Can I just buy the Costume and go to the Parade on my Own?

Absolutely! We have dozens of costumes for you to choose from that doesn't include the VIP Service, which means Guided Transfers.

How will I learn the samba school song and lyrics?

You will receive the lyrics and the mp3 file correspondent to your Samba School by mid December. In fact, we will send you a link with all 2011 songs.

Can my friends parade in the same samba school wing?

Yes, but they have to get the same costume. Each wing has a different costume design which supports the school theme for the year. Same costumes, same wings. Different costumes, different wings.

Do I get to keep my costume after the parade?

Yes, the costume is yours to keep.

Can I use the costume before the parade?

Absolutely NOT!! If the costume is not 100% complete at parading day, the school directors will not let you participate in it. Incomplete costumes can cost points and the championship to the Samba School.

Rio Carnival Costumes 2011


Before you order your carnival costumes, check our section with useful information on costumes and their types, meeting point, etiquette and more. Then, come back and pick your costume. All Carnival costumes packages include guided transfers from Copacabana and assistance from our tour leaders, if you prefer.

Parading with a costume inside a Samba School is an experience you will never forget. This is the real thrill, an unparalleled experience - to parade in a beautiful costume, to the heartbreaking beats of samba, on the biggest "stage" in the world.

Costumes will be available for order, right here at the beggining of October with special prices and plenty of options. Book your costume now. Our suggestion is for you to book your costume ASAP. The schools have a limit of a few costumes per wing and they have to have them ready before January 15. Most schools will not accept orders in January because they have to tailor made your costume and thousands more. All packages are included English guided assistance and roundtrip transfers from Copacabana to the Sambadrome.

 
 
 

Buying your costumes from us you accept and are bound by our Terms and Conditions of Sales.

After your Purchase

  • Payment Process
    We will put your ball tickets on hold while your payment is processed and reconfirmed. Please wait a couple of hours during working days. Orders placed in the weekend or US holidays will be processed the next working day. Payment forms include credit card and Paypal.

  • Confirmation E-mail
    Congratulations! Once your payment is processed, you will receive electronic confirmation, receipt and your ball costume vouchers.

  • Measurement Form
    When purchasing your Carnival costume, we will need to get some measurements from you such as SHOE SIZE and CLOTHING SIZE S/M/L/XL.

  • How To Get Your costumes
    Your costume will be delivered to you in your address of choice, either a hotel address or a simple address in the city of Rio de Janeiro for free on the March 4th.


  • Make an Appointment to receive your Costumes.
    You will be able to log in to your account and complete any requeriments needed for your costume delivery. You will also be able to add other carnival stuff such as parade tickets, ball tickets, transfers, tours and hotel accommodation packages right at your carnival page.

  • 2011 E-guide
    On February 1st, we will provide you with our full 2011 Rio Carnival Guide including a party planner with balls and street bands schedule. It will also give you useful information on Parade Description, how to get to the sambodromo. All accomplished with insiders' recommendations, exclusively prepared to assist you.


  • Quick and responsive Customer Support - We will stand by you until the Carnival has finished. We will make sure that you are informed about all your options during Carnival and receive all information materials in time. Any of your phone calls and e-mails and queries will be answered and replied by an assigned professional representative quickly and efficiently.
 

The Rio-Carnival.Net One on One Advantage

  • FREE Customer Service -  a Dedicated Carnival Expert to assist you along the entire booking process and before you get to the Marvelous City (Yes, this is Rio’s nickname!)
  • A full array of services for your absolute enjoyment : guided roundtrip Transfers to Sambadrome, carnival costumes for you to parade on Earth’s biggest show, accommodation, Hotel-Only at very special prices, located in Copacabana, Ipanema and Leblon, if you haven`t booked it yet.