Models and musicians promoting the "Don't Drink and Drive' message as a reminder.

Carnival Queen dressed as a Geisha from the Porta da Pedra samba school. The theme of their parade was dedicated to 100 years of Japanese immigration to Brazil, which has the largest Japanese population outside of Japan.

Revelers dressed up as a medieval warriors at the Ipanema parades. The 'chainmail' costumes were made up of old can rings.

Flag-bearers from the Porta da Pedra samba school in their Japanese-themed parade

A float from the Portela samba school parade. Their theme was "The Wonders and Mysteries of Life."

Revelers dressed up as the Powerpuffgirls in the Ipanema parades

Parade from the "Que merda e essa" samba block.