They say that, in Brazil, the year only begins after Carnival. If you’re also counting down the days to the holiday, we’ve put together a selection of some of the best pre-Carnival blocos in São Paulo. That way, you can get ready to party right away.
Pre-Carnival Bloquinhos in SP 2025
This year, Carnival will take place between February 27 and March 5. However, the revelry starts much earlier! So get your glitter ready because your favorite blocos are coming.
The full pre-Carnaval de Rua 2025 schedule is not yet available. So keep an eye on this article, as we’ll update the list whenever there’s news!
Jão Super Tour
The best thing about Carnival is that it caters for all tastes! For those who like the pop rhythm of singer Jão, you’ll be able to enjoy the show that is on the official calendar of street carnival blocks in São Paulo. In the end, it’s all about having fun!
📅 18/01, at 19h30
🎫 From R$ 75
📍 Av. Francisco Matarazzo, 1705 – Água Branca
CarnaPride
Designed for the LGBTQIA+ crowd, this block party is perfect for enjoying good music while having fun with your friends. This is the first CarnaPride party to be held in SP. So you can’t miss out!
📅 19/01, at 3pm
🎫 From R$ 24
📍 Rua Harmonia, 117 – Vila Madalena
The Choice Teen
Pre-Carnival starts later this month with The Choice Teen party, aimed at 12 to 17 year olds. Put on your best abadá or costume and join in the revelry with unmissable shows by MCs Tuto, Luuky and GP, as well as several DJs. The party will be open bar (non-alcoholic) and open food, with a VIP area available.
📅 26/01, at 3pm
🎫 From R$ 55
📍 Rua João Rudge, 115 – Casa Verde
Acadêmicos do Baixo Augusta
One of São Paulo’s biggest carnival blocks has announced that it will be holding free rehearsals for the 2025 pre-Carnival. The party will be led by Wilson Simoninha and the Banda do Baixo Augusta and will have the theme “A Força dos Nossos Pagodes!”, in homage to Jorge Aragão.
📅 26/01 to 16/02, from 12 noon
🎫 Free
📍 Casa Audio, in Barra Funda
Provo.ca Pre-Carnival
With five years of history as a street block in São Paulo, ProvoCa is holding its pre-Carnival party in January. The sound will be provided by DJ Lia Macedo and two fanfare bands and surprise blocos, which will be announced gradually on Instagram. The event will also feature an exhibitors’ fair!
📅 31/01, from 22h30 to 05h
🎫 From R$15
📍 Rua Luis Morat, 370 – VIla Madalena
Anitta rehearsals
As usual, Anitta opens her carnival season with a weekend of unmissable shows. In her rehearsals, the singer offers an intimate but super vibrant atmosphere that will drive the audience wild.
📅 22 and 23/02, from 12 noon
🎫 From R$ 440
📍 Villa-Lobos Park
