Rio de Janeiro Carnival Parade Sector 9 Tickets

If you want to experience the Rio de Janeiro Carnival parade from a unique perspective comfortably, book this ticket to Sector 9 of the Sambodrome. It's the only section with numbered seats. You won't regret it!

Why Book a Ticket in Sector 9 of the Sambodrome?

Watching the Carnival in Río de Janeiro in the Sambodrome is an experience that you have to try at least once in your life. This venue, which was built specifically for the samba school parade, consists of a 700 m (2,296 ft) long avenue flanked by bleachers, boxes, and grandstands for spectators.

With this ticket, you'll have access to Sector 9 of the Sambodrome. This area is the only section of the stands with numbered seats, offering a much more comfortable experience. This sector has incredible, complete views of the entire parade.

From your seats in Sector 9, you can enjoy the vibrant sound throughout the show, as well as admire every detail of the wonderful decoration on the floats that accompany the samba schools along the route.

Each samba school will perform for at least 65 minutes, with a time limit of 82 minutes. It'll be a unique moment!

Plus, to help you remember this one-of-a-kind experience, a personalized Rio Carnival bag with snacks will be provided.

Types of Parades

The parade you'll see depends on the date you choose during the booking process. At the Sambodrome, the samba school parades are divided into different types depending on the school's category. As the Carnival week progresses, the groups will perform in ascending order of prestige, finishing with the parade of the elite schools.

These are the main types of parades in the Sambodrome:

Access Group (February 13 & 14, 2026)

The Access Group performs some of the most spectacular acts in the parade. The competition is the most exciting, as the best school will become part of the Special Group the following year. The winning school in the Access group moves up to the higher division, while the school that comes last in the Special Group is relegated to this category.

Special Group (February 15, 16, & 17, 2026)

The Special Group is formed by 12 of the best elite samba schools in Rio de Janeiro. Their performances will take your breath away! The schools compete among themselves to win the sought-after Super Champion title.

Champions Parade (February 21, 2026)

This parade is held on the Saturday following Ash Wednesday, after the results have been announced. The six best samba schools in the Special Group participate in this triumphal parade. It's not a competition, but rather a night of celebration and glory, in which the champions parade once again to officially close the Rio Carnival.

Transport to the Sambodrome

During the booking process, you can select the option that includes transport to the Sambodrome. If you select the ticket with transport, you will be picked up at your hotel in Rio de Janeiro to enjoy the parade, and brought back once it's over.

Please note that pickup is only for hotels in Rio de Janeiro located between Barra da Tijuca and the southern area.

If you have chosen the tour without transport, you can make your own way within the following times: doors open at 7 pm and the show begins at 10 pm.

How Does It Work?

By booking a ticket to Sector 9 of the Sambodrome, you will enjoy a reserved seat with direct views of the Carnival parade. Depending on your selected date, you will witness different parades, ranging from the vibrant Access Group to the elite performances of the Special Group. Each school performs between 65 and 82 minutes, providing an unforgettable display of samba and culture.

Inclusions

• Access to Sector 9 with numbered seating.
• Personalized Rio Carnival bag with snacks.
• Transport option available from select hotels in Rio de Janeiro.

Exclusions

• Pickup from hotels outside the designated area.
• Any additional meals or beverages not mentioned.

Meeting Point

If you select the ticket with transport, your pickup will be arranged from your hotel in the specified areas of Rio de Janeiro. If opting for the ticket without transport, you are responsible for arriving at the Sambodrome before the doors open at 7 pm.