and concluding with the ‘Lavagem da Sapucaí’ on January 31. In São Paulo, Imperatriz da Paulicéia has unveiled its theme: ‘Ideval, Dom Marcos e Paulistinha – Os Poetas da Paulicéia’. A trend persists where schools opt to commission samba-enredos rather than holding traditional competitions; 11 of the 29 sambas for the Sapucaí parade have been commissioned so far. ## Claims - Núbia Siegenthaler will serve as the muse for Unidos da Ponte in the 2027 Carnival. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Unidos da Ponte will parade with the theme 'Tybyras' in 2027. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Porto da Pedra is holding a semifinal competition for its 2027 Carnival samba-enredo. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The theme for Porto da Pedra's 2027 parade is 'Porto Kalunga'. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Imperatriz samba school held a competition where 27 partnerships presented works. (single source) - Ten works qualified for the next stage of the Imperatriz samba competition. (single source) - The theme for Imperatriz is 'A Memória do Rei e o Sumiço de Dona Júlia'. (single source) - Salgueiro samba school held an elimination round for its 2027 anthem. (single source) - The theme for Salgueiro is 'Laroyê, Xica da Silva: A história por trás da história'. (single source) - Two compositions were disqualified from the Salgueiro competition for rule violations. (single source) - Império Serrano samba school is celebrating its 80th anniversary. (single source) - Império Serrano's 2027 parade will focus on its history of resistance against censorship. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-06: Anitta named Grande Rio drum queen for 2027 Carnival Singer Anitta has been named the new drum queen for the Acadêmicos do Grande Rio samba school for the 2027 Carnival, succeeding influencer Virginia Fonseca. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/anitta-named-grande-rio-drum-queen-for-2027-carnival ### 2026-09-02: Rio de Janeiro samba schools begin 2027 Carnival song selections Rio de Janeiro's Special Group samba schools have started selecting their theme songs for the 2027 Carnival, with major schools like Portela and Mangueira beginning their competitions. 13 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/porto-da-pedra-holds-samba-enredo-semifinal-for-2027-carnival ### 2026-08-31: Brazilian samba schools prepare for Carnaval 2027 Samba schools in Brazil, including Imperatriz da Paulicéia, Mocidade Alegre, and Portela, are preparing themes and music for the 2027 Carnival season. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rio-de-janeiro-samba-schools-advance-2027-carnival-preparations ### 2026-08-31: Vai-Vai announces samba competition semifinalists for Carnaval 2027 Vai-Vai samba school has announced its semifinalists for the Carnaval 2027 samba-enredo competition, with the grand final scheduled for September 13. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vai-vai-announces-samba-competition-semifinalists-for-carnaval-2027 ### 2026-08-26: Salgueiro samba school announces updates for 2027 Carnival Salgueiro samba school prepares for its 2027 Carnival parade, featuring actress Taís Araújo in preview visits and appointing Rihanna de Castro as choreographer for the all-female first wing. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/salgueiro-samba-school-announces-updates-for-2027-carnival ### 2026-08-26: Rio de Janeiro Carnival 2027: New muses and commissioned sambas announced Key updates for the 2027 Rio Carnival include Núbia Siegenthaler joining Unidos da Ponte as muse, Karen Lopes becoming Queen of Estácio de Sá, and an increase in commissioned samba-enredos. 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rio-de-janeiro-carnival-2027-new-muses-and-commissioned-sambas-announced ### 2026-08-23: Brazil samba schools begin preparations for Carnaval 2027 Brazilian samba schools have launched preparations and song competitions for the 2027 Carnival, featuring tributes to figures like Darcy Ribeiro, Jovelina Pérola Negra, and Monarco. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/salgueiro-holds-third-night-of-samba-enredo-qualifiers-for-carnaval-2027 ### 2026-08-20: Samba schools reveal themes for 2027 Carnival in São Paulo Samba schools including Vai-Vai, Acadêmicos do Tucuruvi, and Brinco da Marquesa have unveiled their themes and parade details for the 2027 Carnival in São Paulo. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/samba-schools-reveal-themes-for-2027-carnival-in-so-paulo ### 2026-08-16: Brazilian samba schools begin preparations for Carnival 2027 Brazilian samba schools are advancing preparations for Carnival 2027, including samba-enredo competitions and the selection of new rainhas de bateria for schools like Grande Rio and Em Cima da Hora. 12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/brazilian-samba-schools-advance-carnival-preparations ### 2026-08-15: Unidos de Bangu to honor Marquinho PQD in 2027 Carnival Unidos de Bangu will honor composer Marquinho PQD during the 2027 Carnival at Sapucaí with the theme ‘A Outra Ceia’, focusing on his extensive musical legacy. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/unidos-de-bangu-to-honor-marquinho-pqd-in-2027-carnival ### 2026-08-11: Rio de Janeiro samba schools prepare for upcoming Carnival parades Samba schools Estácio de Sá and Unidos da Tijuca advance preparations for Carnival, focusing on centenary celebrations and new choreography appointments. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rio-de-janeiro-samba-schools-prepare-for-upcoming-carnival-parades ### 2026-08-08: Rio de Janeiro samba schools prepare for Carnival 2027 Samba schools in Rio de Janeiro are preparing for Carnival 2027, with Mocidade holding samba competitions, Mangueira developing artisanal Orixá-inspired costumes, and Botafogo focusing on women's rights. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/brazilian-samba-schools-announce-themes-for-2027-carnival ### 2026-08-02: São Paulo Carnival 2027 samba themes announced Mocidade Alegre and Torcida Jovem revealed their 2027 São Paulo Carnival samba themes, highlighting maritime legends and the Port of Santos. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/so-paulo-carnival-2027-samba-themes-announced ### 2026-07-26: São Paulo Carnival 2027 Samba Schools Reveal New Enredos Dom Bosco and Morro da Casa Verde unveil their 2027 samba‑enredos for São Paulo’s Carnival, set for 7 Feb 2027 at the Anhembi Sambódromo. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/so-paulo-carnival-2027-samba-schools-reveal-new-enredos ### 2026-07-23: Belo Horizonte carnival dates debated as samba schools propose shift for 2027 Belo Horizonte samba schools propose moving 2027 carnival parades to Feb 12‑14, while Império de Casa Verde unveils its 2027 carnival theme celebrating Jaguariúna, set to open the Grupo Especial on Feb 6. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/belo-horizonte-carnival-dates-debated-as-samba-schools-propose-shift-for-2027 ### 2026-07-02: União de Maricá announces 2027 Carnival theme ahead of Special Group debut União de Maricá revealed its 2027 Carnival theme for its Grupo Especial debut, while Viradouro celebrated 80 years with a July 27 party featuring Portela, Beija‑Flor and live music. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/unio-de-maric-announces-2027-carnival-theme-ahead-of-special-group-debut --- Cite as: Brazil 2027 Carnival preparations. 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