HAYWARD -- In Brazil, the Rhythm of Samba is everywhere and in just weeks those same sounds will fill the air right here in the Bay Area at San Francisco's 45th annual Carnaval celebration and parade.

Those who have experienced Brazilian culture have loved it, especially Carnaval, a long-awaited celebration in February. For members of Handphibians, a Madison-based pagode band, and Ótimo Dance, a ...

SAN FRANCISCO -- On Sunday, the Carnaval Grand Parade returned to the streets of San Francisco's Mission District with samba dancers, lowriders, floats with multicultural themes and brightly costumed ...

Folks who can’t make it to Brazil for Carnaval can get a taste of the famous festival right here in the Twin Cities on Saturday. More than 60 singers, musicians, samba dancers, actors and artisans are ...