About this Event
Welcome to the Mardi Gras Brazil Carnaval Conference 2026!
Join us at the Annunciation Rec Center for a vibrant celebration of Brazilian culture, music, and dance. Get ready for a day filled with exciting workshops, lively performances, and delicious Brazilian cuisine.
Whether you're a seasoned dancer or just looking to immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere, this event is perfect for anyone who wants to experience the energy and passion of Brazil's famous Carnaval.
Come dressed in your most colorful attire and be prepared to samba the day away! Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to connect with fellow Carnaval enthusiasts and learn more about the rich traditions of Brazil.
Get your tickets now and get ready to experience the magic of Mardi Gras Brazil Carnaval Conference 2026!
World-renowned Master jazz drummer Jason Marsalis, the incomparable James Andrews, one of the greatest premier trumpeters, touring the world representing New Orleans, we are expecting guests surprise appearance from various artists from the city of culture. Because everyone is extremely busy during Mardi Gras time Big Chief Shaka Zulu, Big Chief Honey, two of the pioneers of the Mardi Gras Black Indian culture, YMO Young in Olympia social aid and pleasure club (Second line dancers), and New Orleans ambassador of Afro-Brasilian culture, Mestre Curtis, Mestre will speak about the new cultural update on the Street rhythms of New Orleans. Due to his being born and raised in New Orleans rhythms and submerging his life into Brazilian culture rhythms, he holds the most accurate knowledge, therefore putting himself at the Crossroads of Carnaval. Come here to his story of Drumming in New Orleans.
Who Should Attend?
Anyone can be a part of this great, spectacular event. Even if you are 14 years or older, you can join with proof of age. If you are a professional or semi-professional dancer or musician/drummer. You would be eligible to be in any of the following sections. Section 1 Drummers(Bateria) Section 2 Dancers (Passistas) Section 3 Zoo animals. If you are a non-professional and want to have fun, we suggest you join section 3, the Zoo Animals section.
Agenda
🕑: 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Daily schedule rehearsals and sectional Samba dance and drum classes
Host: Mestre Curtis
Info: Description: The Conference will take place from February 9 to February 14th. Rehearsals will be held from Monday to Friday, with two sessions per day from 10 AM to 12 PM and 3:15 PM to 5 PM. Additionally, there will be two mandatory rehearsals on Thursday and Friday. On Friday, costume distribution will take place for the percussion band (Bateria), and a dress rehearsal for all participants, including individual animal sections. Important instructions regarding meeting points and items allowed at the parade will also be provided.
Using Afro-Brazilian rhythms and dance of Carnaval in Rio and Bahia, a mixture of both. Plus, this is a melting pot city, we have to include the Oxossi rhythms in this Carnaval 2025 mixture of Brazil and New Orleans rhythms.
Check-in - Monday 10 AM to 5 PM for registration and check-in
Rehearsals - Monday - Friday General rehearsals between 10 to 5 PM, including a 30-minute snack break.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Annunciation Rec Center, 800 Race Street, New Orleans, United States
USD 100.00 to USD 350.00
