An artist performs on stilts at the "Loucura Suburbana," or Suburban Madness pre-Carnival parade, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Vibrant Scenes Ahead Of Brazil's Most Iconic Parade | See Pics
Rio de Janeiro is buzzing in pre-Carnival celebrations with towering stilt performers to revelers adorned in elaborate costumes showcasing the energy and creativity of the "Loucura Suburbana" parade. Participants from all walks of life come together to kick off the excitement leading up to Brazil's most iconic festival.
Brazil pre-Carnival parade | Photo: AP/Bruna Prado
Revelers and patients from the Nise de Silveira mental health institute take part in the "Loucura Suburbana," or Suburban Madness pre-Carnival block party, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Brazil pre-Carnival parade | Photo: AP/Bruna Prado
A reveler dances with his handmade, life-size doll during the "Loucura Suburbana," or Suburban Madness pre-Carnival parade, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Brazil pre-Carnival parade | Photo: AP/Bruna Prado
A reveler dressed as Dutch painter Vincent Van Gogh takes part in the "Loucura Suburbana," or Suburban Madness pre-Carnival parade, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Brazil pre-Carnival parade | Photo: AP/Bruna Prado
Revelers wait for the start of the "Loucura Suburbana," or Suburban Madness pre-Carnival parade, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Brazil pre-Carnival parade | Photo: AP/Bruna Prado
Raquel Poti performs on stilts at the "Loucura Suburbana," or Suburban Madness pre-Carnival parade, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Brazil pre-Carnival parade | Photo: AP/Bruna Prado
A child coated in silver body paint, smiles during the "Loucura Suburbana," or Suburban Madness pre-Carnival parade, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Brazil pre-Carnival parade | Photo: AP/Bruna Prado
A reveler takes part in the "Loucura Suburbana," or Suburban Madness pre-Carnival parade, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
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